Sumter County Florida Sheriff's Office

Sumter County Sheriff's Office Classification Description

 

 

Job Title: DETENTION SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Classification: DETENTION SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Division: DETENTION
Supervises: NONE
Supervised by: SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Effective Date: 08/30/2002
   
Brief Description
The objective of this job is to assist Corrections Officers performing clerical/support functions associated with the care of inmates. It involves some typing, filing, and other clerical functions. It also involves manning electronically operated control positions to assure the authorized movement of person(s) throughout the facility. Requires successful

completion of Orientation/Training Course.

 
Duties
A. Abide by the “Law Enforcement Code of Ethics”.

B. Answer and place calls at switchboard.

C. Answer questions from the public in a courteous and efficient manner.

D. Take messages for employees, and distribute as necessary.

E. Perform warrant check, as necessary (Upon limited access certification with NCIC/FCID).

F. Assist in booking arrestees by typing, computer entry, filing paperwork, and other clerical duties.

G. Enter new inmate information into the computer.

H. Type miscellaneous reports and forms.

I. Prepare paperwork, as required, for inmate release.

J. Assist with paperwork in closing out shifts, such as daily head-counts, court transmittals, and other daily filings.

K. Man control rooms, as required, by operating control panels, observing

Doors and controls performing control panel tests, and other required duties

according to specific post orders.

L. Observe Corrections Officer as he or she enters into the inmate housing area.

Radio for assistance as needed.

M. Observe inmates in the housing units and alert Corrections Officers to any

problems or rule violations.

N. Be alert for conditions or situations which inhibit efficient operation of the

Agency or the Corrections Division, and make recommendations for

Solutions.

O. Perform any other duties that may be required by the Jail Administrator or

through necessity of situations.

 
Job prerequisites
JOB PREREQUISITES:

High school diploma or GED.

Ability to follow instructions and organize own work.

Ability to understand and follow English language instructions, both verbal and written.

Ability to use general office machines such as copier and computer.

Ability to work harmoniously with the public and departmental personnel.

Possess normal sight and hearing, and physical agility required for standing, walking, and climbing stairs.

Cleared by a 10 panel drug test.

Have an acceptable background investigation and driving record.

 
Job requirements
JOB PREREQUISITES:

High school diploma or GED.

Ability to follow instructions and organize own work.

Ability to understand and follow English language instructions, both verbal and written.

Ability to use general office machines such as copier and computer.

Ability to work harmoniously with the public and departmental personnel.

Possess normal sight and hearing, and physical agility required for standing, walking, and climbing stairs.

Cleared by a 10 panel drug test.

Have an acceptable background investigation and driving record.

 
Working conditions
Work in a detention facility. Will not have direct control or supervision of inmates, but work in proximity of inmates. May be subjected to or within hearing range of verbal abuse by inmates. Possibility of physical abuse is possible. May be required to work shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays. During some shifts, may be required to spend the entire shift in a locked control room. May be required to work overtime when necessary.

 
Issuing Authority
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William O. Farmer JR., Sheriff

 

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