DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   Professional evaluation and casework within the jail setting including classifying inmates after first appearance and performing appropriate reclassifications and housing recommendations. Caseworkers monitor inmates’ mental and physical health and other needs as well as status changes for housing and release purposes.   Caseworkers interact with inmates face to face on a daily basis, monitor inmate gain time, and monitor the inmate grievance system among other duties and special projects related to inmate population. Caseworkers are responsible for various types of casework including working with outside agencies, crisis intervention, and conflict tracking and resolution.   An employee assigned to this classification reports to the Jail Classification Supervisor. Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, appropriate employee performance appraisals, and oral/written reports.

Accountable for receiving and processing both emergency and non-emergency calls by; providing appropriate pre-arrival instructions; entering data into a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system; evaluating situations and making decisions as to the assistance and needs of callers based on training, standard operating procedures, and agency guidelines; performing queries through the local public safety systems; operating assigned Communications Operations Bureau (COB) radio positions: the FCIC/NCIC computer and teletype radio, the law enforcement dispatch radio, and/or the fire-rescue dispatch radio; and perform their duties in accordance with ACSO operational policies.   Personnel assigned to this classification report to the Combined Communications Center (CCC) Shift Supervisor. Performance is evaluated through observation, quality assurance reports, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.

Acts as a liaison between the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) and Facilities Management on building maintenance issues. Responsible for creating and maintaining ACSO building keys except those issued and controlled by the Department of the Jail. Must work with DOJ staff, both inside and outside the ACSO facilities.    Must be familiar with proper cleaning processes and for ensuring that an adequate amount of cleaning products and restroom supplies are on hand. Provide back-up to Property Custodian with ordering, receiving, recording, controlling, dispersing, and disposing of a wide variety of property items.   Work is performed under the general direction of the Property Supervisor.  Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   Highly responsible follow-up investigative work on cold cases at the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office. Position involves the review, organization, analyzation, and electronic documentation of cold case files. Position carries the responsibility for detection, apprehension, and prosecution of criminal offenders. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Criminal Investigations Division (CID) Persons Squad Sergeant. Performance is evaluated through observation, oral/written reports, results obtained, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.   EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*: • Investigate all assigned cases fully and follow each one to its conclusion • Properly prepare assigned cases for prosecution by the State Attorney's Office, if a criminal violation(s) occurred and probable cause exists for charges • Assist other divisions within the Sheriff's Office on investigations by coordinating information and efforts • Identify all persons that arouse suspicion and investigate their criminal ties, if any, to the case being investigated • Conduct in-depth investigations of criminal incidents, as assigned, either independently or as part of a coordinated effort • Keep immediate supervisor informed of case progress by verbal and written means • Be thoroughly familiar with Florida State Statutes and local ordinances, and keep up to date on any changes or new laws; have a working knowledge of Federal Laws and other laws pertaining to surrounding jurisdictions • Provide timely supplemental additions to assigned cases, as required • Maintain cooperative and friendly working relations with fellow bureau Detectives, as well as with Detectives and Investigators from other jurisdictions • Give the earliest attention to the interviewing of suspects developed in cases to establish direct or indirect links to that and/or other cases • Give the earliest attention to interviewing suspects incarcerated on assigned or similar cases to expedite the filing of additional charges and/or clearing other cases • Be alert for the occurrence of multiple crimes showing similarity in modus operandi or in the same general location indicating similar crime operations, and advise a supervisor of situations which may indicate a need for increased patrol or enforcement in specific areas • Utilize all available resources for the clearance of crimes, arrest of offenders and the recovery of property • Interview all victims, complainants, suspects, and witnesses in all assigned cases after properly identifying his/her self with issued credentials • Interact with surviving family members • Constantly cultivate sources of information and informants that will aid in the investigation and solution of assigned and unassigned cases in the apprehension of perpetrators and in the suppression of organized crime • Obtain confessions from suspects in the form of sworn statements whenever possible • Prepare Search Warrants or Search Warrant Affidavits when necessary with sworn co-affiant • Prepare Arrest Warrants when appropriate with sworn co-affiant • Become proficient in surveillance techniques and undercover operations • Be able to perform any additional duties that may be required of the Cold Case Investigator, with proper related training   *This section of the job description for Cold Case Investigator and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of specific job functions or tasks does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the position.

GRANT POSITION   DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   Specialized work responsible for coordinating and implementing all Victim Advocate Unit program activities for the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO). Victim Advocates provide first response services to victims of violent and non-violent crimes in Alachua County, conduct victim follow-up, coordinate referrals to other service providers, and assist in criminal justice advocacy. This position requires independent judgment, discretion, and initiative in the performance of the duties required.   Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Trauma Intervention and Special Services (TI&SS) Bureau Chief. Performance is evaluated through observation, oral/written reports, conferences, results obtained, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.

