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Detention Officer RecruitGovernment Jobs • Gainesville, FL, US
Detention Officer Recruit

Detention Officer Recruit

Government Jobs • Gainesville, FL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Training Position For Alachua County Sheriff's Office Detention Officer

A training position involving attendance at a recognized Correctional academy for the express purpose of becoming an Alachua County Sheriff's Office Detention Officer / Detention Deputy. This position requires commitment, diligence and initiative. Work is performed under the supervision of the Training Bureau Sergeants. Performance is evaluated through observation and grades obtained.

Examples of duties include :

  • Attend and successfully complete the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Corrections Basic Recruit course
  • Meet all standards required for employment at the Alachua County Sheriff's Office
  • Attend academy / work shifts promptly on a continual basis

This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of specific job function or tasks does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent to the position.

Typical qualifications include :

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • High School / GED Required
  • Associate's Degree Preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree Preferred

    • Preferred Major(s) : Criminal Justice, Psychology, or other related field

    EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING :

  • Experience in the criminal justice field is preferred

    • CERTIFICATION AND LICENSING :

  • Current, valid Florida driver's license

    • OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Must pass all current ACSO testing and background processes
  • Must be willing to enter into an employee training agreement regarding length of ACSO employment
  • Must meet or exceed all applicable physical agility standards required by ACSO

    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Sit / stand for extended periods
  • See / hear at a normal range
  • Ambulate independently
  • Lift / carry 150+ pounds
  • Push / pull moderate to heavy loads
  • Bend and squat
  • Manual dexterity
  • Drive a vehicle
  • Pass any required physical testing mandated by ACSO and / or CJSTC

    • Knowledge, skills, and abilities include :

  • Speak, read, write, and understand English fluently
  • Good knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
  • Ability to learn material presented at the Academy
  • Ability to analyze problems quickly and effectively
  • Ability to apply modern law enforcement principles / procedures to solve practical problems
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Ability to comprehend and follow instructions / orders

    • We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who work 20 hours or more a week. These benefits include health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending account, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Most of our benefits are aligned with the Alachua County's benefits. We also offer cutting edge and comprehensive training available for law enforcement.

    The Alachua County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Alachua County Sheriff's Office gives preference in employment / appointment to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants with disabilities will be reasonably accommodated in the application process. Minorities and protected classes are encouraged to apply.

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    Detention Officer • Gainesville, FL, US