INSTITUTIONAL SECURITY SPECIALIST II - 67040541 APD/ DDDP MARIANNA, FL

Requisition No: 829020 

Agency: Agency for Persons with Disabilities

Working Title: INSTITUTIONAL SECURITY SPECIALIST II - 67040541 APD/ DDDP MARIANNA, FL

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 67040541 

Salary:  $1,838.60- $2,256.50 BIWEEKLY 

Posting Closing Date: 05/22/2024 

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$1,838.60- $2,256.50 BIWEEKLY

Join the Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program (DDDP) Pathways Team.  

We are dedicated to empowering persons with developmental disabilities charged with a felony crime to acquire the skills needed to become competent to stand trial, and to acquire the skills and supports that will prepare them for success in their future environments.  

Pathways is a 34-bed all male forensic facility working with individuals with disabilities in a secure setting.  These individuals have been adjudicated by the courts as incompetent to proceed to trial and have significant behavioral and psychiatric issues.  Pathways provides rehabilitative, vocational, and daily living skills training to the individuals served which allows for a smooth transition back into a non-secure residential or community setting.  

Duties and responsibilities of an Institutional Security Specialist II include:

This position works under the direction of an Institutional Security Specialist Shift Supervisor and on occasions, assumes the duties of the Shift Supervisor.

Serves as officer in charge of a designated area on assigned shifts and disseminates performance related information verbally/written to the Shift Supervisor(s) concerning the activities of the subordinate Specialists assigned within the designated area.  Provides intermediate guidance for Institutional Security Specialists by directing their work and as well as performing the duties of the Specialist I's, as needed:  Assist subordinates in the monitoring of electronic sensory devices for the Forensic Services, including door alarms and fence alarms, through mobile patrols, walking patrols and stationary post assignments.  Make visual and physical Security checks within the secure area of the Forensic facilities and surrounding area through both mobile and walking surveillance.  Directs and performs necessary searches and inspections of persons and property to restrict the introduction and movement of contraband, as defined by Florida Statute or Forensic policy.  Provide observation of Forensic residents outside the Forensic facilities to deter inappropriate actions by routinely supervising mobile and stationary patrols by Institutional Security Specialists.  Utilizing state vehicles or occasionally through air travel, assume the lead direction of transporting Forensic residents to off grounds/out of town activities, such as court appearances, medical appointments and transfers to other facilities.  Respond and provide direction during requests for assistance calls with unmanageable or potentially violent residents within the Forensic facilities and assist as needed in the escorting of residents deemed high escape risks on the grounds of the facility.  Utilizing established and approved techniques, verbally and physically intervene with violent and unmanageable residents to resolve problem and prevent injury.  Reviews Department Operating Procedures and Post Orders to ensure compliance and periodically makes written recommendations for revision or comments based on reviews to Chief's office.  Participates in complex investigations, hiring and policy review committees and performance reviews on subordinate officers.  Respond and participate in the recapture efforts of escaped Forensic residents, including those housed in the Forensic facilities and the general hospital areas with 916 court jurisdictions by performing patrols and at times provide directional instructions of escape recapture efforts, in the absence of the Shift Supervisor or higher-ranking authorities.  Work closely with Law Enforcement agencies and Department of Corrections to encourage and maintain a good working relationship and to reciprocate assistance to their departments during emergencies.  Provide assistance to local Law Enforcement as requested concerning investigations involving hospital staff, residents or property and assist in emergencies such as traffic control for accidents, searching arrestees and providing unarmed assistance in reports of suspicious and criminal activities, as requested.  Monitor and assist in the functions of the Control Room operations to ensure accurate and concise information is received, recorded and dispatcher concerning all Security activities.

In the absence of the Shift Supervisor, performs required duties relating to the planning and operations of the designated shift.

Ability to document and ensure documentation is completed as required.

Completes all required training. Maintain MANDT certification as required.

Maintain timesheet, ensuring accuracy and submit timely in accordance with policy and procedure.

Perform other related duties as required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

•          Knowledge of forensic security and safety procedures and techniques.

•          Knowledge of investigative techniques.

•          Ability to train others.

•          Ability to deal effectively with individuals.

