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Detention Officer

Detention Officer

 

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applications for

Detention Officer

*The link to the city of Fort Lauderdale's Career Page, and access to the live application for these positions, can be found below.

Salary $25.47 - $39.50/HR 

    Salary: $52,977.60 (new recruit) - $82,160.00

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification.   The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position. 

  • Maintains care, custody, and control over all detainees and prisoners; takes appropriate action to ensure the safety and security of the detainees/prisoners, the public and other law enforcement/detention personnel.

  • Receives incoming prisoners; conducts searches to detect concealed weapons and contraband. Coordinates prisoner placement and cell assignment during the intake process.

  • Complies with booking and release orders and procedures.

  • Maintains accurate counts of detainees/prisoners; maintains complete records and ensures that current information on prisoners is entered into the computerized record information system.

  • Secures detention facility keys; receives status and incident reports and special instructions from other detention personnel; follows special instructions from supervisors, and other detention personnel.

  • Operates an agency vehicle to transport detainees and adheres to agency policies and procedures in accordance with laws regarding safe vehicle operations.

  • Maintains heightened awareness to surroundings and environment in the preservation of life and property.

  • Must maintain control of emotional reactions and impulses while taking charge of or handling a disagreeable or dangerous situation.

  • Applies knowledge of policies and procedures used in the operation of a detention facility including use of restraint devices, deployment of less than lethal force, e.g. (OC, taser) for inmate control.

  • Operates a two-way radio, utilizing proper radio etiquette, communication/dispatch codes and signals and officer safety techniques.

  • May be required to assist in events, critical incidents, or emergencies.

  • Must be available and willing to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed, to fulfill the 24/7 mission of the unit.

  • Performs related duties as required.

Special Requirements: 
Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine who will be required to work.

 

                              Job Requirements for Detention Officers

  1. High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  2. Be at least 18 years of age
  3. Be a U.S. Citizen
  4. 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 except where exempt under Florida Statutes (FS) 943.13.
  5. Must successfully complete the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Criminal Justice Standards Training Commission (CJSTC) Certification or equivalent, from an accredited academy and comply with the minimum training and standards of an accredited certification institution as set forth by the recommended FDLE guidelines and CJSTC.
  6. Possess or be able to obtain a State Corrections Officer Certification in compliance with Florida Statutes 943.1395
  7. Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License within 30 days of employment.
  8. Must successfully complete a background investigation including polygraph and psychological examination.
  9. Must be able to work a flexible shift including nights, weekends, holidays and during a state of emergency.

 

Candidates are required to complete and achieve passing scores on the Basic Abilities Test for Corrections (BAT) (unless already State Corrections Officer certified by FDLE), and pass a Physical Agility Test (PAT) administered at Broward College Institute of Public Safety. Please click on the link below for more information

                    https://www.broward.edu/academics/public-safety/ips/testing-center.html

 Required Documents for Submitting On-Line Application

  1. Birth Certificate and/or Naturalization Papers
  2. High School Diploma or Certificate of Equivalent Education
  3. Current Driver’s License History
  4. Pre-Job Offer Questionnaire (CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO PJQ)
  5. Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Criminal Justice Standards Training Commission (CJSTC) Certification (if certified)
  6. State Corrections Officer Certification (if applicable)
  7. DD214 Military Release Form- Member 4 copy (if applicable)
  8. City of Fort Lauderdale Veteran’s Preference Claim Form (if applicable) FORM J204

 

For additional information please contact FLPD Recruiter

Detective Eric Perez at (954) 828-FLPD (3573) or (954) 828-4791

or via email: recruiter@flpd.gov.

 

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