General Description
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the position of CLASSIFICATION SPECIALIST.
This position involves specialized clerical work researching criminal histories for classification/housing purposes, coordinating inmate work programs at the John E. Polk Correctional Facility, and pretrial intervention services.
REQUIRED DOCUMENT
Each applicant must complete a NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver (Download PDF reader). Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the pre-screen application. A link for the form has been provided in red above.
Applications must be submitted before the closing date of May 6, 2024.
Typical Duties
Note: Listed functions, duties, responsibilities and skills is not intended to be all-inclusive and the employer reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as deemed necessary for the operational efficiency of the Sheriff's Office.
- Researches criminal histories to determine proper housing classification within prescribed guidelines; to determine an inmate's suitability for trusty status. Performs NCIC/FCIC and criminal history research verifications as required
- Maintains computer tracking databases for trustees and pre-trial intervention services
- Interviews inmates prior to initial appearance before the Courts; provides inmates with information regarding initial appearance process
- Accompanies inmates to initial appearances in Court; attends pre-court conferences in Judge's Chambers
- Reviews court docket for accuracy; prepares necessary paperwork for those inmates diverted to the pre-trial release program; informs inmates about the pre-trial release program and their responsibilities under said program; prepares case file on each inmate
- Coordinates and schedules various public works programs/activities utilizing inmates. Works closely with City and County representative to review proposed work sites, develop schedules, and order supplies in the implementation of programs
- Prepares statistical information/reports, tables, and charts related to inmate work programs
- Answers telephone inquiries regarding various Sheriff's Office inmate programs
- Performs all other duties as assigned or required
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED; Associate's Degree preferred
- Four (4) years responsible work experience in criminal justice field
- Consideration may be given to equivalent combination of related training, education and experience
- Must be able to type 30 correct words per minute. A typing test is required as part of the pre-screening process
- Must be able to obtain FCIC/NCIC certification within six (6) months of employment
- Internal applicants must have completed the Seminole County Sheriff's Office one (1) year probationary period
- Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other
Regular and prompt attendance is mandatory in the performance of an employee's duties for this position, to include scheduled work hours, and required training activities, calls for mandatory overtime needs and calls for service during times of an emergency.
Knowledge of criminal justice programming. Ability to work independently in carrying out assignments to completion; to make decisions based on factual data; to present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships co-workers, interagency personnel, and the general public.
Skill in the use of computers and Microsoft Office.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment for this position is generally in an office atmosphere. This position has direct inmate contact and works within the confines of a detention facility.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS
Mobility-Mostly sedentary work but some standing and walking; constant use of a computer
Visual-Constant overall vision; constant eye-hand coordination; frequent reading/close-up work
Dexterity-Frequent repetitive motion and reaching
Emotional/Psychological-Potential contact with hostile individuals; direct inmate contact, exposure to emergency situations; frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration
Special Requirements-Ability to behave respectably and with utmost integrity even when off duty. Shift work (days or nights) with rotating days off including working weekends, nights, holidays, and/or overtime; May be required to respond for any critical incident, manmade or natural
Classified Position
Seminole County Sheriff's Office
Human Resources Division
Sanford FL 32773
joyjackson@seminolesheriff.org
(407) 665-6499
Successful applicants will be required to complete and submit an entire employment application, which will be provided to the applicant by the Human Resources Division. The applicant will then submit to a thorough background investigation, which includes, but not limited to, past employment/education verification, driver license review, credit history, prior drug use history, arrest/conviction record, and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing. A certified examiner administers the CVSA with questions addressing illegal drug use and general questions of honesty and criminal history. Any dishonesty or deception on the Pre-Screen Questionnaire or Employment Application will disqualify your application.
The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background and position for which you've applied. Applicants selected for employment will be provided a conditional offer and required to submit to a medical examination with drug screening.
Candidates must also comply with the Agency's current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy. A copy of General Order 28 - Dress and Appearance can be accessed here. An applicant's tattoos and body ornamentation must be disclosed at the time of application and will be documented as part of the agency's review process, even if otherwise meeting the Agency's policy.
Applicants not selected for employment will receive notification from the Human Resources Division, to include justification based on the following disqualifiers: negative background, failure to meet minimum qualifications as outlined in the specific job description, or any additional information discovered during the interview process. Applicants will be eligible to reapply with the Seminole County Sheriff's Office after one year from date of notification.
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is committed to a diverse work force, is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly support our military veterans and their families, and encourage them to consider applying to agency job announcements for which they may qualify. Preference-Eligible Applicant service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additionally, certain Preference-Eligible Applicants may also be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment.
