Corrections Deputy Trainee

The Collier County Sheriff's Office is looking for positive, proactive, energetic, enthusiastic individuals that support our core principles of community, safety, service to fill the position of Jail Deputy Trainee. Starting annual salary $57,309.

A $1,500 sign on bonus will be awarded to all successful applicants appointed to full-time non-certified positions. A $3,000 sign on bonus will be awarded to all successful applicants appointed to full-time certified positions. Restrictions apply, please contact Human Resources for full details.

No experience necessary! The Collier County Sheriff’s Office will provide academy training – a 13-week program held in Ft. Myers, Florida.

Requirements:

• 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Crime free with no recent or extensive use of illegal substances.
• Good moral character.
• Ability to perform essential functions of a certified Jail Deputy.
• Ability to communicate, orally and in writing, in English.
• Ability to look beyond surface issues to identify and analyze problems and develop effective responses and solutions to resolve such problems.
• Shift work is required.

Examples of Duties:

• Operate local CJIS/CJNET terminal.
• Control/restrain/subdue inmates by the use of proper restraining holds, devices, or substances without causing undue pain or injury.
• Mediate and successfully resolve disputes between inmates and offenders utilizing the minimum force required, implementing or recommending the appropriate disciplinary action.
• Answer inmate questions in an objective professional manner, making no promises and referring unanswered questions to appropriate personnel.
• Verify inmate/suspect identification prior to movement or transport.
• Locate and confiscate unauthorized inmate property/weapons/contraband.
• Arrange and coordinate attorney/inmate visitation and other court-related functions with appropriate legal personnel.
• Observe, document and report any unusual changes in inmate behavior.
• Notify designated persons during emergency situations, penetrations, escapes, security breaches, riots, fights, disorders, unusual activity, sabotage, pilferage or security violations.
• Prevent escape/attempt while supervising inmate outside of facility.
• Move inmates and/or supervise inmate transport.
• Respond to and report inmate grievances/complaints/injuries.
• Respond to officer down alarm.
• Administer first aid/CPR/AED.

NOTE:

Complete job description available by request.

The Collier County Sheriff’s Office provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.