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Law Enforcement Deputy
The class specification of a Deputy Sheriff is an entry-level position that consists of both routine and complex law enforcement responsibilities.
A competitive starting salary of $45,000 per year
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- Must be a Florida certified law enforcement officer or dual certified meeting all requirements for certification by Florida CJSTC.
- Must be a U.S. citizen at least 19 years of age
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED
- Must have a good driving record and a current Florida driver’s license or ability to obtain one
- Must submit to a polygraph and psychological screening
- Must submit to a complete physical exam including drug screen and EKG if offered employment
- Must not have been convicted of a DUI or any reduced charge of reckless driving. Other driving history will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Must not have been convicted of a felony.
- No marijuana use within the last two years. No illegal drug use (scheduled narcotic) over the past three years. All other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
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Academy Sponsorship - Law Enforcement Deputy
Competitive candidates are encouraged to apply for a limited number of paid sponsorships to a law enforcement academy. A strong candidate has a good work history and clean background. The applicant must have completed/passed the Basic Abilities Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement in order to qualify for this position. BAT/PAT results must be submitted with required documents. Recruits hired for sponsorships to the law enforcement academy attend the program at Indian River State College, Criminal Justice Institute or the Law Enforcement Academy at Eastern Florida State College. These are academically and physically challenging programs lasting 22-24 weeks. During periods of class recess, the recruit performs various duties for the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office. Academy graduates are reclassified from Deputy Trainees to Deputy Sheriffs after completing an extensive Field Training program covering all high liability areas, including driving, shooting, defensive tactics, agency policy and procedures and one-on-one training and evaluation with a certified Field Training Officer. Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of laws and regulations. This work involves an element of personal danger and frequent contact with the public during routine and emergency situations. Deadline for submission of completed applications is October 15, 2021. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Starting Salary $29,802. Salary will be increased to $45,000 upon successful completion of IRCSO Field Training program.
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- Good verifiable work history.
- Accredited High school or GED diploma (a certificate of completion is not acceptable).
- Must be able to comprehend and communicate fluently in verbal and written English.
- At least 21 years of age.
- U.S. Citizen.
- Valid driver's license for the last year.
- Must not have been convicted of a DUI or any reduced charge of reckless driving. Other driving history will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Must not have been convicted of a felony.
- Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral character, false statements, perjury or domestic violence.
- Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces.
- No marijuana use within the last two years. No illegal drug use (scheduled narcotic) over the past three years. All other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Good physical condition.
Responsibilities
- Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of laws and regulations. This work involves an element of personal danger and frequent contact with the public during routine and emergency situations.
Working Conditions
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may encounter the following chemicals, fumes, toxic substances, dogs/animals, insects, noise, vibrations, slippery surfaces, lightning, explosives, oil, tobacco, smoke, radiation, radar, allergenic substances, electrical hazards, possible burns, confined or cramped body position for extended periods, irregular or extended work hours, irregular eating and sleeping schedules, bodily injury, contact with blood, bodily fluids, infectious or contagious diseases. Ability to work and function in a variety of weather conditions that can quickly change. Weather conditions may include but are not limited to any combination of the following: humidity, low temperatures, high temperatures, heavy rain, exposure to sun, sudden temperature changes, hail, high winds, tornadoes, flooding, and hurricanes, etc. Ability to walk, run in various terrains that can quickly change. Various terrains may be encountered including high grass, woods, ditches, muck, sand, and small hills, as well as water sources such as lakes, rivers, and streams. Depending on assignment the employee may be required to work evening, midnight and/or weekend shifts. Shift times may vary.
