Deputy Sheriff-Detention-TEA - $5,000 Hiring Bonus

Broward County Sheriff's Office•Broward County, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is entry level work which provides the opportunity for practical experience and broad exposure to the fundamentals of detention functions within the Department of Detention of the Broward County Sheriff's Office. Work involves attending a Corrections Academy intended to provide preparatory training for a career in detention. Position participates in training programs and performs varied routine and technical non-sworn tasks in support of sworn detention functions. Employees in this classification receive supervision and administrative direction from a supervisor. Emphasis is placed on training the incumbent for continued employment within the agency. Performs related work as directed. All TEAs attending the Broward College Institute of Public Safety must successfully attain a minimum score of 75% on at least one Physical Profile test. Failure to attain the 75% score on one of the Physical Profile tests will result in the TEA's removal from the Academy and potential separation of employment from BSO.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years.
United States citizen prior to application.
High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.
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 or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement as an adult. All other arrests and convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
All candidates must have good moral character as determined by a background investigation (F.S.S. 943.13).
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 form to the online application.
Corrections Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) or Florida Basic Abilities Test (FBAT)
Physical Agility Test Results from Broward College (within the last 6 months)
Successfully attain a minimum score of 75% on at least one Physical Profile test.

Responsibilities

Attends a Corrections Academy intended to provide preparatory training for a career in detention.
Participates in training programs and performs varied routine and technical non-sworn tasks in support of detention functions.
Instills an understanding and appreciation of the criminal justice system and the professional ethics applied to detention.
Participates in varied routine and technical non-sworn tasks involving the supervision and control of detainees; enforcement of security rules, regulations and procedures; and the provision of services and information to detainees.
May operate an agency vehicle when appropriate.
Performs related duties as directed.