Detention Officer Recruit BRC#177

A 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. Attend and successfully complete the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Corrections Basic Recruit course Meet all standards required for employment at the Alachua County Sheriff's Office Attend 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. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: High School/GED Required Associate's Degree Preferred Bachelor's Degree Preferred Preferred Major(s): Criminal Justice, Psychology, or other related field EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Experience in the criminal justice field is preferred CERTIFICATION AND LICENSING: Current, valid Florida driver’s license OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be 18 years of age Must pass all current ACSO testing and background processes Must be willing to enter into an employee training agreement regarding length of ACSO employment Must meet or exceed all applicable physical agility standards required by ACSO PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sit/stand for extended periods See/hear at a normal range Ambulate independently Lift/carry 150+ pounds Push/pull moderate to heavy loads Bend and squat Manual dexterity Drive a vehicle Pass any required physical testing mandated by ACSO and/or CJSTC Speak, read, write, and understand English fluently Good knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling Ability to learn material presented at the Academy Ability to analyze problems quickly and effectively Ability to apply modern law enforcement principles/procedures to solve practical problems Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Ability to comprehend and follow instructions/orders