Description

This position is essential and is required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.

Summary

Performs complex administrative, analytical, and professional work to help the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office achieve the highest professional standards, engage in continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with the standards of leading accrediting agencies.

Examples of Duties

Essential Responsibilities

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Keeps the mission, vision, and values of the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office at the forefront of decision making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives; maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.

Oversees the accreditation process, including assessments; evaluates and reports the efficiency and effectiveness of the accreditation program.

Plans and monitors the on-site assessments and maintains appropriate records relating to accreditation activities.

Responsible for maintaining all files for compliance with the accreditation process.

Conducts employee orientation training regarding the accreditation process.

Writes and/or reviews all new and revised policies to ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Acts as a liaison between Law Enforcement administration, other employees and outside agencies in all accreditation efforts.

Assists with special projects and assignments by conducting research and planning and assists with presentations as needed.

Represents the Sheriff’s Office at local, regional, and national conferences and meetings related to the accreditation process.

Maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.

Maintains, enforces and makes recommendations as it relates to the Corrective Diversion Process for employees. This includes the retention and maintenance of records as it relates to the process.

Reviews and approves the completed work assignments of employees, leave requests and

timesheets.

Counsels employees to improve work productivity and conducts progressive discipline within agency guidelines.

Makes recommendations and conducts inspections to further the continuous improvement of the organization.

Performs Other Duties And Responsibilities As Directed.

May be subject to random drug testing.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must pass a comprehensive background/character investigation, medical examination, drug screening, and polygraph examination; fingerprinting will be required.

Education And/Or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Administration, Police Sciences, Public Administration, Records Management, or closely related field preferred.

Three (3) years of accreditation and compliance experience in the law enforcement field; or equivalent education and experience.

Two years of supervisory experience in the accreditation and compliance field preferred.

If applicant served in the military, an honorable discharge is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Possession of valid Florida driver's license and maintenance of a clean driving record required.

Knowledge, Skills & Ability

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc. (CFA), Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission (FCAC), Florida Model Jail Standards (FMJS), National Commission on Correctional Healthcare (NCCHC) standards and the accreditation process.

Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement management, operation, administration, and equipment.

Thorough knowledge of agency policies and procedures and state and local laws/ordinances.

Thorough knowledge of statistical analysis and business arithmetic.

Knowledge of demographic and geographic characteristics of the community.

Knowledge of general office policies, procedures, and practices.

Knowledge of proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Skill in proof-reading documents and making appropriate corrections.

Skill to training and provide technical support required in order to maintain compliance and preparedness for accreditation.

Skill to keep the agency in compliance. Skill in research, including Internet-based.

Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.

Skill in the use of office equipment, including computers and various software applications related to the essential functions of the position.

Ability to delegate tasks effectively, accepting responsibility for the outcome.

Ability to handle confidential information effectively and discreetly.

Ability to quickly learn and use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.

Ability to interact professionally and cooperatively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, officials, public and private representatives, and the general public.

Ability to read, understand, and interpret technical materials concerning law enforcement and criminal justice processes.

Ability to learn and apply technical terminology and information specifically related to law enforcement and corrections work.

Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks to complete assignments in a timely manner and meet deadlines.

Ability to evaluate operations, predict outcomes, and make recommendations.

Ability to follow and give verbal and written instructions.

Ability to work independently and solve problems involving complex variables.

Ability to review documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance; compile data and information for reports; compose letters and memoranda; explain policies and procedures.

Ability to accurately enter and retrieve information from various computer systems and programs in a timely manner.

Ability to maintain accurate records, logs, or other documentation as required by the position.

Ability to prioritize and review work.

Ability to type 35 wpm.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Some physical effort and/or minimal dexterity in use of fingers, limbs or body in operation of office or shop equipment are required. Work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

The St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Sheriff’s Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

The St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, Flexible Spending Account, deferred compensation plan, retirement in Florida Retirement System, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. For details, please visit our benefits page.

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Have you been arrested for DUI within the last 3 years?

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Have you been convicted of any moral turpitude charge?

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Have you been sentenced to time in the St. Lucie County Jail within the past 3 years? (This does not refer to being booked in and released)

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Have you ever sold drugs illegally or acted as a middle-person in a drug transaction (as an adult)?

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Have you had a discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States that is anything other than honorable?

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Have you had five or more moving violations in the past 5 years?

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Have you had five or more moving violations in the past 5 years?

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony pled guilty or nolo contender to a misdemeanor that involves perjury or false statements whether or not adjudication was withheld or sentence suspended?

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Have you used any illegal drug (other than marijuana) in the last 2 years prior to application?

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Do you have any tattoos on your neck or face?

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