•          Ability to recognize dangerous or potentially dangerous situations.

•          Ability to investigate suspicious or unusual events.

•          Ability to work without close supervision and to make independent decisions. 

•          Ability to respond calmly in an emergency situation and to determine proper course of action.

•          Ability to make accurate observations.         

•          Ability to follow instructions.

•          Ability to communicate effectively.   

•          Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others  

Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite):

•          One year of experience in providing custody or care of inmates or clients within the forensic area of a state mental health institution.

•          In addition to the above, Florida Statutes, Chapter 943, requires that any person employed in this class must:

•          (1)Be at least 19 years of age.

•          (2)Be a citizen of the United States notwithstanding any laws of the State to the contrary.

•          (3)Be a high school graduate or its "equivalent" as the term may be determined by the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission.

•          (4)Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement, nor have received a dishonorable or undesirable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.  Any person who, after July 1, 1981, pleads guilty or nolo contendere or is found guilty of a felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement shall not be eligible for employment or appointment as an officer, notwithstanding suspension of sentence or withholding of adjudication.

•          (5)Have his/her processed fingerprints on file with the employing agency.

•          (6)Have passed a physical examination by a licensed physician based on specifications established by the Commission.

•          (7)Have a good moral character as determined by a background investigation under procedures established by the Commission.

•          (8)Have completed a 320-hour basic recruit training course or its equivalent as established by the Commission.

Other job-related requirements for this position:

•          MANDT at the Advanced level is required unless the incumbent requests a reasonable accommodation supported by an annual medical certification.  Incumbent is required to submit to pre-employment TB screening and on an annual on-going basis as prescribed by DDDP.

•          Maintain confidentiality of employee and/or resident information.  This specific standard is mission critical as the Agency is entrusted with information about employees and residents which is protected by HIPAA and other federal and state laws.  The Agency’s ability to maintain and protect confidential information has a direct relationship on our ability to gain and sustain the public trust.

•          Based on the duties and essential functions of this position, incumbents will be required to spend a minimum of 75% of work time performing duties which involves direct contact with residents in a secure forensic facility.  This position requires lifting, pulling and squatting.

•          To support the goal of establishing APD as the most sought-after place to work in Florida, the employee will create an environment that cultivates people and transforms teams by increasing transparency and providing opportunities for professional development. The employee actively works to demonstrate the qualities of being humble, hungry, and smart and leads others to embody the same. The team member lacks excessive ego, shares credit, is self-motivating and exercises good judgement and intuition around the subtitles of group dynamics.

This position may be required to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency per APD OP 2-0035.    This position is critical to the safety and supervision of residents and may require the incumbent to work beyond their normal work schedule to maintain minimum coverage levels in the facility.

DUE TO THE COVID -19 CRISIS, SHIFT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS NEEDED TO CARE FOR THE INDIVIDUALS WE SERVE.   

Our campus and facility are tobacco-free. 

Recruiting Contact:       

Jodi NeSmith       

Recruitment Manager- Developmental Disabilities Defendant Program and Pathways   

Agency for Persons with Disabilities       

Telephone: (850) 793-7075 

Email: jodi.nesmith@apdcares.org      

WORK SCHEDULE 

This position is located at a 24-hour facility.  Staff members must be agreeable to working a shift schedule; regular, evening, or night. Days Off: Varies.

Employees may be required to work additional days/hours based upon the needs of the facility and center.  This includes, but is not limited to ensuring facility coverage, activities, holidays, and emergency situations.

Direct Deposit Program – As a condition of employment, a person appointed to a position in State government is required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:  

Working for the State of Florida is more than just a paycheck. The state’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of benefits including:  

Annual and Sick Leave benefits  

Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year  

State group insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.  

Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com

Flexible Spending Accounts  

College tuition waivers and more!  

For a more complete list of benefits, click https://mybenefits.myflorida.com/

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.  

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.  

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.  

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT- It is the policy of the Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities that applicants for employment undergo Level 2 employment screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the Level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Agency. Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for Statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and Federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.  

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION INCLUDING FINGERPRINTING, PURSUANT TO S. 110.1127(1), FLORIDA STATUTES.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.