Corrections Officer/Certified Detention Deputy- $5,000 Hiring Bonus

Broward County Sheriff's Office • Broward County, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Broward Sheriff's Office is seeking Certified Detention Deputies. This role involves the supervision and control of detainees, enforcement of security rules, and providing services and information to detainees. The position requires intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work, including reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running, and climbing, potentially involving pushing and pulling heavy objects when subduing a resisting detainee. The work also includes maintaining order, conducting searches, managing detainee movements, handling mail and commissary, supervising work details, maintaining records, responding to inquiries, securing facility keys, operating agency vehicles, and complying with all training and standards set by FDLE guidelines and CJSTC. Incumbents must maintain physical abilities consistent with CJSTC standards to perform essential duties on an as-needed basis, regardless of the percentage of time allocated to specific tasks.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• United States Citizen at time of application.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Basic Recruit Certificate for Corrections from the State of Florida Commission on Criminal Justice Standards and Training.
• Basic Recruit Certificate must be submitted with the online application.
• Must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license without any restrictions affecting job performance.
• Driver license must show current address.
• Must not have been convicted of any felony.
• All candidates must not have been convicted of any perjury or a false statement charge as an adult.
• All other arrests and convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Must have good moral character as determined by a background investigation.
• If ever arrested, candidates must submit official court documents and police reports with the application.
• A written statement explaining the arrest and the outcome must also be attached to the application for review.
• Official court documents can be obtained from the Clerk of the Court in the county in which the incident occurred.
• Documents must be submitted with your application.
• If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must provide a DD214 Member 4 or Service form to the online application.

Nice To Haves

• An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains order over detainees; takes appropriate action to ensure the safety and security of the detainees, the public and other law enforcement and detention personnel.
• Receives incoming detainees; conducts searches to detect concealed weapons and contraband.
• Places detainees in cells; issues cleaning/sanitation supplies; transports laundry and bedding.
• Escorts detainees to and from cells for court appearances, medical treatment, visitation, religious services, conferences, release and other activities.
• Complies with booking and release orders and procedures.
• Picks up mail and commissary orders; inspects incoming mail and packages for contraband and other non-permitted items; delivers packages, mail and commissary items to detainees.
• Supervises detainee work details in and out of the facility or during recreational activities.
• Maintains accurate counts of detainees; maintains complete records and assures that current information on detainees is entered into the computerized record information system.
• May participate in the classification of new detainees; makes cell assignments.
• Responds to inquiries regarding status of detainees, visiting procedures and other related detention facility procedures.
• Secures detention facility keys; receives status and incident reports and special instructions from other detention personnel.
• Operates an agency vehicle when appropriate to area of assignment.
• Performs related duties as directed.
• Compliance with minimum training and standards of an accredited certification institution as set forth by the recommended FDLE guidelines and CJSTC.
• Tasks include a criticality component, in responding to crime scenes or other critical incidents, whereby incumbents are required to maintain physical abilities consistent with CJSTC standards in order to perform essential duties as outlined herein on an as needed basis.
• Tasks involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running, climbing, and that may involve the bending pushing, and/or pulling of extremely heavy objects, such as in the event of chasing and subduing a detainee resisting control.
• Tasks may involve standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Some tasks are performed with potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements including, but not limited to, heat, humidity, inclement weather, loud noise, toxic/chemical agents, electrical currents, pathogens, violent behavior, weapons, explosives.
• Tasks include working around moving parts, vehicles, equipment, carts, and materials handling, where extremely heightened awareness to surroundings and environment is essential in the preservation of life and property.
• Standard body gear and equipment applies in the preservation of life and property, as does special equipment based on assignment including, but not limited to, various types of body armor and safety gear.

Benefits

• $5,000 Hiring Bonus for Certified Deputy Sheriff position.
• Starting Salary based on years of experience & last time working in the Certified Corrections Officer capacity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED