#1094-LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - Fluvanna County Sheriff's Office

The Fluvanna County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for a the position of Law Enforcement Support Technician.

Performs work as a civilian employee of the sheriff’s office in a technical support capacity under regular supervision. Enters data and documents into agency records management system and other databases. Complies reports.  Assist in video evidence management for in-car and body-worn camera systems. Liaisons with Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office. Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows agency general orders, rules, and regulations and adheres to the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
• Assists agency in support operations and functions.
• Processes confidential law enforcement data.
• Accesses and retrieves evidentiary body-camera and in-car videos.  
• Conducts public service fingerprinting as needed. 
• Liaisons with Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office to facilitate the transfer of records, data, and video.
• Performs data entry of criminal processes such as traffic tickets, summons, and warrants.
• Scans documents into agency record management system.
• Reviews reports to ensure all documentation is properly entered into the records management system.
• Performs crime prevention and public relations functions when assigned.
• May serve as the initial point of contact for non-custodial citizens who enter the lobby.
• Collects and processes data for weekly, monthly, and annual reports.
• Assist in crime analyses or provide administrative support for criminal investigations as needed.
• Assists in the editing and organization of policy manuals and other documents. 
• Assists in agency emergency operations of the agency as needed.
• Performs related tasks, duties, and assignments as required.
• Supports the chain of command and promotes a healthy, safe, harassment-free, and responsive work environment that serves to encourage a positive command climate and good morale.    

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to learn and perform essential functions and typical tasks during training and ability to retain, apply, and perform such functions for the duration of employment. 
• Ability to learn, retain, and apply knowledge of the Code of Virginia, policy, procedures, and county ordinances as needed to perform essential functions.
• Ability to properly receive, interpret, and manage confidential information following law and policy.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of agency records management system.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of agency in-car and body-worn camera systems.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of various required computer systems.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of the policies and procedures of the Sheriff’s Office.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare clear, comprehensive reports.
• Ability to deal courteously, firmly, and tactfully with the public.
• Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with other County officials and with the general public. 
• Ability to show empathy, build community trust, and serve with dignity in a dynamic law enforcement climate.

ACCEPTABLE EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and TRAINING

• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.   Preference may be given to candidates with advanced degrees or certifications/training/experience in a related field and/or any combination of education and experience in the field of law enforcement.
• Must meet or be able to obtain competency in the agency records management system.
• Must meet or be able to obtain competency in the agency in-car and body-worn camera system.
• Must meet and maintain all Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Criminal Justice Services, Fluvanna County Sheriff’s Office, and specialized training/education/certification requirements for the position.
• Must currently hold, or obtain within one year of appointment, NCIC/VCIN Level B certification, at a minimum, and maintain such certification for the entirety of the appointment.
• Must be able to complete all required agency and data systems training.
• Must not have been convicted of any crimes of moral turpitude and be able to lawfully and by policy, work in a law-enforcement agency with access to confidential information and governmental databases.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Typical office hours are Monday – Friday in the daylight, however, this position is considered an Essential Personnel position within the Sheriff’s Office and is subject to recall to duty/schedule modification following Sheriff’s Office policy, procedure, or Sheriff’s mandate.  
• The appointee may be assigned to assist any division, section, unit, or assignment as needed.
• Must be legally eligible to serve in a law enforcement agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Must be able to attend off-site training for extended periods as needed.
• This is light work requiring the exertion of 30 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and up to 5 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Work requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, sitting, typing, and other repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Work requires effective vocal communication.
• Work will be performed in a semi-stressful environment inside of a law enforcement agency. 
• The appointee may be exposed to blood-borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.
• Work requires the maintenance of appropriate physical fitness to perform all job tasks.
• May be required to submit to employment-related alcohol, drug, or polygraph testing following law and sheriff’s office policy. 

POST OFFER REQUIREMENTS

• Requires satisfactory results from a comprehensive background investigation to include past employment, local, state, and federal criminal history check, DMV check, sex offender registry, and credit check.
• Requires satisfactory results from a psychological evaluation and pre-employment substance abuse testing.

The Salary Range is: $38,043 - $43,749, depending on qualifications.

Submit a County application, resume, cover letter, and references to jobs@fluvannacounty.org 

The position is open Until Filled.

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