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Deputy Trainee - Law Enforcement
The applicant must be currently registered or enrolled at a Basic Law Enforcement Academy within the State of Florida and completed/passed the Basic Abilities Test (BAT) for Law Enforcement in order to qualify for this position. The applicant agrees to attend all classes and labs required to successfully pass the curricula of the Basic Recruit Law Enforcement Academy and pass the FDLE State of Florida certification examination. During periods of class recess, the applicant agrees to perform various duties for the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office. The selected candidate must be able to pay for the Basic Law Enforcement Academy tuition and fees via self-sponsorship or, if applicable use their GI Bill. The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office shall not be responsible for any Basic Law Enforcement Academy costs. Academy graduates are reclassified from Deputy Trainees to Deputy Sheriffs after completing an extensive Field Training program covering all high liability areas, including driving, shooting, defensive tactics, agency policy and procedures and one-on-one training and evaluation with a certified Field Training Officer.
Starting Salary $29,802. Salary will be increased to $45,000 upon successful completion of IRCSO Field Training program.
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- Must be actively enrolled in law enforcement academy.
- Good Verifiable Work History.
- Accredited High school or GED diploma (a certificate of completion is not acceptable).
- Must be able to comprehend and communicate fluently in verbal and written English.
- At least 19 years of age.
- U.S. Citizen.
- Valid driver's license for the last year.
- Must not have been convicted of a DUI or any reduced charge of reckless driving. Other driving history will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Must not have been convicted of a felony.
- Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral character, false statements, perjury or domestic violence.
- Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces.
- No marijuana use within the last two years. No illegal drug use (scheduled narcotic) over the past three years. All other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Good physical condition.
Responsibilities
- Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of laws and regulations. This work involves an element of personal danger and frequent contact with the public during routine and emergency situations.
Working Conditions
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may encounter the following chemicals, fumes, toxic substances, dogs/animals, insects, noise, vibrations, slippery surfaces, lightning, explosives, oil, tobacco, smoke, radiation, radar, allergenic substances, electrical hazards, possible burns, confined or cramped body position for extended periods, irregular or extended work hours, irregular eating and sleeping schedules, bodily injury, contact with blood, bodily fluids, infectious or contagious diseases. Ability to work and function in a variety of weather conditions that can quickly change. Weather conditions may include but are not limited to any combination of the following: humidity, low temperatures, high temperatures, heavy rain, exposure to sun, sudden temperature changes, hail, high winds, tornadoes, flooding, and hurricanes, etc. Ability to walk, run in various terrains that can quickly change. Various terrains may be encountered including high grass, woods, ditches, muck, sand, and small hills, as well as water sources such as lakes, rivers, and streams. Depending on assignment the employee may be required to work evening, midnight and/or weekend shifts. Shift times may vary.
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Equivalency of Training (EOT) Sponsorship - Law Enforcement Deputy
Out-of-state officers, federal officers and previously certified Florida officers with a four year or more, not exceeding eight year, break-in-service pursuant to section 943.13(2a), Florida Statutes and Rule 11B-35.009(3) or (4), Florida Administrative Code or for persons who served as a member of the special operations forces pursuant to section 943.131(2)(b), F.S. and Rule 11B-35.009(5), F.A.C. are encouraged to apply for a paid sponsorship to attend an Equivalency of Training Program at Eastern Florida State College. A strong candidate has a good work history and clean background.
Starting Salary $29,802. Salary will be increased to $45,000 upon successful completion of IRCSO Field Training program.
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- To be eligible for this program, the applicant must present the FDLE approved Equivalency of Training CJSTC form 76 to Eastern Florida State College.
- The applicant may request an exemption from some basic level training courses. Training and employment documentation must be submitted to Eastern Florida State College for an equivalency of training review.
- Documentation must reflect one (1) year, full-time prior law enforcement experience and successful completion in all of the minimum primary training areas.
- Good Verifiable Work History.
- Accredited High school or GED diploma (a certificate of completion is not acceptable).
- Must be able to comprehend and communicate fluently in verbal and written English.
- At least 21 years of age.
- U.S. Citizen.
- Valid driver's license for the last year.
- Must not have been convicted of a DUI or any reduced charge of reckless driving. Other driving history will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Must not have been convicted of a felony.
- Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral character, false statements, perjury or domestic violence.
- Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces.
- No marijuana use within the last two years. No illegal drug use (scheduled narcotic) over the past three years. All other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Good physical condition.
Responsibilities
- Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of laws and regulations. This work involves an element of personal danger and frequent contact with the public during routine and emergency situations.
Working Conditions
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may encounter the following chemicals, fumes, toxic substances, dogs/animals, insects, noise, vibrations, slippery surfaces, lightning, explosives, oil, tobacco, smoke, radiation, radar, allergenic substances, electrical hazards, possible burns, confined or cramped body position for extended periods, irregular or extended work hours, irregular eating and sleeping schedules, bodily injury, contact with blood, bodily fluids, infectious or contagious diseases. Ability to work and function in a variety of weather conditions that can quickly change. Weather conditions may include but are not limited to any combination of the following: humidity, low temperatures, high temperatures, heavy rain, exposure to sun, sudden temperature changes, hail, high winds, tornadoes, flooding, and hurricanes, etc. Ability to walk, run in various terrains that can quickly change. Various terrains may be encountered including high grass, woods, ditches, muck, sand, and small hills, as well as water sources such as lakes, rivers, and streams. Depending on assignment the employee may be required to work evening, midnight and/or weekend shifts. Shift times may vary.
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Corrections Deputy
The class specification of a Corrections Deputy is an entry-level position that consists of both routine and complex Corrections work maintaining care, custody and control of an inmate population.
A competitive starting salary of $45,000
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- Must be a Florida certified Corrections Officer.
- Must meet requirements of Florida Statutes 943.13.
- Must have attained a passing time on the Physical Abilities Test within the last two (2) years, must successfully complete a background investigation to include, but not limited to: driver’s license history; credit check; drug screening; psychological; and medical evaluation.
- Must not have been convicted of a DUI or any reduced charge of reckless driving. Other driving history will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- Must not have been convicted of a felony.
- No marijuana use within the last two years. No illegal drug use (scheduled narcotic) over the past three years. All other drug usage will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
Skills
- Ability to make decisions.
- Ability to adapt.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to learn.
- Ability to follow instructions both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interact with others.
- Ability to maintain high ethics.
- Ability to maintain personal hygiene.
- Ability to develop and maintain physical agility and strength.
Working Conditions
- Various indoor and outdoor environments.
- Subject to being called out for emergencies. Shift work.
- May occasionally be called on to work long hours.
- Hazards include all dangers associated with corrections environment, including possible severe physical injury or death.
- Subject to physical and mental abuse from numerous sources.
- Potential physical exposures might be, but not limited to noise, temperature variances, and bodily injury.
- Chemical exposures might include, but not limited to: acids, narcotics, pepper spray.
- Potential biological exposures might be, but not limited to viruses, bacteria, AIDS, TB, Hepatitis, blood or any other communicable diseases.
- The repetitive foot movements required uses both feet 3-4 hours a day.
- The hands used for repetitive action would be affected by whether the individual was left or right handed. It includes simple/light grasping and fine dexterity for 7 hours a day.
- Movements associated with the duties and responsibilities are: bend/stoop continuously for 7 hours a day, squat repeatedly for 5 - 6 hours a day, reach above shoulder level, crouch, kneel, balancing and pushing/pulling frequently for 3 - 4 hours a day, crawl and climb occasionally for 1 - 2 hours a day.
- The weight that could be lifted during the course of performing the duties and responsibilities are zero to 10 pounds continuously for 7 hours a day; 11 to over 100 pounds occasionally for 1 - 2 hours a day, depending on the activity.
- Working on unprotected heights and uneven ground.
- Being around moving machinery and equipment.
- Exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity.
- Driving automotive equipment.
- Wearing of personal protective equipment such as bullet proof vest, rubber gloves, impact weapons, ear plugs and eye protection.