An individual in this position is non-sworn, part-time court security for the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO), assigned specifically to the court security function. Civilian Court Security duties are limited to the Alachua County Criminal and Family-Civil Justice Centers only.                                                                                                                                                                         DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Highly responsible position assisting Court Security Deputies in maintaining security and decorum in the various courts of the Alachua County judicial system. Will be required to collect DNA and Fingerprint submission in various court events.   Responsible for assisting the operation of security posts at the main and staff/services entrances and judicial suites, and for monitoring the security equipment located in the control room. Will respond to medical emergencies within the courthouses and assist with emergency evacuations of the building. This position shall not have direct supervision over persons in custody.   Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Court Security Sergeant. Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, appropriate employee performance appraisals, and oral/written reports.  

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   Skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of radio transmitters, receivers, and other related electronic and communications equipment, both fixed and mobile   Work is performed under the supervision of the Technical Support Supervisor. Performance is evaluated through user/customer input, observation, results obtained, oral/written reports, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.   EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*: - Maintain console radio equipment including Compact Electronic Bay (CEB) racks, tone remotes, control stations, and network backhaul equipment - Diagnose, identify, and repair malfunctions in console radio equipment including CEB racks, tone remotes, control stations, network backhaul equipment, repeaters, circuits, and Radio Frequency (RF) components - Diagnose, identify, and repair malfunctions in the portable and mobile radio equipment operated by the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO), Alachua County Fire-Rescue (ACFR), contracted Fire-Rescue Departments, the general government components of the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC), and other entities as assigned via Interlocal agreements - Diagnose, identify, and repair malfunctions in communications and electronic equipment, including, but not limited to, the main transmitting station, monitor receivers, control heads, relay panels, amplifiers, speakers, microphones, recording devices, electronic testing equipment, and all other types of emergency equipment - Install new equipment for initial use and transfer equipment to another mobile or fixed location as assigned - Make routine frequency modulation calibrations, measurements, and adjustments on all radio equipment as required by law to ensure equipment is operating within the appropriate parameters, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) specifications, etc. - Install, configure, and repair PC, network switch, servers, and similar equipment related to RF and Internet Protocol (IP) functionality such as backhaul and audio recording - Program radios using appropriate programming appliances including encryption appliance - Update and program radios within desired specifications - Coordinate and communicate professionally with trunked radio system personnel regarding system and service related issues - Coordinate and communicate professionally with other counties and jurisdictions regarding radio and interoperability projects and needs - Maintain awareness of R-56 grounding standards for RF equipment including tower sites - Implement R-56 standards as needed - Maintain proficiency in encryption standards including DES-OFB, AES-256, and future standards that may be developed - Modify, update, test, maintain records, clean, and conduct operational readiness inspections for spare/unassigned communications equipment, specialty vehicles, and other communications equipment for routine/emergency use in accordance with agency policy - Maintain, operate, repair, and install equipment in specialty vehicles such as the Mobile Communications Vehicle (MCV) and other agency maintained vehicles/assets - Participate in exercises and live incidents related to communications interoperability (requires field deployment) including the ability to operate and stand up interoperability hardware such as a portable radio tower or mast - Occasionally drive vehicles which require a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) / Class B driver’s license or greater - Integrate and operate communication systems through mediums such as satellite, landline/cellular telephone, microwave, and mesh in relation to interoperability and emergency communications - Clean own work area and assist in total shop cleanliness - Be alert for conditions or situations which inhibit efficient operation of the agency or its communication functions, and recommend solutions - Maintain accountability of all sets, kits, outfits, tools, and any other issued or accessed equipment or supplies - Utilize the established record keeping system to track inventory, document all repair activities, and record the issue or return of all equipment and related accessories - Perform preventive maintenance activities for fixed, mobile, and portable communications equipment in accordance with agency policy and as assigned - Work closely with the Fleet Unit on various activities where the responsibilities of the two functions are connected - Assist the Fleet Unit members with radio-related requests - Coordinate schedule with supervisor to ensure availability during projects and peak periods throughout the year - May act as a “lead” in the absence of a supervisor or as assigned - Assist in the development of skills for other radio shop personnel - Maintain comparable skill level and act as back-up and/or assist other agency radio repair technician(s) *This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and/or responsibilities of the position. The omission of specific job functions or tasks does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent to the position.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   Skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of law enforcement vehicle equipment including camera systems, light bars, sirens, mobile radios, computer docking stations, printers, and all other types of emergency equipment, as well as perform vehicle maintenance and minor vehicle repairs.   Work is performed under the supervision of the Fleet Manager.  Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, oral/written reports, and employee performance appraisals.    

