Detention Deputy (Certified)

Starting SalaryStarting salary reflects the hourly rate at 2,080 hours per year; however sworn detention deputies work 12‑hour shifts for a total of 84 hours per pay period, which increases the base annual salary by four hours of overtime per pay period if all hours are worked.Less than 2 years experience – $26.74/hr ($55,619.20)2‑3 years experience – $28.08/hr ($58,406.40)3 or more years experience – $29.49/hr ($61,339.20)New employees have the option to select the higher starting pay (if eligible) or up to three (3) years credit toward career path enhancement.General DescriptionResponsible work dealing with persons under confinement, including the control, care, feeding and general welfare of inmates detained in the correctional facility.DutiesAdmit and release persons committed to the detention facility following legal applicationsPlace inmates under confinement in cells or other jail areas as directedResponsible for care, feeding, general welfare of inmates while confinedConduct fire or disaster drillsMaintain order and security of facility and maintain area of assignment in a clean, sanitary and orderly mannerAssign and direct inmates in work detail as requiredExercise reasonable and/or special care of action as needed or directed, in handling special or unusual inmates or other emergency situationsCheck inmates and cell area for contraband, escape attempts, unauthorized articles, weapons, etc.Search and remove all unauthorized articles or contraband of incoming prisonersMaintain logs and recordsTestify in court or appear as a witnessPerform related duties as requiredEssential Physical SkillsMust be able to meet physical standards as required by the department: stand, run, walk, stoop, crawl, bend, manual dexterity and implement defensive tactics.Environmental ConditionsPrimarily inside; some outside duty escorting or supervising inmates.Knowledge ofMathematical skillsLegal termsPrinciples of detention, parole and probationConstitutional lawAbility toApply crisis intervention techniquesDemonstrate interviewing, interrogation and courteous behaviorDefine legal termsAttain and maintain weapons proficiencyApply problem solving techniques and lawsApply court rules and trial proceduresRecall facts and informationApply forceApply search and seizure conceptsIdentify applicable civil and criminal liabilityOperate a motor vehicleMinimum QualificationsGraduation from high school or GED. Completion of minimum requirements as set out in Section 943.13, Florida Statutes.LicenseMust possess a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of hiring and maintain said license throughout employment.Supplemental InformationApplicants must submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, computer voice stress analyzer examination, and a Physical Assessment Evaluation (P.A.E.). Applicants who were previously employed or are currently employed in a TEA status or under employment contract must fulfill their contractual obligations with their current/former employer prior to employment consideration.CertificationMust possess active Florida Corrections Standards.BenefitsComprehensive benefits provided by the Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, leave, and more:Health Coverage with Blue Cross Blue Shield (3 plans) – cost listed is per month:HMO Plan 1 $115PPO Plan 1 $317HMO Plan 2 $41Employee Only – $78.50 freeFamily: $400.00, $550.00, $275.00Optional Flexible Spending Plan (pre‑tax)Health – Max $3,300 annually, deducted bi‑weeklyDependent Care – Max $5,000 annually, deducted bi‑weeklyDental Coverage – Blue Cross (Florida Combined Life)Vision Coverage – Humana VisionEmployee Only $6.08Employee & Spouse $12.18Employee & Child(ren) $14.38Family $20.32Employee Assistance Program – no cost to employee or family members$25,000 Unum Life and AD&D Insurance Policy provided free to employeesFlorida Retirement System Pension Plan – 3% cost to employee; 8 years vestedFlorida Retirement System Investment Plan – 3% cost to employee; 1 year vestedDeferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide – 15% employer match of contributions at the end of the calendar yearEmergency Leave PoolFree hepatitis B inoculation$25 annual wellness benefit for obtaining annual physical with physicianFree Teladoc appointmentsAdditional life and AD&D insurance (employee, spouse, child) available through Unum (paid by employee)Additional services from Legal Shield (paid by employee)Additional policies from Unum – accident, critical illness, hospitalization, STD, LTD, etc. (paid by employee)Tuition reimbursementFree gym facilities on‑siteNo state of Florida income tax11 paid holidays per year, 2.5x salary paid for all hours worked on a holiday, 8 hours paid for holidays not worked4 hours annual leave earned per pay period (increases after 4 years of employment)4 hours sick leave earned per pay periodCompensatory leave bank (Sworn Law Enforcement and Sworn Detention)Paid training opportunitiesPaid overtimeFree life insurance through Chubb with varying payout maximums (minimum $75,000)Double time and a half for all hours worked on a holidayAll uniforms and equipment providedTake‑home vehicle (after completion of FTO, depending on assignment and residence location)#J-18808-Ljbffr

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