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Call Taker / Public Safety Dispatcher
This position is responsible for screening, entering and relaying/routing calls for service for emergency and non-emergency calls for service in a 911 dispatch center, including dispatching of Fire-EMS and Police Calls for service. Applicants for this position must have excellent computer skills. Applicants for this position must be capable of working under stress or in high pressure situations. Applicants for this position must be able to react quickly and calmly and make sound decisions in emergency situations. Prior to acceptance of application, you must pass a typing and Criticall test.
Starting salary of $31,000; Salary increased to $40,000 upon completion of training
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- Excellent background.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must be able to work 12 hour shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to work any required shift.
- Advanced computer skills are required.
- This position requires that you take a typing test and receive a score of 30 words per minute with a 92% accuracy rate.
- Must be capable of working under stress or in high pressure situations.
- Must be able to react quickly and calmly and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
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Civilian Corrections Assistant
The class specification for the position of Civilian Corrections Assistant performs a variety of duties, including the following assignments: Security and maintenance of Control Rooms, Booking area and Visitation Center.
A competitive starting salary of $27,540 per year
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- Excellent background.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must be able to work required shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
- Basic knowledge of computers is required.
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Court Scheduling Assistant
This is an entry level position responsible for clerical duties within the Court Services Unit of the Judicial Services Section. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to entering and dispatching on-site calls, monitoring all security cameras in the facility, logging deputies on duty and off duty in the duty log, and monitoring alarm boards in the security area. The examples of work listed in the job description are not necessarily descriptive of all responsibilities. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
Starting salary $25,500
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Basic knowledge of computers.
- DAVID/FCIC/NCIC/CJIS Certifications (may be obtained shortly after; if selected for the position).
Skills
- Knowledge of the principles of correct grammar.
- Ability to sort data alphabetically, numerically, and categorically.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships.
- Ability to listen.
Working Conditions
- Pleasant office environment.
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Mental Health Case Worker
The class specification for the position of Mental Health Case Worker for the Sheriff's Office is a highly responsible position within the Corrections Administration Division. Responsibilities of the Mental Health Case Worker include meeting with individuals who may be eligible for Mental Health Court (MHC), and preparing MHC assessments and implementing court approved treatment plans for MHC referred participants who are not currently involved in or eligible for traditional case management services. The Mental Health Case Worker will provide direct care for participants who are not currently involved in or eligible for traditional case management services until traditional services can be engaged. This includes, but not limited to, assisting participants with entitlements, scheduling psychiatric appointments, helping participants obtain transitional housing (if applicable), meeting with participants on a weekly basis, assessing and encouraging compliance, assisting transition eligible participants into permanent stable housing, preparing discharge and aftercare plans. Performs all work in compliance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. The Mental Health Case Worker performs general administrative/office duties as required, including, but not limited to attending meetings, preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, entering computer data, maintaining records & data, etc. The Mental Health Case Worker will perform specialized tasks and projects as assigned by the Mental Health Court Coordinator, Deputy Chief of the Department of Corrections or designee. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
A competitive starting salary of $34,680
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, criminal justice, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or related human services field and one year full time or equivalent experience working with adults experiencing serious mental illness; or
- Associate’s degree from an accredited university or college and three years full time experience working with adults experiencing serious mental illness.
- Must have a valid and current Florida Driver’s License with no more than six points in the past three years.
- Minimum 1 year experience working with mentally ill clients.
Skills
- Ability to learn the Sheriff’s organization, functions, and policies and procedures.
- Ability to learn and apply Federal, State and County laws and regulations regarding the judicial process.
- Considerable knowledge of business English, arithmetic, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
- Ability to prepare, analyze, verify, adjust and maintain a variety records, compile data and prepare reports from such records.
- Ability to meet with MHC participants after a referral is made to MHC and assess the participant’s current needs. Ability to complete MHC assessments and treatment plans and convey those plans to the MHC team.
