Juvenile Detention Specialist, Juvenile Detention Center

The Seminole County Sheriffs Office is now accepting applications for the position of JUVENILE DETENTION SPECIALIST ASSIGNED TO THE JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER.

The Juvenile Detention Specialist assigned to the Juvenile Detention Center performs generalized corrections work in the care custody and control of juvenile detainees.

Each applicant must complete aNOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver.Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the pre-screen application. A link for the form has been provided in red above.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES: The duties listed below are in addition to the duties assigned under the associated job description. The omission of specific work statements does not necessarily exclude them from being performed by the position and is for illustrative purposes only.

REFERENCEJUVENILE DETENTION SPECIALISTVIAJOB DESCRIPTIONS

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 approve physical techniques and other approved restraints.

Effectively control the juvenile admitted to the facility using maneuvers and techniques taught in training by the approve 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 communications skills in court and other formal settings as required.

May be required to drive Sheriffs 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.

• Applicant must have a High School Diploma/GED; Associates Degree preferred
• Applicant must have one (1) year responsible work experience which involves law enforcement related duties or dealing with youth preferred
• Consideration may be given to equivalent combination of related training education and experience
• Applicant must be able to complete PAR training within six (6) months of employment or assignment to this position
• Internal applicants must have completed the Seminole County Sheriffs Office one (1) year probationary period
• Applicant must possess and maintain a valid Florida Drivers License

REFERENCEJUVENILE DETENTION SPECIALISTVIAJOB DESCRIPTIONS

Knowledge of Sheriffs Office rules and regulations as applied to juvenile detention centers; of interviewing and counseling techniques.

Ability to work independently without constant supervision; to communicate both orally and in writing; to understand interpret and implement policies law and procedures in regards to Florida Statute Chapter 985; to plan organize prioritize and coordinate work assignments; to analyze information or situations; synthesize information and/or circumstances; solve problems; recall facts and/or information; describe persons things and/or events; read and comprehend information; to appropriately wear and operate a self-contained breathing apparatus; to drive a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment for this position is normally within the confined setting of a Juvenile Detention Facility. The use of a radio and the MCT (Mobile Computer Terminal) may be necessary. This position is required to drive and transport youth to various locations within the County.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS

Mobility-Frequent standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time stooping bending climbing stairs required to drive an agency vehicle and/or transport inmates; constant use of a computer

Lifting-Able to lift 50 pounds

Visual-Constant overall vision; color perception constant eye-hand coordination; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral

Dexterity-Frequent repetitive motion and reaching

Hearing/Talking-Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; constant talking on telephone/radio

Emotional/Psychological- Potential contact with hostile individuals; direct inmate contact exposure to emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma grief and death; frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration

Special Requirements-Ability to behave respectably and with utmost integrity even when off duty. Shift work (days or nights) with rotating days off including working weekends nights holidays and/or overtime; May be required to respond for any critical incident manmade or natural; must be able to appropriately wear and operate a self-contained breathing apparatus

Environmental- Exposure to varied weather conditions

Unclassified Position

Please direct any questions to:

Seminole County Sheriffs Office

Human Resources Division

100 Eslinger Way

Sanford FL 32773

External applicants for employment will submit to a thorough background investigation which includes but 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. A certified examiner administers the CVSA with questions addressing illegal drug use and general questions of honesty and criminal history. Any dishonesty or deception on the Employment Application will disqualify your application.

The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the complexity of the applicants background and position for which youve applied. Applicants selected for employment will be provided a conditional offer and required to submit to a medical examination with drug screening.

Candidates must also comply with the Agencys current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy. A copy ofGeneral Order 28 - Dress and Appearance can be accessed here. An applicants tattoos and body ornamentation must be disclosed at the time of application and will be documented as part of the agencys review process even if otherwise meeting the Agencys policy.

Applicants not selected for employment will receive notification from the Human Resources Division to include justification based on the following disqualifiers: negative background failure to meet minimum qualifications as outlined in the specific job description or any additional information discovered during the interview process. Applicants will be eligible to reapply with the Seminole County Sheriffs Office after one year from date of notification.

The Seminole County Sheriffs Office is committed to a diverse work force is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly support our military veterans and their families and encourage them to consider applying to agency job announcements for which they may qualify. Preference-Eligible Applicant service members and veterans and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additionally certain Preference-Eligible Applicants may also be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment.