#1094- Law Enforcement Support Technician

SALARY: $16.35 TO $20.44 Hourly rate/Rate is negotiable depending on qualifications

OPENING DATE: 7/1/2021

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

DESCRIPTION:

The County of Fluvanna is recruiting for the position of Law Enforcement Support Technician. This is a full-time position that 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.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

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 cameras 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   

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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 communications
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
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 communications
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

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

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 position is open until filled.

Please Note: All County employees may be required to report to serve our customers during emergency conditions. While some will perform their regular duties, others may be assigned to report at a different time and location and to perform different duties from their regular jobs. Employees will either be deemed essential personnel and provide services that must continue regardless of or according to a state of emergency or will be deemed nonessential personnel that will be required to report to work in an emergency if they receive an assignment to shelter duty or other duty.

#1094 Law Enforcement Support Technician

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

www.fluvannacounty.org

132 Main Street Palmyra, VA 22963

(434)591-1900 jobs@fluvannacounty.org

Equal Opportunity Employer