Seminole County Sheriff's Office
JUVENILE DETENTION SPECIALIST ASSIGNED TO JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER
Seminole County Sheriff's Office, Sanford, Florida, United States, 32771
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is now accepting pre-screen questionnaires for the position of
JUVENILE DETENTION SPECIALIST assigned to the Juvenile Detention Center.
The Juvenile Detention Specialist performs generalized corrections work in the care, custody, and control of juvenile detainees.
PLEASE NOTE - Selected applicant will be assigned to a night shift positionREQUIRED DOCUMENTEach applicant must complete a
NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver
.
Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the pre-screen application.
This position is open until filled.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES:
Processes detention intake and releases; responsible for searching detainees. Searches and removes all unauthorized personal articles and contraband from detainees. Exercises reasonable and/or special care or action, as the need dictates or as directed, in handling special or unusual detainees. Escorts detainees using handcuffs, approved physical techniques, and other approved restraints.
Effectively control the juvenile admitted to the facility, using maneuvers and techniques taught in training by the approved physical training curriculum.
Pursue fleeing detainees and perform rescue operations and other duties which may involve quickly entering and exiting secured areas; lifting, carrying and dragging heavy objects; climbing up to and down from elevated surfaces; jumping over obstacles; crawling in confined areas; and using the approved physical techniques to gain entrance or subdue resisting detainees.
Perform rescue functions in accidents within the facility, emergencies and disasters including standing for long periods, administering basic emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging and carrying people away from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from confined areas.
Communicate effectively and coherently with other officers, community partners, and juveniles using existing communications systems, and demonstrate communication skills in court and other formal settings as required.
May be required to drive Sheriff’s Office vehicles in the transportation of juveniles.
Must understand and adhere to the standards of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA).
Performs other duties as required or as may be necessary for the efficient and effective performance of the position functions.
High School Diploma/GED; Associate's Degree preferred
Two (2) years experience working with juveniles or in the criminal justice system
Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of related training, education and experience
Must be able to complete PAR training within six (6) months of employment or assignment to this position
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License
Successful applicants will be required to complete and submit an entire employment application, which will be provided to the applicant by the Human Resources Division. The applicant will then submit to a thorough background investigation, which includes, but is not limited to, past employment/education verification, driver license review, credit history, prior drug use history, arrest/conviction record, and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing. Any dishonesty or deception on the Pre-Screen Questionnaire or Employment Application will disqualify your application.
The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the
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JUVENILE DETENTION SPECIALIST assigned to the Juvenile Detention Center.
The Juvenile Detention Specialist performs generalized corrections work in the care, custody, and control of juvenile detainees.
PLEASE NOTE - Selected applicant will be assigned to a night shift positionREQUIRED DOCUMENTEach applicant must complete a
NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver
.
Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the pre-screen application.
This position is open until filled.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES:
Processes detention intake and releases; responsible for searching detainees. Searches and removes all unauthorized personal articles and contraband from detainees. Exercises reasonable and/or special care or action, as the need dictates or as directed, in handling special or unusual detainees. Escorts detainees using handcuffs, approved physical techniques, and other approved restraints.
Effectively control the juvenile admitted to the facility, using maneuvers and techniques taught in training by the approved physical training curriculum.
Pursue fleeing detainees and perform rescue operations and other duties which may involve quickly entering and exiting secured areas; lifting, carrying and dragging heavy objects; climbing up to and down from elevated surfaces; jumping over obstacles; crawling in confined areas; and using the approved physical techniques to gain entrance or subdue resisting detainees.
Perform rescue functions in accidents within the facility, emergencies and disasters including standing for long periods, administering basic emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging and carrying people away from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from confined areas.
Communicate effectively and coherently with other officers, community partners, and juveniles using existing communications systems, and demonstrate communication skills in court and other formal settings as required.
May be required to drive Sheriff’s Office vehicles in the transportation of juveniles.
Must understand and adhere to the standards of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA).
Performs other duties as required or as may be necessary for the efficient and effective performance of the position functions.
High School Diploma/GED; Associate's Degree preferred
Two (2) years experience working with juveniles or in the criminal justice system
Consideration may be given to an equivalent combination of related training, education and experience
Must be able to complete PAR training within six (6) months of employment or assignment to this position
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License
Successful applicants will be required to complete and submit an entire employment application, which will be provided to the applicant by the Human Resources Division. The applicant will then submit to a thorough background investigation, which includes, but is not limited to, past employment/education verification, driver license review, credit history, prior drug use history, arrest/conviction record, and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing. Any dishonesty or deception on the Pre-Screen Questionnaire or Employment Application will disqualify your application.
The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the
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