JOB
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The Public Service Aide position is limited to individuals who are seeking to attend the Basic Law Enforcement Academy with Brevard County Sheriff’s Office within two (2) years.
Public Service Aides are non-sworn, unarmed civilian employees with no arrest or enforcement powers.
Under general supervision, this class is responsible for public safety work in various patrol precincts of the Sheriff's Office. An employee in this class performs a variety of duties in support of certified law enforcement personnel including non-emergency, law enforcement activities in order to allow certified law enforcement personnel to handle higher priority incidents and to provide a more efficient and effective response to calls for service.
Performs related law enforcement activities as directed, but will have no direct contact or involvement with criminal suspects.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.-
Interacts with general public while responding to non-emergency and non-in-progress calls via telephone and in person.
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Interviews victims and witnesses and writes case reports.
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Assists with front desk duties as needed.
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Delivers evidence and supplies to and from the Precinct.
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Transports vehicles to and from Fleet Maintenance and other locations.
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Responsible for organizing and stocking Precinct supplies.
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Performs routine office tasks such as typing, filing, faxing, telephoning and photocopying.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Regular, dependable and punctual attendance is an essential function of this job.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The Selection Process Includes:-
Online application
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Physical Abilities Test (PAT)
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Oral Review Board & Conditional Offer
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Background Investigation & Polygraph Examination
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Psychological assessment
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FDLE Medical exam & drug screen (to be completed after conditional offer)
This is a work training program for those who are preparing for a career in law enforcement. Incumbents are required to gain admittance to the police academy within twelve (12) to twenty-four (24) months of hire. FDLE requires U.S Citizenship for sworn law enforcement.
Work is performed both in an office environment and outdoors; meeting with complainants in their homes or businesses. Physical office locations vary depending on assignment.
Work is performed in eight (8) hour shifts primarily during normal business hours however work hours are subject to change to meet departmental and operational needs.
This position requires a physician's clearance to participate in the Brevard County Sheriff's Office Physical Abilities Test.
View the Physical Ability Test below
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Successful completion of a criminal background investigation including a psychological, and polygraph examination, and reference/employment/neighborhood checks. Submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to assuming position and will be subject to return to duty, post-accident and/or random and reasonable suspicion drug tests while employed with BCSO.
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), disability or genetic information in employment practices. We encourage veterans, service members and their spouses and family members to apply for employment with this agency, qualified applicants will receive preference and priority in hiring decisions. ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Job applicants and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Position open until filled.
