Detention Technician Detention Technician Salary $32,847.47 - $48,530.18 Annually Location Broward County, FL Job Type Permanent Full Time Department Detention Job Number 18038A Closing 6/15/2018 4:30 PM Eastern Minimum Requirements 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Six (6) months full-time paid work experience in clerical, data entry, public contact and/or customer service work. 3. Experience or training involving jail operations, detention, security, police aide work, or explorer program preferred. 4. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Special Requirements 1. Compliance with requirement to adhere to uniformed dress code criteria. 2. Continued employment is contingent upon the ability to participate in and satisfactorily complete within the initial probationary period the established in-house training program. Nature of Work Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to perform security work within the Department of Detention. Work involves controlling access to and within the detention facility/housing unit of the Broward County Sheriff's Office. Employees coordinate and document all movement within the detention facility/housing unit on an assigned shift. Position monitors closed circuit television cameras, telephones, alarm systems, intercom panels and/or control panel doors. Work involves maintaining strict adherence to rules and regulations and safety/security procedures. Work assignments and instructions are received from an administrative superior who reviews work methods and results through observation, reports and conferences. Performs related work as directed. Essential Functions/Physical Requirements Ensures the proper operation of all electronic functioning doors, security devices/alarms; controls access to and within the detention facility/housing unit. Alerts certified personnel to conditions or circumstances which may inhibit the efficient operations of the facility; provides recommendations for resolution as appropriate. Monitors closed circuit television cameras, telephones, alarm systems, intercom panels and/or control panel doors. Coordinates and documents all movement, maintains accurate entries in electronic and/or hand written log books. Maintains strict adherence to rules and regulations and safety/security procedures. Monitors and maintains visual and verbal contact with the housing unit Deputy to ensure safety and security. Accountable for all keys, restraining devices and all other emergency equipment assigned to the post. Monitors in-house radio transmissions to maintain an awareness of activities in other areas of the assigned facility. Receives security calls or security checks from designated posts. Alerts appropriate personnel of security violations and potentially threatening situations. Controls exit and entry to doors, hallways, elevators and sally ports. Contacts designated personnel in case of an emergency. Reviews procedures for response to emergency situations. Controls and monitors access to and movement within the detention facility by operating remote control panels for gates and doors. Checks identification of all persons entering/exiting controlled areas. Monitors safety of deputies, visitors, and inmates. Generates work orders for non working equipment. Serves as a communications liaison in the event of an emergency in the detention facility/housing unit. Communicate with inmates in housing units via the intercom system to direct, advise and provide verbal commands to assist deputies maintain order and ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations. Uses a computer terminal for data input and retrieval of various inmate information, as applicable to assigned functional area. Detention technicians, while an integral part of the security staff, do not have regular physical contact with inmates. However, indirect contact might occur during normal operational activity. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Performs related duties as directed. Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate physical effort in light to moderately heavy work, typically involving some combination of bending, reaching, stooping, or kneeling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderately heavy weight (20-50 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time standing or sitting at a workstation. May require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavier objects. Tasks are performed in a detention environment where proper provisions are in place in terms of employee security and protection. Due to the nature and location of the work environment, tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements consistent with routine conditions in a detention detainment environment, e.g., loud noise, pathogens, violent behavior. Broward Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Recruitment Information Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis. BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law. The Broward Sheriff's Office values the contributions of its certified and civilian employees. The agency's outstanding Benefits Package is one of the ways BSO retains its employees and attracts new personnel to the BSO team. Here's a sampling of typical employee benefits: * Medical Insurance: Various plans including HMO, HMO Open Access and POS options with pre-tax premium conversion available. New employees are eligible on the first of the month following the date of hire. Prescription plans are also offered * Domestic Partner coverage: Medical, dental and vision coverage is offered * Life Insurance: One times salary for basic life and AD&D at no cost to the employee. Additional voluntary term life and dependent life are also available * Dental Insurance: Three plans (DHMO, PPO and Indemnity) are available and pre-tax premium conversion is an option * Line of Duty benefits * Vision Care Insurance: 100% of the premium for single and family coverage paid for by the Broward Sheriff's Office (in combination with medical insurance election). * Voluntary Long and Short-Term Disability. * Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance * Retirement plan under the Florida Retirement System. * Sick leave, annual leave, holiday leave, bereavement leave, military leave, personal day, bonus days * Sick leave pool and donated leave program * 24-hour fitness center * Employee Assistance Program, on-site and through medical insurance * Wellness programs including on-site lunch-time seminars and health screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, etc. * Florida Prepaid College Program payroll deduction program * On-site insurance representatives for medical, dental and vision programs * Voluntary Legal aid discount program * Flu and Hepatitis B vaccines at no charge 01 Do you have six (6) months experience or training involving jail operations, detention, or security work? * Yes * No 02 Do you have experience in police aide work or have you participated in the explorer program? * Yes * No 03 Have you ever served in the military? * Yes * No Required Question Agency Broward County Sheriff's Office Address 2601 West Broward Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33312 Phone (954) 321-4400 Website http://www.sheriff.org Apply ]]>