Employment

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

Description of Position:

Under general supervision, performs protective service work in the field, enforcing laws and ordinances relating to animal control. Work includes interacting with the general public, enforcing laws and apprehending and impounding animals. Responds to complaints concerning animals at large, cruelty to animals, injured animals, animals creating a nuisance and animal attacks on humans and other animals. Responds to livestock, wild stock, exotic animals and domestic calls for service. Work is performed under the supervision of the Law Enforcement Lieutenant.

Qualifications:

1) High School diploma or GED

2) Valid Florida Drivers’ License

3) Must be at least 18 years of age

4) Never received dishonorable discharge from any branch of the armed forces of the United States.

5) No felony or misdemeanor convictions involving perjury or false statements.

6) Successfully complete a background investigation to include a drug screening.

7) Minimum of 1 year of experience dealing with animal maintenance, husbandry or enforcement preferred.

8) Requires successful completion of the 40-hour minimum standard training course approved by the Florida Animal Control Association, per Florida Statute, Chapter 828, Section 27 within 6 months of hire.

9) Requires State of Florida certification in Animal Euthanasia within 3 months of hire.

10) Previous experience working with animals preferred.

In order to apply for this position, please go to our website www.suwanneecountysheriff.org and fill out an application, submit application to 200 S Ohio Ave, Suite 105 Live Oak, FL 32064 or come to our location and fill one out.

Fiscal Specialist

The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for Fiscal Specialist.

A highly responsible administrative position which involves performing all SCSO payroll functions and fiscal responsibilities while ensuring compliance with state and federal reporting requirements. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Finance Director. Performs various clerical payroll and analytical accounting duties associated with processing bi-weekly payrolls, including entering hours worked, taxes, and scheduled deduction data into a payroll system database, verifying accuracy of figures and computations and balancing and reconciling accounts; computes and posts wages, reconciles errors, and maintains records. Will also assist with grants, A/P and other fiscal responsibilities. This position frequently requires working within strict deadlines, with a great deal of multi-tasking, under stressful conditions and with a variety of personalities. 

Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Three years of office experience required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in processing payroll
• Pass a full criminal background check
• Pass a drug screening

Benefits:

• Paid time off (Annual leave, Sick Leave, Holiday Leave)
•      Florida Retirement System
• Insurance

Applications can be picked up from our office, located at:

Suwannee County Courthouse, 200 South Ohio Avenue – Suite 105, Live Oak, FL,

or you can download an application from our website www.suwanneesheriff.com

The Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer with Veterans Preference.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Starting Salary $42,000

Kennel Tech – Part Time

Open Position Announcement

Application Close Date:   Open until filled

The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking interested and qualified candidates for the position described below. A complete, detailed job description for this position is available in the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office Human Resource office.

Position Title:   Kennel Tech – Part Time

Starting:  $14.00 per hour (Additional compensation for previous years’ experience)

Description of Position:

Kennel Technicians are responsible for the day-to-day care of in-house animals as well as maintaining cleanliness. This includes feeding, watering, cleaning, walking, and monitoring the well-being of dogs, cats and other animals. Kennel Technicians must have sufficient physical strength, mobility and stamina to lift and/or move heavy pets and objects, the dexterity and confidence to administer medications, and the ability to monitor pets for signs of distress or disease. It is essential that they have the ability and willingness to learn and the desire to provide gentle, compassionate care for all animals. In addition, the kennel staff is also responsible for the cleanliness of the kennel. Cannot be allergic to animals.

Qualifications:

*Be at least 18 years of age *Have a Valid Driver’s License *Not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement *Never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States *Be of good moral character *Ability to pass a background investigation and drug screening

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Our Agency values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans, and veteran’s preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statues for those who meet the minimum requirements of the position. “The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans, and veteranspreference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statues for those who meet the minimum requirements of the position”

Corrections Deputy 

Open Position Announcement

Application Close Date:   Open Until Filled

The Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking interested and qualified candidates for the position described below. A complete, detailed job description for this position is available in the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office Human Resource office.

Position Title:   Corrections Deputy

Hours:   12 hour shift  

Salary:  $43.000 (salary based on years of experience)

 

Description of Position:

Corrections Deputies work in a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week secured facility. They are responsible for keeping order, enforcing rules and regulations and promoting positive correctional practices. The Corrections Deputy may perform other related duties and tasks, as required, and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Oversees unit to provide care, custody, and control of inmates *Maintains security of inmates, civilians, and staff during visitation, physical recreation and other inmate movements. *Verify inmate counts are conducted and accurately prepared. *Maintain visual contact of officers anytime they enter an inmate area. *Utilize inmate trustees to perform sanitation duties. *Record inmate movement (e.g. court, hospital, new housing/bed assignment, etc.).   * Utilize appropriate documentation for inmate accountability. *Be alert to all activities while monitoring inmates by audible and/or visual observation. *Provide inmates access to telephones according to the established schedule. *Responds to emergency situations and renders assistance outlined in the policies and procedures of the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Division General Orders. *Transports inmates to appropriate locations and/or facilities. *Perform searches of people and objects capable of concealing contraband. *Maintain awareness of inmates at all times, checks physical and mental conditions, and take notice of any abnormal circumstances. *Prepare and submit proper documentation to the shift sergeant on duty should any unusual activity occur (e.g. inmate injury, inmate fight, etc.). *Inspect his/her area of responsibility for maintenance discrepancies and notify the supervisor on duty. *Perform any other duties as required or directed by supervisors.

Qualifications:

*Be at least 19 years of age *Be a citizen of the United States *Have a Valid Driver’s License *Not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement *Never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States *Be of good moral character *Ability to pass a background investigation, drug screening, and physical examination by a licensed Physician

Education and/or Experience

*High School Diploma (or equivalent) *Taken and passed a Commission-approved Basic Abilities Test (BAT) (if not certified and attending a Florida Basic Recruit Training Program) *Successful completion of the Florida Basic Recruit Training Program for the discipline or equivalency for out of state officers *Achieved a passing score on the State Officer Certification Examination (SOCE) *Knowledge of State and Federal law

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You may turn applications in at any time. If the position applied for is unavailable, your application will be held for up to 1 year for consideration on future available openings.