Detention Assistant Salary $24,211.20 - $27,331.20 Annually Location Corrections Department - Pensacola, FL Job Type Full-Time Regular Department Corrections Department Job Number 2018 - JDA Closing 8/22/2018 11:59 PM Central Description This class performs routine incidental keyboarding and duties involving monitoring, processing inmate related paperwork, and controlling facility access. The work site for this position is the Jail. This is a "mandatory testing" position that requires Drug Testing. Examples of Duties Provides information by phone or in person to the public regarding a variety of issues, which may include: charges, court dates, visiting hours, and/or other related items. Performs a variety of release desk activities, which may include: working with bondsmen on the release of inmates; receiving deposits and issuing receipts from inmate money; preparing bonds and ensuring appropriate information is properly recorded; reviewing, verifying, and completing inmate release paperwork; communicate release instructions to inmates; and/or, performing other related activities. Performs inmate processing, which may include: obtains fingerprints, photographs, and warrant checks; pre-booking new arrest reports; preparing files for newly arrested individuals; monitoring arrestees in holding areas; preparing and collecting arrestee property; assigning inmate cells; disseminating arrestee information to appropriate individual(s); and/or, performing other related activities. Prepares files and folders containing a variety of information on arrestees. Enters a variety of information related to arrestees, inmates, and/or other applicable information into logs, record books, spreadsheets, and/or databases; prepares related reports and disseminates to appropriate individual(s). Receives, reviews, and/or documents a variety of paperwork and information checking for accuracy and completeness of information; notifies appropriate individuals of pertinent information. Controls access into and out of designated areas; monitors surveillance monitors and notifies appropriate individuals of suspicious activities. Receives, inspects, inventories, records, and/or releases arrestee personal property. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Positions assigned to Court Security may be responsible for: Attending court and taking dispositions; Coordinating court functions with other divisions and agencies. Positions assigned to Inmate Records may be responsible for: Calculating and documenting gain time awarded to inmates; Preparing and issuing certified letters of incarceration; Scheduling conference rooms for depositions. Qualifications Training and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.), and one year of clerical and customer service experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Licensing and Certifications: None Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Customer service principles. Filing principles and practices. Data entry techniques. Basic bookkeeping principles and practices. Using computers and related software applications. Providing customer service. Filing. Keyboarding. Using modern office equipment. Handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Maintaining organization. Maintaining databases. Adhering to technical procedures and regulations. Maintaining accurate records and logs. Reading and writing to receive and/or convey information accurately. Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. Supplemental Information Physical Requirements: Positions in this class typically require : Balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving odors, blood and other bodily fluids, and intense noises. Benefits/Compensation Package: ? Medical / Dental / Vision plans ? Prescription coverage ? Employee health clinic ? Employee fitness centers ? Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan ? Deferred Compensation Plan ? Flexible Spending Account(s) ? Employee Assistance Program ? Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO) ? Group Life Insurance Employees have flexibility in choosing a benefit package that meets their personal needs. Escambia County employee benefits include: Medical, dental and vision insurance options Florida Retirement System Paid time off Tax savings through flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care needs Tuition reimbursement assistance No cost Employee Assistance program Voluntary benefits are also available 01 I understand that I am not to list a sitting Escambia County Commissioner as a reference and will not contact any Commissioner about this job posting. Should I list such reference, I understand my application will be rejected. Yes, I understand. No, I do not understand. 02 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent? Yes No 03 Do you have the required minimum of one year of clerical and customer service experience? Yes No 04 If yes, please explain. NOTE: All relevant experience must be listed in the "Work Experience" section of this application. If none, type N/A 05 Are you a current internal Escambia County BCC employee? (For recruitment purposes temps, volunteers and contract employees are considered external applicants.) Yes No Required Question Agency Escambia County Address 221 Palafox Place HR Suite 200 Pensacola, Florida, 32502-5835 Phone (850) 595-3000 Out-of-Area: (866) 609-0603 (850) 595-3000 Out-of-Area: (866) 609-0603 Website