Captain (D)
- Job Code: U8700
- Pay Grade:VX
- Pay Scale:$117,832.00-$132,579.20 Annually
- Exempt:Yes
Overview
Plan, direct, and manage a sector within the Sheriff’s Office. Captains 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 Deputy Commander. Additionally, law enforcement certified captains assigned to the Department of Detention Services shall refer to this 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., major and up) and subordinates to ensure primary goals are accomplished; manage and direct the activities of subordinates in charge of bureaus, sections, squads, and/or units within the functional area in achieving established organizational goals and objectives; coordinate functions; assign, monitor, and review work; evaluate performance and initiate corrective action as needed, including termination.
Approve/disapprove leave requests for personnel in the sector.
Ensure that all personnel follow existing laws, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and directives.
Ensure that resources are adequate to carry out the tasks of the functional area and monitor and modify the shift personnel allocations as needed.
Assist in developing and administering the functional area budget by forecasting funding needs and making recommendations for functional area staffing, equipment, materials, supplies, procurement, and contracting; and monitoring expenses upon budget approval to ensure compliance.
Enhance sector relationships with that of other entities (e.g., other internal functional areas, other criminal justice agencies, clerk of courts, Florida Sheriff’s Association) by proper coordination of effort, which results in effective outcomes (e.g., Florida Model Jail Standards adherence, inmate programs and services, courthouse/court complex security).
Manage the execution of major investigations within a correctional facility during special and emergency situations, assuming charge of operation in such unusual situations, and develop and modify plans covering such emergencies.
Ensure that investigations are conducted based upon sound investigative principles, existing laws, and in a professional manner.
Keep the command management advised of major happenings in functional areas.
Attend general staff meetings with subordinates to improve the efficiency and productivity of the sector.
Attend command staff meetings to disseminate operational orders to members of the sector.
Be available for emergencies, which may involve assigned personnel or sector operations.
Answer correspondence directed to the sector from other criminal justice agencies.
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 as a whole.
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 in a negative manner and project a professional image at all times.
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 safely and skillfully operate a motor vehicle.
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 provide assistance/guidance to 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 from an accredited institution of higher education.
Possession of a valid certification by the State of Florida as a corrections officer.
Management experience in corrections.
Additionally, the following are required:
Possession of a valid Florida Driver License.
An inter-office memorandum with degree copies and applicable administrative/leadership certificates.
One-time submission of the Captain Promotional Project.
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.
Note: The promotional process for captains, majors, and colonels may include a promotional memorandum through the Department Commander with eligibility requirements, an examination, assessment exercises, oral board interviews, and/or review of professional experience and performance.
Required Pre-Employment Testing
Successful completion of 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.
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.