Qureos Mentor

Marion County Sheriff's Office

JOB
 The objective of this job is to assist Detention Deputies by 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 jail facility. Detention Assistants may work in any division in the jail. Their specific job functions are listed in the respective post order.
 
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
 A. Abide by the "Law Enforcement Code of Ethics."B. Thoroughly know, understand and comply with Agency procedures, rules and regulations, Florida State Statutes, the Florida Model Jail Standards and accreditation standards relating to this position.C. Answer and place calls at switchboard.D. Answer questions from the public in a courteous and efficient manner.E. Take messages for employees, and distribute as necessary.F. Write receipts for bonds, fines, inmate property, and other items.G. Encode inmate funds into the computer for new inmates. H. Type miscellaneous reports and forms. I. 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.J. Check flashlights, radios, and other emergency equipment in the control room on a daily basis, and routinely check alarms for proper operation.K. Control sign in/out log for inmate visitors during visiting hours, and assist other visitors as necessary.L. Assist Detention Deputies as directed.M. Observe Detention Deputy(s) as he/she enters into the inmate housing area. Radio for assistance as needed.N. Observe inmates in the housing units and alert Detention Deputies to any problems or rule violations.O. Be alert for conditions or situations which inhibit efficient operation of the Agency or the Detention Bureau, and make recommendations for solutions.P. Perform other related duties, as assigned, including modified schedule or temporary re-assignment during declared emergency or activations, as determined by the Sheriff.Q. Attend Training as required
 
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
 WORKING CONDITIONS: Detention Assistants work in an adult detention facility. They do 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. Possibility of physical abuse remote but present. Required to work shift work, including nights, weekends and holidays. During some shifts, may be required to spend entire shift in a locked control room. May be required to work overtime when necessary.ADA: Physical and dexterity requirements: Requires light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time, must be able to climb stairs, and involves exerting between 10 and 30 pounds of force on a recurring basis, the ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time and operate control mechanisms remotely.Environmental hazards: The job may risk exposure to extreme heat and/or cold, bright/dim light, dusts andpollen, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, animals/wildlife, vibrations, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, diseases/pathogens and violence.Sensory requirements: The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, speaking, colorperception, sense of smell, depth perception and texture perception. The Office of the Sheriff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Office of the Sheriff to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations. Nothing in this job description prevents management from assigning different or additional duties or modifying the job description at any time.VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Detention Assistant

JOB
 This position receives requests and dispatches appropriate emergency units in response to all calls for services. Requests for services include, but are not limited to, those that are answered by 911 emergency or non- emergency lines or MCSO. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Dispatch Supervisor.
 
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
 Duties: A. Abide by the "Law Enforcement Code of Ethics."B. Dispatch Law Enforcement assignments and other official messages via the Law Enforcement radio or phone.C. Properly fulfill requests from law enforcement personnel regarding support services such as rescue and EMS units, fire apparatus, wreckers, etc.D. Maintain complete and current status of all on-duty deputies indicating their locations and activities.E. Monitor, evaluate and dispatch all assigned calls for service in a timely manner with appropriate response.F. Provide deputies and supervisors with requested information whenever possible.G. Be alert for radio traffic and situations concerning Officer safety and take action to ensure the properresponse.H. Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of assigned work area and equipment.I. Maintain all radio and phone communications in an efficient, courteous, and professional manner.J. Become familiar with the boundaries of Marion County and become familiar with the proper names, numbers and locations or roadways, public buildings, hospitals and so forth.K. Become familiar with Florida State Statutes, Department Standard Operating Procedures and other pertinent reference material pertaining to assistance in calls for service, proper responses and Officer-safety issues.L. Assist in the equipment maintenance of the Communications Division and report all malfunctions and failures immediately.M. Be alert for conditions or situations that inhibit the efficient operation of the Agency or the Communications Division and make recommendations for solutions.N. Monitor alarm computer.O. Maintain appropriate current support classes such as CPR, incident management, and hazardous materials.P. Maintains composure in stressful situations to ensure appropriate control of all calls so units are properlysupplied with accurate information.Q. Required to report to work at the appointed hour, as scheduled, and to work the entire assigned shift.Maintains availability for on-call, including nights, weekends and holidays.R. Required to protect the privacy of all patient information in accordance with the Agency’s privacy policies, procedures, and practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with general principles of professionalism as a health care provider.S. Perform other related duties, as assigned, including modified schedule or temporary re-assignment during declared emergency or activations, as determined by the Sheriff.
 
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
 WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an enclosed area with background noise from radios, telephones, Teletype machines and other equipment. Shift work is required, including nights, weekends and holidays. Required to work overtime when necessary, sometimes on short notice. Subject to possible verbal abuse from callers and frequent exposure to traumatic situations.ADA: Physical and dexterity requirements: Requires light work that involves walking or standing, exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force on a recurring basis; Requires the ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time, the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull items up to ten (10) pounds; routine keyboarding operations.Environmental hazards: This job risks exposure to office related dust, fumes and odors. Work is performed in an enclosed area with background noise from radios, telephones, teletype machines and other equipment. Shift work is required, including nights, weekends and holidays. Required to work over-time, when necessary, sometimes on short notice. Subject to possible verbal abuse from callers and frequent exposure to traumatic situations.Sensory requirements: This job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking. The Marion County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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