Highly responsible security work maintaining physical custody and control of inmates within the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office Department of the Jail. Responsible for receiving and processing inmates, enforcing disciplinary procedures for the control of inmate behavior, including the application of restraint and use of force techniques, and the preparation of reports and documents necessary for operational procedures.   Work is performed under the direction of the Detention Sergeant or a higher level supervisor. Performance is evaluated through conferences, observation, results and appropriate employee performance appraisals.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   Responsible work of a general law enforcement nature with primary emphasis on the protection of life and property and the routine enforcement of federal, state, and local laws.  Work involves an element of personal danger.  Employees must be able to act effectively without direct supervision and to exercise discretion, caution, common sense, reasonable calmness, and self-control under adverse conditions while maintaining control of a particular situation or emergency.   Duties may involve other special assignments of similar complexity including providing assistance to those who are unable to care for themselves, the intoxicated, addicted, mentally ill, physically disabled, and persons of all ages.  Work may be performed either in uniform or plain clothes, on foot or in an automobile, and on any assigned shift.  

A training position involving attendance at a recognized correctional academy for the express purpose of becoming an Alachua County Sheriff's Office Detention Officer.  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.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   A training position involving attendance at a recognized law enforcement academy for the express purpose of becoming an Alachua County Sheriff's Office deputy.  This position requires commitment, diligence and initiative.   Work is performed under the supervision of the Training Bureau Sergeants and Uniform Patrol Division Commander.  Performance is evaluated through observation and grades obtained.    

  Advanced clerical and record processing work involving varied and complex clerical and/or record processing tasks associated with inmate records and related administrative processes at the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) Department of the Jail (DOJ).   Work is performed under the direction of the Booking Support Bureau (BSB) Shift Supervisor. Performance is evaluated through conferences, reports, observation, results obtained, and appropriate employee performance appraisals

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   Specialized work involving the safety of school children in their endeavor to cross busy roadways during school hours at peak traffic times.   School Crossing Guards (SCG) are part-time employees that only report to work on days in accordance with the School Board of Alachua County School Year Calendar. During the summer the SCG might be asked to work summer school if their assigned school participates in a summer school program.   Employees assigned to this classification report to the SCG & FST Supervisor. Performance is evaluated through conferences, observation, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.   EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*:   Cross children only when the traffic is clear by taking advantage of gaps in the flow of traffic or creating gaps in traffic in order to safely cross children when conditions are extremely congested. Monitor the flow of traffic and report all unsafe conditions to their supervisors.   *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 functions or tasks does not absolve the employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to of inherent in the position.

  DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   Clerical and technical work involving varied and complex processing of criminal records within multiple criminal justice applications. Requires some independent judgment and initiative in the utilization of specialized work methods and procedures and their application in the Records Bureau of the Alachua County Sheriff's Office (ACSO). It is essential that personnel become proficient and remain able to perform all aspects of the Records Bureau services.   An employee assigned to this classification reports to the Records Shift Supervisor, with detailed instructions given in cases involving new or unusually difficult problems. Assignments may be made through the operation of established unit procedures. Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, appropriate employee performance appraisals, and oral/written reports.

Highly responsible position involving specialized, detailed, and confidential work in all areas of the Human Resources Bureau including pre-screening, selection, and hiring, as well as all other pertinent personnel-related functions involving ACSO employees. Requires the exercise of considerable independent judgment, discretion, self-direction and self-motivation.   Work is performed under the direction of the Human Resources On-Boarding Manager. Performance is evaluated through observation, results obtained, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.  

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:   Unpaid, sworn position.  A Reserve Deputy is an individual who aids or assists full-time or part-time Deputies while under their direct supervision. Responsible work of a general law enforcement nature with primary emphasis on the protection of life and property, the enforcement of local ordinances, and state and federal laws. Duties may include work in various divisions depending on experience, training, and/or specialized prior expertise.   Duties may involve other special assignments of similar complexity, including providing assistance to those who are unable to care for themselves, the intoxicated, addicted, mentally ill, physically disabled, and persons of all ages. Work may be performed either in uniform or plain clothes, on foot or in an automobile, and on any assigned shift.   Employees report to a designated Sergeant and are responsible to their Lieutenant, Division Commander, Major of Operations, the Undersheriff, and the Sheriff. Performance is evaluated through reports, personal contact, inspection, examination, discussions, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.