Corrections Deputy
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Title:Corrections Deputy - 2024ID:6821Division/Section:CorrectionsPay Grade:SwornStatus:Full-TimeStarting Salary:$58,000 (Based on a 40-hour work week) - $60,900 (Salary based on 12-hour shifts, upon successful completion of training program.)FLSA Class:Non-ExemptBlood/Viral Pathogen Risk:Foreseeable RiskRetirement Class:Special RiskDescriptionNew, full-time, non-ranking employees who meet the following criteria will advance one (1) step in the pay plan for every four (4) years of prior service. This increase will be limited to a maximum of a three (3) step increase.Sworn, full-time service with another corrections agency or service in the United States Military in a corrections capacity.4 years of priorservice: $59,0008 years of priorservice: $60,00012+ years of priorservice: $61,000Primary PurposeThe Corrections Deputy is a sworn position that is responsible for providing care, custody, and control of male, female, and juvenile offenders housed within the St. Johns County Detention Center. This position is responsible for responding to the needs of offenders while ensuring a safe and secure environment for inmates, citizens, and other employees in accordance with the agency policy, Florida Model Jail Standards, and the Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission. Corrections Deputies must demonstrate professionalism and superior customer service for citizens and visitors. Within the agency, a Corrections Deputy may work a number of assignments. These assignments include: Booking, Community Work Release Center/Work Squad, Courthouse Security/Transportation, and the Main Detention Unit.Education and Qualification RequirementsValid Florida Driver LicenseType 25 WPM accuratelyHigh School Diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED)CJSTC Corrections CertificateMust not have received a dishonorable discharge from any branch of the Armed ForcesMust not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or false statementDutiesSupervise inmates within housing unitsInstruct inmates to keep up with housekeeping and sanitationPeriodically patrol inmate quarters and work areasInitiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervalsMaintain control and disciplinePrepare and maintain detailed reports and logsEnter and retrieve data from computer terminalsPrevent the introduction of contraband into the facilityCheck inmates and their property for contrabandPatrol the inside and outside the facility to ensure the security and integrity of the facilityMonitor and supervise inmate visitationsObserve traffic in and around the facilityMaintain control of all areas of the facility, including the food service area, the recreation yard, etc.Occasionally testify in courtAll other duties assignedJob Controls and ComplexitiesReport to CORR Shift LeaderAdopt problem-solving skillsAdhere to laws/agency policy/rules/ regulations/SOP/ proceduresMaintain confidentiality/security of files and information obtained in the course of employmentMaintain continuity and operational efficiency by accurate and timely dissemination of information to supervisor and co-workersAdhere to leave, overtime and attendance policies/procedures (i.e. arrive promptly, regular attendance at work, notification to supervisor regarding absence from work due to illness or untimely incidents, etc.)ContactsSJSO EmployeesInmatesOther Government EntitiesPhysical EnvironmentWork rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights, holidays and weekendsS