What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classification Specialist position at Pinellas County, FL - Sheriff's Office?
Salary : $50,094.00 - $72,636.00 Annually
Location : Pinellas County, FL
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 202400067
Bureau : Support & Health Services Bureau
Cost Center : 7430 - Classification Section
Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2024
Nature of Work
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is seeking to fill a vacancy of Classification Specialist.
This position is scheduled for 8 hours, 5 days a week, with 2 consecutive days off. There is a day shift, evening shift, and an overnight shift. You must be able to accommodate all shifts.
Under the general direction of a Classification Shift Supervisor, performs work of a responsible and professional nature related to the classification and reclassification of inmates housed in the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Department of Detention and Corrections. Work is performed in accordance with Sheriff's Office rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Member exercises independent judgment in assigning appropriate inmate housing and must possess good interpersonal communication skills. The Classification Specialist functions in cooperation with Inmate Records, Medical, Programs and security staff. Work is reviewed through observation and results obtained.
Shift work required.
SUPERVISES OTHERS : No
- Interviews inmates within 72 hours of admission to the Pinellas County Jail and at least once, thirty (30) days thereafter
- Exercises judgment in the classification and reclassification of inmates, as it pertains to custody level, sexual violence propensity, special handling, housing and program participation
- Monitors inmate behavior during the classification process
- Sets priorities and organizes workload in an effective and efficient manner
- Prepares daily housing and availability reports
- Reclassifies inmates based on documented changes in behavior, attitude, custody status, program participation, or upon additional verifiable information
- Activates, maintains and updates inmate classification records
- Authorizes the reassignment of inmates from housing units and facilities and coordinates such movement with affected staff
- Provides information and assistance pertaining to inmate classification
- Provides court testimony when required
- Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position
- This position is considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, will be required to report to work
- Participates in Sheriff's Office recruitment and community relations activities as directed
This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Physical Abilities
The physical abilities listed below are estimates of time spent during a typical work day to perform essential functions and responsibilities. Members in this position may be required to :
We offer a complete benefits package to full and part-time employees.
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This position is located within the jail. Describe your comfort level being in the jail facility interacting with inmates?
I understand this position works 8 hour shifts, 5 consecutive days. Furthermore, I understand the shift I am assigned is subject to a biannual seniority based bidding process.
This position is an essential role within the agency, requiring members to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays according to their assigned shift and based on agency need. Are you available to work this schedule?
I understand this position is considered essential and, in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, will be required to report to work.
I understand I may not have more than three active civilian applications. Furthermore, I acknowledge I may not apply for Deputy / Deputy Recruit while I have an open application for a civilian position.
To remain in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office must determine if it is necessary and / or possible to provide reasonable accommodations to all potential employees. Ensure you have read and thoroughly understand the job description and requirements of the position for which you are applying.
Can you perform the essential functions of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation?
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Salary : $50,094 - $72,636