- Ability to provide direct services to participants who do not currently have a traditional case manager. These services include: entitlement applications or reinstatement, coordination or referrals to necessary services such as psychiatric and medical care. Prepare prescription assistance applications, and referral for drug screens and other resources/services. Encourages participant’s compliance with recommended services.
- Ability to assist participants with housing that best meets the identified needs. If appropriate utilize transitional housing until permanent housing can be obtained (must understand housing options to include: Shelter Plus Care, HUD, and any other available housing grants).
- Ability to communicate all information with MHC team members by utilizing the MHC database, identify any problems or gaps in services, develop a plan to address gaps. Ability to attend court hearings and staff meetings with MHC team.
- Ability to complete discharge and aftercare plans with participants, work on all services outlined in aftercare plan so participants are well suited to successfully complete MHC.
- Demonstrates effective work planning skills. Displays time management strategies resulting in increased efficiency and productivity of work.
- Skill and ability to operate with appropriate speed and accuracy a personal computer, printer, and file maintenance software and standard office business machines including a typewriter, copier, calculator and fax.
- Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form and understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with other Sheriff’s Office employees, MHC Team Members, and Courthouse personnel.
- Working knowledge of the goals and focuses of the Sheriff’s Office and the Mental Health Court team.
- Working knowledge of a random drug screening process with the ability to implement such process for the Mental Health Court.
- Knowledge of community resources and ability to match clients with proper services.
- Ability to seek potential grant funding for clients or MH Program.
Working Conditions
- • Office setting, field work, attending public meetings.
• The job requirements include sitting, standing and walking.
• Movements associated with the duties and responsibilities are: bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder level, crouch, kneel, balancing and pushing/pulling as necessary.
• The weight that could be lifted during the course of performing the duties and responsibilities are from zero to 50 pounds depending on the activity.
• The repetitive foot movements required include both right and left foot 3 - 4 hours a day.
• The hands used for repetitive action would be affected by whether the individual was left or right handed. It includes simple/light grasping 7 hours a day, firm/strong grasping 1 - 2 hours a day and fine dexterity 7 hours a day.
• The job may require working in changes in temperature and humidity.
• Frequent concentration on activity where flow of work is intermittent.
• May occasionally work long hours.
• Hazards may include all dangers associated with Corrections.
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Classification Specialist
This class specification for the position of Classification Specialist is responsible for advanced clerical work, which involves intermediately complex work methods in data entry, review, evaluation and retrieval as it relates to the facilities Classification System. Requires the performance of a wide range of general corrections duties to include items such as but not limited to calculating inmates gain time, calculating release dates, inmate transfers, trustee positions, housing assignments, inmate discipline, and various other related work as required and assigned. Work involves decision making according to predetermined guidelines under general supervision.
Starting Salary $30,600
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to read and comprehend court documents.
- Ability to make calculations pertaining to inmate gain time, discipline and other related items.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to maintain a high level of motivation and innovation.
- Ability to maintain high ethics.
- Prompt and regular job attendance is an essential job function.
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Registered Nurse
The position of Registered Nurse is responsible for administering medical services to inmates incarcerated within the detention facility, under direct or indirect supervision.
A competitive starting salary of $61,200
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Current Florida RN license.
- Ability to work shifts.
Responsibilities
- Perform general health care duties.
- React properly to on-view situations.
- Have personal contact and interact with inmates to promote health, safety and tranquility within the housing units.
- Prepare and distribute medication in accordance with established procedures.
- Perform medical assessments of new inmates upon arrival to the facility.
- Medically screen inmates.
- Prepare written evaluations on all inmates placed on fifteen minute watches, to include special risk, mental health and withdrawal.
- Related work as required.
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Licensed Practical Nurse
The position of Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for administering medical services to inmates incarcerated within the detention facility, under direct or indirect supervision.
A competitive starting salary of $44,880
Qualifications / Prerequisites
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Current Florida LPN license
- Ability to work shifts.
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