What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrections Officer (Certified) - Corrections Division - Part Time position at County of Volusia, FL?
Salary : See Position Description
Location : FL 32124, FL
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 23-00188
Department : Public Protection
Opening Date : 07 / 27 / 2023
Major Functions
The County of Volusia is seeking Part Time Certified Corrections Officer for the Corrections Division. These positions are located in Daytona Beach, Florida; and will be responsible for providing custody, control, care and general welfare of inmates detained in the County Correctional Facilities.
- PART TIME CERTIFIED CORRECTIONS OFFICER
SALARY : 23.39Hourly
HOURS :
Part Time employees are expected to work 20-30 hours a week.
Illustrative Duties
NOTE : These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. )
Minimum Requirements
Pre-Employment and Physical Abilities Test
Nicotine Statement
Emergency Activations
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
ADA REQUIREMENTS :
Mental Demands : Ability to read and comprehend technical, legal, and professional journals and manuals; reports, summaries, laws, statutes and procedures. Ability to perform basic mathematical functions. Ability to apply rules, procedures, laws to real life situations including emergencies. Ability to speak clearly and concisely in English. Ability to write detailed reports, summaries, instructions relaying information in English. Ability to analyze situations for potential infractions, dangers.
Physical Demands : Ability to effectively see, hear, talk, run, walk, lift 150 pounds without assistance, pull, push, drag, grasp, feel, finger dexterity, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb. Ability to sit, stand and balance for extended periods of time. The use of personal devices (corrective lenses, hearing aids) are permitted as long as the individual can effectively defend himself / herself with / without the device. Ability to react immediately, both physically and mentally, to emergency situations. Visual acuity (peripheral vision, depth perception, color acuity) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle.
Environmental Demands : Primarily inside work. Exposure to confined, closed spaces on a continuous basis. Exposure to heights (towers). Ability to withstand indoor / outdoor climate changes such as heat, humidity, sunlight, rain, and cold for extended time. Ability to withstand infrequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions (fumes, chemical sprays, human waste, odors, noises).
Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes :
HEALTH INSURANCE
RETIREMENT
SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE
PAID TIME OFF
HOLIDAYS
The County of Volusia observes the following holidays annually :
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.
NOTE : Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the appropriate sections on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.
Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?
Are you a United States citizen as required per F.S. 943.13?
Are you eighteen (18) years of age or older?
Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license?
If you answered no to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license at the time of hire if selected for the position?
Do you hold a current Corrections Certification issued by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission?
If you answered yes to the previous questions; please list the name of the academy you attended and the date of completion. If you answered no please indicate N / A.
Tobacco Policy An individual who fails the nicotine portion of the drug screen, but successfully passes all the other screening areas, may be eligible for hire and will have one (1) year from the date of hire to quit using any nicotine products as a condition of employment. The individual being hired is responsible for the cost of the cessation program but may utilize county provided health insurance and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) to assist in the cessation.
IMPORTANT BACKGROUND NOTICE :
Due to the sensitive nature of this position, APPLICANTS WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING MAY BE DISQUALIFIED from employment :
1.) Use of illegal drugs,
2.) Felony convictions,
3.) Misdemeanor convictions (will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis),
4.) Living with a convicted felon,
5.) Registered sex offender or career criminal,
6.) Past affiliation with gangs or known gang members,
7.) Poor employment references / history,
8.) Criminal history.
EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS :
All the information regarding the hiring process is sent via email. Due to some security features from certain email providers; automated messages may go to your spam folder. Please ensure to check all of the folders in your email account for any email messages the county may send to you.
Where did you hear about this position?
If you answered "other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source. Otherwise please indicate N / A.
Required Question
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