Detention Assistant I - Corrections Department

Escambia County Solid Waste

Escambia County, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Access Control, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Database Administration, Dental Insurance, Diversity, Fitness, Interpersonal Skills, Multitasking, Physical Demands, Record Keeping, Regulations, Retirement Plan, Surveillance, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Escambia County, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago

Close Date: September 30, 2026

This class performs routine incidental keyboarding and duties involving monitoring, processing inmate related paperwork, and controlling facility access of designated areas.

This is a "mandatory-testing" position that requires Drug Testing.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Provides information by phone or in person to the public regarding a variety of issues, which may include: charges, court dates, visiting hours, and/or other related items

Controls access into and out of designated areas; monitors surveillance monitors and notifies appropriate individuals of suspicious activities

Checks identification of persons entering/exiting controlled areas; monitors safety of staff, visitors, and inmates; generates work orders for inoperable equipment

Electronically logs pertinent information into the Jail Management Suite, video visitation software, completes detailed incident reports, and routinely uses the radio for communication purposes

Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Training and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)

Licenses & Certifications:

None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics (KSAO's):

customer service principles

filing principles and practices

data entry techniques

basic bookkeeping principles and practices

using computers and related software applications

providing customer service

filing

keyboarding

using modern office equipment

handling multiple tasks simultaneously

maintaining organization

maintaining databases

adhering to technical procedures and regulations

maintaining accurate records and logs

reading and writing to receive and/or convey information accurately

communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

County-wide Employee Responsibilities:

All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Emergency Management Responsibilities:

Note: During emergency conditions, the incumbent of this position will automatically be considered emergency service workers. This employee is subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require: Balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving odors, blood and other bodily fluids, and intense noises

Benefits/Compensation Package:

  • Medical / Dental / Vision plans
  • Prescription coverage
  • Employee health clinic
  • Employee fitness centers
  • Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan
  • Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account(s)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Group Life Insurance

About the Company

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Escambia County Solid Waste