Detention Technician

1. High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.
2. Six (6) months full-time paid work experience in clerical, data entry, public contact and/or customer service work.
3. Experience or training involving jail operations, detention, security, police aide work, or explorer program preferred.
4. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented for consideration.

Special Requirements

1. Compliance with requirement to adhere to uniformed dress code criteria.
2. Continued employment is contingent upon the ability to participate in and satisfactorily complete within the initial probationary period the established in-house training program.

Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to perform security work within the Department of Detention. Work involves controlling access to and within the detention facility/housing unit of the Broward County Sheriff’s Office.   Employees coordinate and document all movement within the detention facility/housing unit on an assigned shift. Position monitors closed circuit television cameras, telephones, alarm systems, intercom panels and/or control panel doors. Work involves maintaining strict adherence to rules and regulations and safety/security procedures. Work assignments and instructions are received from an administrative superior who reviews work methods and results through observation, reports and conferences. Performs related work as directed.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

  

Ensures the proper operation of all electronic functioning doors, security devices/alarms; controls access to and within the detention facility/housing unit.

 

Alerts certified personnel to conditions or circumstances which may inhibit the efficient operations of the facility; provides recommendations for resolution as appropriate.

 

Monitors closed circuit television cameras, telephones, alarm systems, intercom panels and/or control panel doors. 

 

Coordinates and documents all movement, maintains accurate entries in electronic and/or handwritten logbooks.  

 

Maintains strict adherence to rules and regulations and safety/security procedures.

 

Monitors and maintains visual and verbal contact with the housing unit Deputy to ensure safety and security.

 

Accountable for all keys, restraining devices and all other emergency equipment assigned to the post.

  

Monitors in-house radio transmissions to maintain an awareness of activities in other areas of the assigned facility.

 

Receives security calls or security checks from designated posts. 

  

Alerts appropriate personnel of security violations and potentially threatening situations. 

 

Controls exit and entry to doors, hallways, elevators, and sally ports.

 

Contacts designated personnel in case of an emergency. 

 

Reviews procedures for response to emergency situations.        

                                

Controls and monitors access to and movement within the detention facility by operating remote control panels for gates and doors.

 

Checks identification of all persons entering/exiting controlled areas. 

 

Monitors safety of deputies, visitors, and inmates.

 

Generates work orders for nonworking equipment. 

 

Serves as a communications liaison in the event of an emergency in the detention facility/housing unit.

 

Communicate with inmates in housing units via the intercom system to direct, advise and provide verbal commands to assist deputies maintain order and ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.

 

Uses a computer terminal for data input and retrieval of various inmate information, as applicable to assigned functional area.

 

Employees in this classification are assigned to work shifts which will include weekends, holidays, and extended emergency activation events (i.e. hurricanes).  Employees must have the ability to work any shift and engage in flexible work assignments that can include voluntary and/or mandatory overtime to meet agency needs.

  

Performs related duties as directed.

Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds).  Tasks may involve extended periods of time standing or sitting at a workstation. Tasks are performed in a detention environment where proper provisions are in place in terms of employee security and protection. Due to the nature and location of the work environment, tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements consistent with routine conditions in a detention detainment environment, e.g., loud noise, pathogens, violent behavior.

  

While an integral part of the security staff, position does not have regular physical contact with inmates; however, indirect contact might occur during normal operational activity.

Broward Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff’s Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
 
BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.

Salary : $39,611 - $58,523