CORRECTIONAL SENTENCE SPECIALIST - SES

State of Florida•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This open competitive advertisement is for a SES (Selected Exempt Service) position located at Central Florida Reception Center in the Classification Department. Our mission in the Classification Department is to accurately assess and classify inmates based on their needs, risks, and behaviors. We ensure appropriate housing and program placements within the correctional system. Our goal is to enhance safety and security while promoting effective rehabilitation, ultimately aiding in the successful reintegration of inmates into society.This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves. JOB DUTIES: Take on the critical task of verifying and manually calculating tentative release dates, ensuring they align with commitment papers and legal statutes. Communicate with relevant agencies to resolve any discrepancies. Lead the preparation of release documents, verify final release dates, and ensure all necessary authorizations and records are perfectly in order for inmate release. Ensure precision by maintaining accurate data entry in the inmate information system, assist in training new employees, and supervise data entry staff. Manage the daily maintenance of inmate records, including updates on cell changes, work assignments, disciplinary reports, and sentence modifications. Be at the forefront of justice by preparing affidavits, testifying in court, coordinating inter-state detainer actions, and supervising the transfer of inmate files, all while ensuring compliance with policies and standards. Join us in this dynamic and impactful role where your attention to detail and leadership skills will make a significant difference in the justice system!

Requirements

Must possess a High School diploma or its equivalent.
Must possess a minimum of five (5) years in working a Correctional setting.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory skills preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, or Power Point.
Experience auditing, analyzing, and/or interpreting data. Familiarity with sentence structure is preferred.

Responsibilities

Verifying and manually calculating tentative release dates, ensuring they align with commitment papers and legal statutes. Communicate with relevant agencies to resolve any discrepancies.
Lead the preparation of release documents, verify final release dates, and ensure all necessary authorizations and records are perfectly in order for inmate release.
Maintaining accurate data entry in the inmate information system, assist in training new employees, and supervise data entry staff.
Manage the daily maintenance of inmate records, including updates on cell changes, work assignments, disciplinary reports, and sentence modifications.
Preparing affidavits, testifying in court, coordinating inter-state detainer actions, and supervising the transfer of inmate files, all while ensuring compliance with policies and standards.

Benefits

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
Tuition-Free college courses.
Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System:
Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan)
Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan)
Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop)
Deferred Compensation
Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.