Salary:
$43,338.31 - $64,031.03 Annually
Location :
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Job Type:
Permanent Full Time
Job Number:
24387B
Department:
Administration
Opening Date:
06/17/2024
Closing Date:
6/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of foreign high school diploma may be required.
A minimum of two (2) years previous experience and/or training involving routine to moderately complex accounting functions.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain accurate accounts and records.
Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license throughout employment without any restrictions which affect job performance.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Such experience must be clearly documented for consideration.
The current vacancy is located in the Cash Bonds Unit at the Main Jail.
The Cash Bonds Unit is open 7 days a week including holidays.
Employees are assigned to two shifts: 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM or 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM.
Please be advised that weekends and holidays may be included in required workdays.
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to perform routine to moderately complex account maintenance work for the assigned work unit. Employees in this classification are responsible for recording, calculating, and verification of all funds processed. Accuracy is critical to successful performance in the work classification. Position reviews all work performed for the purpose of ensuring accuracy in accounting and verification of funds processed. Performs related work as directed.
Essential Functions/Physical Requirements
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Maintains various department records and updates assigned accounts, as applicable to assigned department.
Performs various administrative support duties relevant to accurate maintenance of assigned accounting duties, i.e., filing materials, copying documentation, entering data into unit computer system.
Performs accounting duties according to the nature of the work unit, i.e., preparing payroll, processing special revenues, maintaining property and acquisition records.
Performs verification for all invoices/receipts received through unit checks and balances procedures.
Prepares banking deposits for assigned accounting duties.
Generates a variety of reports and/or statements relating to assigned accounting functions as dictated by the needs of the work unit, i.e., spreadsheets, statistical reports, budgets, reconciliations.
Prints, copies, distributes, and files records and reports.
Responds to inquiries concerning records and assigned accounts; provides resolution, information, or direction accordingly.
Reviews all work processed for the purpose of ensuring accuracy in accounting and processing of funds.
Performs a wide variety of administrative duties in supporting unit functions, i.e., answering telephones, processing unit mail, copying materials.
Performs related duties as directed.
Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Work is performed in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors.
Broward Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff's Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Recruitment Information
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.
The Broward Sheriff's Office values the contributions of its certified and civilian employees. The agency's outstanding Benefits Package is one of the ways BSO retains its employees and attracts new personnel to the BSO team.
Here's a sampling of typical employee benefits:
Medical Insurance: Various plans including HMO, HMO Open Access and POS options with pre-tax premium conversion available. New employees are eligible on the first of the month following the date of hire. Prescription plans are also offered
Domestic Partner coverage: Medical, dental and vision coverage is offered
Life Insurance: One times salary for basic life and AD&D at no cost to the employee. Additional voluntary term life and dependent life are also available
Dental Insurance: Three plans (DHMO, PPO and Indemnity) are available and pre-tax premium conversion is an option
Line of Duty benefits
Vision Care Insurance: 100% of the premium for single and family coverage paid for by the Broward Sheriff's Office (in combination with medical insurance election).
Voluntary Long and Short-Term Disability.
Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
Retirement plan under the Florida Retirement System.
Sick leave, annual leave, holiday leave, bereavement leave, military leave, personal day, bonus days
Sick leave pool and donated leave program
24-hour fitness center
Employee Assistance Program, on-site and through medical insurance
Wellness programs including on-site lunch-time seminars and health screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, etc.
Florida Prepaid College Program payroll deduction program
On-site insurance representatives for medical, dental and vision programs
Voluntary Legal aid discount program
Flu and Hepatitis B vaccines at no charge
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE PROGRAM:
The Broward Sheriff's Office is recognized as a Drug-Free Workplace pursuant to Chapter 440, Florida Statues. BSO is committed to providing a safe work environment and to fostering the well-being and health of its employees to preserve a happier, healthier workforce. All BSO employees share the responsibility of maintaining a safe, productive and drug-free work environment. BSO is dedicated to programs that enhance the well-being and health of its employees and the public's safety.
For information on the Drug-Free Awareness Program:
https://www.flsenate.gov/laws/statutes/2011/440.102
https://b.ahca.myflorida.com/MCHQ/Health_Facility_Regulation/Lab_HomeServ/drugs.shtml
http://icms.sheriff.bso/homepages/pages.cfm?fk_tblUsers=63A15D87-F2AC-4973-85A9-64FFEA076F8C&fk_tblPage=95371B80-C2FD-4EB3-A91B-5D55FB4C2F6D
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Do you have a minimum of two (2) years previous experience and/ or training involving routine to moderately complex accounting functions including demonstrated ability to establish and maintain accurate accounts and records?
No
Yes
02
This position is located within the Main Jail. Will you be able to fulfill your requirements while working in this type of environment?
No
Yes
03
The Cash Bonds Unit is open 7 days a week including holidays. Employees are assigned to two shifts: 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM or 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM. Weekends and holidays may be included in required workdays.Are you willing to work the required 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM or 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM shift, including weekends and holidays?
No
Yes
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