Alternative Sentencing Technician I

Nature of Work

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking to fill a vacancy of Alternative Sentencing Specialist.

This position is scheduled Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm.

The starting pay for this position is $20.22/hour.

The background investigation process may take up to 6 weeks depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which they've applied.

Under the direction of a supervisor, members in this position perform administrative duties of a routine to moderately complex nature. This position requires entering and maintaining information into databases, updating files, processing forms, researching information, managing records, scheduling appointments, providing information to callers and/or walk-in citizens, and maintaining knowledge of the agency’s policies and procedures. Work is reviewed through observation, review of work products, and results obtained.

SUPERVISES OTHERS: No

• Provides comprehensive administrative support including responding to public inquiries, screening calls, acting as a liaison between citizens, staff, and supervisors
• Monitors and reviews files to ensure S/ROR defendants are remaining in compliance with court orders and court attendance, to include weekly offender check-ins via telephone, email or in person
• Researches court cases to determine if there has been a disposition or modification of conditions of release; notifies the appropriate individuals as necessary
• Makes appropriate notification of reporting offenders
• Completes and appropriately documents weekly check-ins via in person, email and telephone
• Coordinates sentenced offender fingerprints
• Answers telephones and gives information to callers, takes messages, or transfers calls to appropriate individuals
• Reviews and verifies source materials to determine accuracy and completeness of information
• Schedules drug testing appointments
• Performs criminal history search inquiries utilizing databases
• Monitors or maintains electronic filing/scanning systems and recording of information
• Composes, types, and distributes meeting notes, routine correspondence, or reports, such as presentations or expense or monthly reports
• Greets visitors, members and offenders and addresses their inquiries or directs them to the appropriate individuals according to their needs
• Operates office equipment, fax machines, scanners, copiers, and may arrange for repairs when equipment malfunctions
• Conducts minor research, collecting information on non-technical, operational, or administrative issues and type summary of research findings
• Enters, updates, processes, and maintains records, files, applications, and/or forms
• Processes timekeeping, attendance, overtime, and time-off requests for department submission to payroll
• Conducts Pre-Screens on defendants to determine if they meet the criteria for ASU programs
• Prepares the file of noncompliant defendants with necessary documentation to present to the Specialists
• Interacts with SAO regarding PCSO member availability for court
• Interacts with victim witness to determine member availability - using conflict sheet provided by victim witness Subpoena Control
• Contacts members with disposition updates and notifications for subpoenas
• Specialized functions and responsibilities may vary by area of assignment
• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
• This position may be considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, may be required to report to work
• Participates in Sheriff’s Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed
  
  

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary

Qualifications

• High School graduation or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education
• One (1) year experience in a clerical office environment
• Testing Required
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic
• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computer terminal, copy machine, and calculators
• Time management skills and inter-personal skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Accurate typing skills
• Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
  
  

Physical Abilities

Responsibilities

The physical abilities listed below are estimates of time spent during a typical work day to perform essential functions and responsibilities. Members in this position may be required to:

• Sit up to 8 hours per day
• Stand up to 3 hours per day
• Walk up to 2 hours per day
• Occasionally lift up to 10 lbs.
• Occasionally bend, squat, reach, kneel, and twist
  
  

We offer a complete benefits package to full and part-time employees.

To view the PCSO Benefits Guide click here.

01

You must be 18 years of age to qualify for this position. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent diploma from an institution accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) or licensed as a degree granting institution by the Commission for Independent Education?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Are you a citizen of the United States or Foreign National with valid resident status and employment authorization?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

To remain in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office must determine if it is necessary and/or possible to provide reasonable accommodations to all potential employees. Ensure you have read and thoroughly understand the job description and requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Can you perform the essential functions of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• I am capable of performing the duties of the job as described.
• I am capable of performing the duties of this job with reasonable accommodation.
• I am not capable of performing the duties of this job.
  
  

05

Have you been convicted of a felony within the last 3 years, regardless of whether the sentence was suspended, adjudication withheld, you pled no contest, or the conviction was sealed or expunged?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Within the last twelve (12) months, have you illegally possessed or used any illegal drug? This includes marijuana, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, LSD, THC, or any other derivatives.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question