Courier

Minimum Requirements Note: Preference will be given to BSO employees.

• High school diploma or equivalent. An evaluation of a foreign high school diploma may be required.

• One (1) year of previous experience and/or training involving mail room, mail operations, or related delivery/distribution functions.

• Must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver license without any restrictions affecting job performance. Driver license must show current address.

• All candidates must submit with the application, a Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history.

• Florida driving histories can be obtained at any courthouse in Broward County. Three (3) year, seven (7) year, and online Florida driving history records will not be accepted. If you have possessed a driver's license in any other state in the past 7 years you will need to submit an "entire" driving history from that state. For non-Florida driving histories, please contact that state's division of motor vehicles

• The search date for all driving histories must be within one month of the date the application for employment is received by the Bureau of Human Resources.

• To view information on obtaining the required Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" driving history online, please click on the following link: Driving History (online)

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented on the application.

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to deliver, dispatch and retrieve mail, parcels, packages and other items related to the daily mail operations of the Sheriff's Office. Employees in this classification perform mail courier and clerical support duties, with responsibility for the pickup, scheduling, recording, distribution, and delivery of inter/intra-departmental mail products. Work includes receiving, processing, and ensuring proper postage/packaging for out-going mail and related out-going distributions. 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.

Provides for pick-up, scheduling, recording, receipt, and delivery of inter/intra-departmental mail, packages, and parcels in a timely manner.

Inspects incoming mail, parcels and packages for suspicious appearance to protect against potential chemical, biological or other external threats to the agency.

Opens, sorts, and arranges items for proper and timely inter/intra-departmental distribution and delivery.

Receives, sorts, and processes daily outgoing mail; determines postage and prepares mail, packages, and parcels in accordance with US Post Office standards.

Operates an agency vehicle in the pick-up and distribution of mail items, when applicable to the functional facilities and/or assigned route.

Generates and files a variety of reports and records as related to assigned courier function.

Performs related duties as directed.

Tasks involve the intermittent performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). Occasionally may require the ability to lift heavier items up to (100) pounds. May require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavier objects. Some tasks are performed in an office environment where proper provisions are in place in terms of employee security and protection. When operating an agency vehicle, work includes exposure to daily traffic conditions. Due to the nature and location of the work environment, tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements, e.g., heat, humidity, inclement weather. Some tasks include working around moving parts, carts, and materials handling where physical risks are predictable and/or controllable by observance of standard safety precautions.

Tasks may be performed in a corrections environment where proper provisions are in place in terms of employee security and protection. Due to the nature and location of the work environment, tasks include potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements consistent with routine conditions in a corrections detainment environment.

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.

Benefits The Broward Sheriff's Office values the contributions of its sworn/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 Open Access 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 (DMO, PPO and Indemnity) are available on a pre-tax basis
• 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
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement plan under the Florida Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Programs available (Employee contribution)
• 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 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 SPM3.19 Drug-Free Awareness Program.pdf

https://www.flsenate.gov/laws/statutes/2011/440.102

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This position will require a flexible schedule based on agency needs. The schedule for this position will require the ability to work anytime between 5A - 5PM. Are you able to work this flexible schedule?

• Yes
• No
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