Detention Officer
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Nature of WorkThis is routine security work in receiving, processing, detaining, transporting and releasing prisoners held in the City's temporary detention facilities. Employees in this classification are responsible for the security, welfare, and health of all prisoners confined in the jail. Duties include maintaining various records on prisoners and supervising the cleaning of cells and corridors. Work involves maintaining order and discipline by enforcement of departmental rules and regulations.Illustrative Examples of Essential Duties* Receives, searches, fingerprints, photographs, and transports newly arrested prisoners* Maintains order and constant vigilance over prisoners during all phases of jail operations by electronic surveillance equipment and by personal observation* Maintains records and logs of prisoners to document time in the detention center, to account for prisoner's property, and to control issuance of jail keys* Secures firearms in the gun locker prior to removing handcuffs from prisoner* Checks periodically during tour of duty all doors, cell gates, and windows ascertaining that they are secured and locked* Notifies the Shift Commander of critical incidents, such as prisoner deaths, serious injuries to prisoners or employees, escapes, and attempted escapes* Notifies Rescue Squad if prisoner(s) become ill or injured; adds all information relative to illness or injury to the Arrest Report* Performs related tasks as requiredMinimum Requirements* Current Correction Officer Certification from Florida Department of Law Enforcement Division of Criminal Justice Standards and Training* Current valid driver's license, obtain a Florida driver's license prior to appointment, and maintain without any restrictions affecting job performance* Shift work which may include nights, weekends, and holidays* Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of any felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement is not eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. Florida Statute 943.13 (4)* Pass a pre-employment, post offer medical examination based upon specifications established* Successful completion of a backgrounds investigation, polygraph, psychological, and psychiatric evaluations based on CJSTC procedures per Florida Statute 943.13(7) (11)* Comply with Section 943.135, Florida Statutes, and CJSTC continuing training and education requirements. Florida Statute 943.13 (11)Physical Requirements:* Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact* Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment such as, but not limited to, word processor, calculator, copier, and fax machine* Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, and kneeling* Some crawling, reaching, and handling, sitting, standing, pushing, and pulling* Must have physical ability to administer CPR, handle firearms, and restrain unruly individuals* Ability to operate a motor vehicle and transport prisoners* Ability to react promptly and correctly in emergency situationsFor all positions:* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press the general public and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, political affiliation, gender identity or sexual orientation.* Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. Strong understanding of ethical behavior is required.* Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.* Performs related work as required* Reports to work as directed during an emergency as an essential employee of the City of Miami BeachFor all technical, professional, supervisory and managerial positions:* Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to issues consistent with the City's strategic plan.Applicants must detail any related work experience on the application or risk disqualification. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application, failure to do so will result in ineligibility. City of Miami Beach employees must reflect their current position and detail their work experience on the application to avoid being disqualified.Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veteran's preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 (either Member 2 or Member 4), as well as the final Department of Defense Disability Letter (dated within one year) must be submitted with the application.Pension Plan (eligibility age - 50; 10 year cliff vesting ); 3 year DROP; excellent medical and dental (provided through FOP Trust), statutory death benefit and life insurance; vacation and sick time; holiday pay (11 holidays, 3 floating days, and employee's birthday); longevity pay; shift differential; take home vehicle program; uniform allowance; educational incentives; in-house fitness center.Voluntary Benefits (fully paid by the employee, but payroll deductible): additional life insurance, disability insurance, critical life insurance, lump-sum cancer benefits, U.S. Legal Services, flexible spending account, pre-tax payroll deductions, continuation of medical and dental coverage up to 18 months upon termination (COBRA).For a more detailed overview of the benefit package, please visit Benefits section at you currently possess Correction Officer Certification from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Division of Criminal Justice Standards and Training? YOU MUST ATTACH YOUR CERTIFICATION TO YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION.* Yes* No02You may either attach your certification to your online application at the time of submission Or submit it in person to the Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., PRIOR to the position closing date and time (Wednesday, July 8, 2020, 5:00 p.m.) City of Miami Beach City Hall Human Resources Department, 3rd Floor 1700 Convention Center Drive Miami Beach, Florida 33139 Applications submitted without the proof of current Correction Officer Certification from Florida Department of Law Enforcement Division of Criminal Justice Standards and Training WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. If you need assistance with attaching your certification to your application, please contact Human Resources at 305-###-####. DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION WITHOUT ATTACHMENT!!!* I acknowledge and agree to the above.03Corrections Officer must Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, or have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of any felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement is not eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication. Florida Statute 943.13 (4) Have you ever been convicted of any of the above?* Yes* No04If answered Yes to previous question, please explain; include year of incident. Otherwise, put N/A 05Do you currently possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?* Yes* No06Are you able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays?* Yes* No07Are you current employed as a Corrections/Detention Officer in the State of Florida?* Yes* No08If you are working as a Corrections/Detention Officer, please indicate for what agency and how long? If you have not, please respond N/A.09How many years of experience working as a Corrections/Detention Officer do you have?* Less than one year of experience* 1 to 3 years of experience* 4 to 6 years of experience* 7 or more years of experience* I have never worked as a Corrections/Detention Officer10I acknowledge that I can perform the physical requirements that are listed for this job.* Yes* No11Do you posses a Dual Certification in the State of Florida for Corrections and Law Enforcement?* Yes* No12I acknowledge that in order to claim Veterans Preference, I must indicate it on the application form and attach proper documentation. If you are not claiming Veterans Preference, please check box indicating N/A .* I acknowledge and agree to the above* N/ARequired QuestionAgency City of Miami BeachAddress 1700 Convention Center Drive3rd FloorMiami Beach, Florida, 33139Phone 305-###-####Website