Classification Technician

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A CLASSIFICATION TECHNICIAN

The role of Classification Technician with Pasco County Corrections department consists of classifying and labeling inmates with classification codes to ensure the safety and security of inmates, staff, contract staff and others having access to the facility. Classification Technicians are tasked with day to day functions of identifying and tracking the status of inmates who may be Veterans, foreign born, inmates with medical or mental health concerns, gang members, inmates eligible for worker status, inmates with holds from other agencies/states and the Department of Corrections, juvenile inmates, and inmates meeting the Jessica Lundsford Act or Anti Murder Act. Completes forms and reports and other routine office duties. Conduct inmate orientation, review inmate criminal histories and relevant classification considerations which may change throughout incarceration. Performs related work as required. Knowledge of Department and Agency policies. Knowledge of State Criminal Alien Assistance Program. Knowledge of Parole, Interstate Compacts, Fugitive from Justice, and Probation Procedures. Knowledge of Prison Rape Elimination Act. Ability to organize, track, and maintain informational data and materials. Ability to work under emotional/physical stress due to inmate explicit language. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. Ability to operate a computer using various software systems in both entry and retrieval of criminal background information. Ability to evaluate and analyze data. Ability to interact positively and effectively with staff at all levels.

PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Standard office setting but may require interviewing inmates within the jail/housing locations. Primarily a sedentary position requiring up to seven hours per day sitting.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or equivalent and three (3) years of experience using a computer and performing routine office duties OR an Associate degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Unescorted CJIS clearance as authorized by FDLE is required.

ADA STATEMENT

A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Pasco County is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES

All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

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