1.
The STU
hours are typically from 0800-1700 Monday thru Friday with Holidays off. The STU staff must be available to answer or
text via phone anytime of the day or night.
The STU staff may be needed to travel for extended amounts of time for
training purposes. STU staff is
“on-call” 24/7. At the direction of the
SERT Commander STU is responsible for initiating a recall of all off-duty SERT
Officers in the event additional assistance is needed. The STU staff can also be temporally utilized
to assist the shift if needed.
2. Ensure that
your all staff is conscientious and adheres to grooming standards, ensure that
the proper uniform is worn and civilian dress codes are in accordance with
policy in order to maintain a professional appearance within departmental
guidelines.
3. Check and
respond to emails in a timely manner.
4. Review
blotters and if applicable incident reports for:
a) Statistical
purposes.
b) Injuries
sustained by SERT officers.
c) Damage/broken/missing
or stolen SERT equipment.
d) Damage/broken/missing
or stolen county issued and non-issued equipment. (handcuffs, leg irons,
flashlights, stab vest, ballistic vest, O.C., Tasers, etc.).
e) Damage/broken/missing
or stolen county equipment from Detention Armories.
I. STU staff
will investigate and appraise the chain of command of above incidents.
II. Be
responsible for the replacement of equipment damage due to normal wear and
tear. III. Obtain price
quotes from vendors and assist supervisors in the coordinating the replacement
of Damage/broken/missing or stolen issued county equipment due to officers
negligence.
5. Ensure that
your Facility Incident Reports are thoroughly reviewed to be clear, concise,
and to the point.
6. Ensure
S.E.R.T. Annual Training Plan is prepare and approve by the SERT Commander two
(2) months prior to its implementation.
Ensure the Annual Training Plan reflect all required S.E.R.T. training
to be conducted throughout the twelve (12) months of the year. Monthly training sessions will be conducted
on different days of the week and attendance is mandatory for all members to
remain in good standing. Ensure the
training plan is readily accessible to all SERT officers (posted in the SERT
rooms or available via sheriff’s intranet).
7. Instruct/facilitate
monthly schedule S.E.R.T. training ensuring all SERT officers maintain their
training proficiency and are in compliances with our training standards. Conduct
three (3) four (4) hour training sessions at various date/time of the month to
accommodate all three (3) shifts.
Reserve the space/location where training is to be conducted. (Main Jail
Multipurpose Room/Annex Multipurpose Room)
a) 1st
Shift SERT Training (1530-1930)
b) 2nd
Shift SERT Training (2330-0330)
c) 3rd
Shift SERT Training (0730-1130)
8. Conduct S.E.R.T.
Academy Classes yearly. SERT Academy is ninety-two
(92) hours minimum. This equates to five (6) hours per day for three weeks to
include weekends.
STU staff will:
a) Draft a memo
for SERT try-outs announcement to be read at roll call (include the eligibility
requirement and the physical fitness evaluation standards).
b) Conduct physical
fitness evaluation of all prospective candidates.
c) Review all candidates
201 file, shift file, attendance records and inmate grievances.
d) Schedule/conduct
IRB’s
e)
Coordinate
with Command Staff their availability to attend SERT graduation
f)
Reserved
multipurpose room for SERT academy and graduation.
g)
Submit a
print request for student binders
h)
Coordinate
Law Enforcement Patrol Shotgun course with training academy instructors.
i)
Submit
Aramark refreshments F-12
j)
Review/update syllabus and lesson plans
k)
Coordinate
with Shift Commanders SERT Cadets being excused from MOT
l)
Coordinate
uniform fitting/orders (cadet’s t-shirts/SERT uniforms).
9.
Critique,
review, and assist with Policy & Procedures updates to enhance practical
and tactical responses for SERT.
10.
Monitor
Critical Incident Reports for SERT video recordings and initiate a report
summary to the S.E.R.T. Commander when discrepancies are noted. Archive all SERT
video’s and maintain a record of those videos. SERT video footage shall be
maintained for five (5) years. SERT video files will be downloaded to a
permanent secured location on the server designated by the BCSO IT
department. A secondary backup will be
stored to an external hard drive.
11.
Review DVDs
records for consistencies with reports.
12.
Investigate
Civil Rights Violations when instructed per USC Title 42, section 1983.
13.
STU staff is
“on-call” 24/7. At the direction of the
SERT Commander STU staff is responsible for initiating a recall of all off-duty
SERT Officers in the event of a major incident and additional SERT assistance
is required.
14. Schedule and conduct annual
“Recall” of all SERT officers for training purposes with multiple incidents in
accordance with NIMS (National Incident Management Program). Analyze S.E.R.T. recalls practical training session for
improvements.
15. Assist in creating and updating a
“phone notification” system for SERT re-calls and emergencies.
16.
Supervise
S.E.R.T. training procedures and maintain S.E.R.T.’s skill levels.
17.
Responsible
for the posting and distribution of S.E.R.T. Monthly training Schedules.
18.
Review and
update S.E.R.T. lesson plans and S.E.R.T. related reports on all S.E.R.T.
Academy Classes.
19.
Maintain a file
folder on all individual S.E.R.T. members recorded training and certifications. All SERT members files shall be maintain for
a minimum of five (5) years.
20. Maintain records on all S.E.R.T.
equipment and inventory control of all S.E.R.T. equipment.
21. Maintain a “custody” sheet/log on all DVD
copies signed out.
22. Inspect and repair all SERT equipment,
(i.e. vests, helmets, chairs, weapon systems.) Rotate equipment out of use when
the expiration dates arise, especially the Grant items.
23.
Conduct weekly and monthly inspections of all armories/SERT rooms and
maintain all inventory sheets for no less than two (2) years.
24. Have knowledge in the preparation and
submission of General Fund and Fund 508 budget relating to STU.
25. Have knowledge how to properly fill out
and submit Form 12 and additional documents as required (price quote, sole
source etc.).
26. Coordinate with various venders and the
business office the ordering, tracking and receipt of items order.
27. Have a working knowledge of Microsoft
Access, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Word programs. Must have experience in
handling evidence for court and other agencies.
28. Review New Technology for possible
incorporation into the BCSO Adult Detention Center SERT.
29. Maintain a professional relationship with
the Criminal Investigation office of the District Attorney’s Office, the BCSO
CID office and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and other agencies.
30. Assemble training packets from monthly
SERT training, specialty training and submit them to the training academy for
submission to TCOLE.
31. Maintain inventory of all X26/X26P
Taser’s, cartridges, DPM/PPM’s and the ordering and issuance of the Taser’s.
Conduct preventive maintenance as needed.
Download of the Taser’s quarterly or when specifically requested.
32. Responsible for photographing and
downloading images for training, evidence, policies, and scenarios.
33. Train SERT members and supervisors in the
National Incident Management Program, (NIMS).
34. Maintain a record of all instructors’ qualifications
(TCOLE instructors, Pepper Ball systems, O.C., and Taser.)
35. Conduct certification, recertification,
and qualifications classes for use of specialized less than lethal weapons and
chemical agents (X26/X26P Taser, O.C. chemical agent, 40MM, and Pepper Ball)
for all officers assigned to detention.
36. Research, procure and distribute
equipment necessary for enhancing the safety and security of our facility while
maintaining a safe environment for all uniform officers, civilian staff and
inmates.
37. Assist the BCSO Recruiting section in
SERT display and participate in community related events.