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Alachua County Sheriff's Office

Detention Officer Recruit BRC#177

gainesville, FL

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Training Position For Alachua County Sheriff's Office Detention Officer/Detention DeputyA training position involving attendance at a recognized Correctional academy for the express purpose of becoming an Alachua County Sheriff's Office Detention Officer/Detention Deputy. This position requires commitment, diligence and initiative. Work is performed under the supervision of the Training Bureau Sergeants. Performance is evaluated through observation and grades obtained.Examples Of DutiesAttend and successfully complete the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Corrections Basic Recruit courseMeet all standards required for employment at the Alachua County Sheriff's OfficeAttend academy/work shifts promptly on a continual basis*This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of specific job function or tasks does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent to the position.Typical QualificationsEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:High School/GED - RequiredAssociate's Degree - PreferredBachelor's Degree - PreferredPreferred Major(s): Criminal Justice, Psychology, or other related fieldEXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:Experience in the criminal justice field is preferredCERTIFICATION AND LICENSING:Current, valid Florida driver's licenseOTHER REQUIREMENTS:Must be 18 years of ageMust pass all current ACSO testing and background processesMust be willing to enter into an employee training agreement regarding length of ACSO employmentMust meet or exceed all applicable physical agility standards required by ACSOPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sit/stand for extended periodsSee/hear at a normal rangeAmbulate independentlyLift/carry 150+ poundsPush/pull moderate to heavy loadsBend and squatManual dexterityDrive a vehiclePass any required physical testing mandated by ACSO and/or CJSTCKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesSpeak, read, write, and understand English fluentlyGood knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spellingAbility to learn material presented at the AcademyAbility to analyze problems quickly and effectivelyAbility to apply modern law enforcement principles/procedures to solve practical problemsAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to comprehend and follow instructions/ordersBenefitsWe offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who work 20 hours or more a week. These benefits include health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending account, and life insurance. Holidays, vacation, and sick leave hours are provided to all full-time employees. A detailed breakdown of our benefits can be found here. We also offer cutting edge and comprehensive training available for law enforcement. The Alachua County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Alachua County Sheriff's Office gives preference in employment/appointment to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants with disabilities will be reasonably accommodated in the application process. Minorities and protected classes are encouraged to apply.

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gainesville, FL, 32601, US

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