Colonel (D)
- Job Code: U8699
- Pay Grade:UL
- Pay Scale:$146,370.23-$238,696.43 Annually
- Exempt:Yes
Overview
Plan, direct, and manage a department within the Sheriff’s Office. Colonels shall be aware of potential problems that are unique to their functional areas and be responsible for methods of controlling and solving these problems. This detention certified management position may also be referred to as Department Commander. LE certified colonels assigned to the Department of Detention Services shall refer to the Colonel (D) job description for information regarding Department of Detention Services appointments but retain their (L) job profile designation for accurate reporting purposes.
Duties & Responsibilities
Note: Depending on assigned responsibilities, employees may perform some or all of the duties below.
Act as the liaison between command management (i.e., chief deputy and up) and subordinates to coordinate the various department functions to accomplish the Sheriff’s Office unified law enforcement mission and establish department primary goals.
Manage and direct the activities of subordinates in charge of divisions, sectors, bureaus, sections, squads, and/or units within the department via staff or procedural operations meetings; assign, monitor, and review work and leave requests; review evaluate performance and initiate corrective action as needed, including termination.
Maintain working knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of each subordinate position and functional area within the assigned department.
Review and approve requests for personnel to receive the necessary training in their current field of work.
Review Strategic Management data and department activities.
Review departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal mandates and Sheriff’s Office standard operating procedures (SOPs); review evaluations, studies, or assessments of specific programs, policies, and procedures.
Ensure that all personnel follow existing laws, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and directives.
Assign personnel to positions within the functional areas; initiate policies and procedures to maximize the use of personnel.
Delegate assignments to direct subordinates as applicable (e.g., majors, civilian chief officers, directors).
Ensure subordinates are cited for excellence in their work and/or forward service award nominees through the Chain of Command to the Awards Committee Chairman.
Formulate and manage the final department budget.
Review disposition of disciplinary action recommendations concerning department personnel.
Review and respond to all citizen complaints as they apply to the department.
Enhance department relationships with that of other entities (e.g., other internal functional areas, other criminal justice agencies, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, community) by proper coordination of effort, which results in effective outcomes (e.g., crime control and prevention, Sheriff’s Office events).
Keep the Chief Deputy and Sheriff advised of major happenings and general overall status of the department.
Assist the Sheriff in the selection of candidates for promotion in the department.
Attend staff meetings scheduled by the Chief Deputy.
Answer correspondence directed to the department from other criminal justice agencies.
Ensure approved requests from other agencies are complied with by the appropriate personnel.
Remain available via telephone and car radio for any emergency involving department personnel or operations.
Represent the Sheriff at meetings and on various boards and committees, as directed by the Sheriff.
Carry out the mandates of the Sheriff or other higher authority.
Fulfill all requirements of a Detention Deputy Sheriff within Hillsborough County as outlined in Sheriff’s Office GEN SOP 100.02 including the supervision and control of incarcerated inmates at Sheriff’s Office controlled jails and courtroom security/maintenance of order when assigned as bailiffs.
Perform other related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Extensive knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of modern inmate care, custody, and control, and related state, federal, and department laws, rules, regulations, standards, and policies governing the operation of detention facilities and courtrooms.
Extensive knowledge of managerial, interpersonal, and public relations techniques.
Extensive knowledge of court procedures.
Considerable knowledge of local, state, and federal laws governing the criminal justice system.
Considerable knowledge of crowd control defense and restraint tactics and communication procedures.
Considerable knowledge of behavior patterns, legal rights, discipline protocols, and grievance procedures of inmates.
Working knowledge of the operation of Sally port controls, cell locks, and control panels commonly used in a secure facility.
Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing personnel management.
Working knowledge of technological equipment to include video visitation and biometric fingerprinting and how they interrelate to the operation.
Working knowledge of first aid and CPR principles and skill in training others in their application.
Skill in the application of managerial techniques.
Skill in interviewing and interrogation methods and techniques.
Ability and willingness to manage the work of others.
Ability to train others in all aspects of job duties and responsibilities.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with diverse populations.
Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Ability to work in a hostile environment of inmates and their visitors without reacting negatively and to always project a professional image.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and smoothly and rapidly shift between dissimilar tasks.
Ability to supervise emergency situations, make effective decisions under stressful situations, and direct the use of physical force necessary to protect oneself and others.
Ability to detect potentially adverse or unsafe situations and react according to department policy.
Ability to physically handle and control prisoners resisting detention.
Ability to review, establish, and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
Ability to use a two-way radio.
Ability to properly use various restraining devices.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and skillfully.
Ability to operate a computer and related software.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Ability and willingness to use weapons and to properly maintain them.
Working Conditions
Working within an office environment within a law enforcement agency, courthouse/court complex, and/or corrections facility.
Working outdoors in a subtropical climate in potential adverse weather conditions.
Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time at a scene, event, or workstation.
Maintaining cell phone availability after hours and at home to aid and guide subordinates.
May be required to engage in heavy physical exertion (e.g., lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of heavy weight from 160 to 180 pounds).
May be required to work non-standard hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Required to wear a Sheriff’s Office provided uniform.
Minimum Education & Experience
A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education.
Possession of a valid certification by the State of Florida as a corrections officer.
Executive management experience in corrections and/or law enforcement.
Additionally, the following are required:
Possession of a valid Florida Driver License.
No punitive disciplinary action consisting of a 5 day suspension or greater and/or involuntary demotion within the last two years.
Ineligible if currently serving a suspension or probation with the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC).
An overall rating of three “fully acceptable” or better on the annual evaluation in the Employee Performance Management System (EPMS) for the three years prior to submission.
A rating of three “fully acceptable” or better in each dimensional category on the annual evaluation in EPMS within the one year prior to submission.
Required Pre-Employment Testing
Successful completion of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Physical Abilities Assessment (PAA).
Additional Job Requirements
Attendance at the specified Sheriff's Office work location is required.
Depending on assignment, employees may be required to possess a valid Florida Driver License at time of employment. Driving history will be thoroughly reviewed and may be grounds for disqualification.
No visible tattoos on face, head, and neck. Tattoos determined to take away from the professional appearance of the Sheriff’s Office must be covered with an appropriate white, black, or neutral covering.
No illegal drug sale within lifetime.
No illegal drug use within the past 36 months. No marijuana use within the last 12 months.
No felony convictions within lifetime.
No misdemeanor convictions involving perjury, false statement, or domestic violence within lifetime.
No dishonorable discharge from any branch of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Coast Guard, National Guard, or Reserve Forces.
Successful completion of a background investigation including criminal, reference, employment, and neighborhood checks; polygraph; medical evaluation; and drug screening.
Live within Hillsborough County or within Citrus, Hardee, Hernando, Lake, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota, or Sumter County as long as the residence is located within the 60-mile parameter of Falkenburg Road Jail at the time of appointment/employment (certified only).
In the event of an emergency or disaster, may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by management chain, Division/District Commander, or the Sheriff (or their designee). Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.
The duties and responsibilities on this job description represent the essential functions that an employee must be able to satisfactorily perform with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations shall be made upon request to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue agency hardship. The Sheriff’s Office retains the right to change or assign other duties to this job as necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education.
Successful completion of an agency approved advanced leadership course.