Courier Supervisor

Minimum Requirements

Must be a current BSO employee who has successfully completed their probationary period.

Two (2) years of previous experience in clerical support, courier, or high volume mail operation.

Demonstrated experience should include supervisory and/or administrative aspects of the work.

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, please click on the following link: Driving History (in-person) OR 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 administrative direction, the purpose of the position is to provide supervision in the delivery, dispatch and retrieval of documents, mail, evidence, property and other related items. Employees in this classification perform courier and clerical support duties, with responsibility for the pick up, scheduling, recording and delivery of inter/intra-departmental documents, evidence, property and related items. Employees in this classification are distinguished from that of the Courier level by having acquired specific experience in the disciplines of the unit. Employees in this classification perform lead work duties within the unit by supervising and monitoring work performed. 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. Reviews and monitors customer requests and complaints and determines proper resolution. Assigns duties to subordinates and verifies that all assignments are completed. Monitors office supplies and prepares requests for supplies. Notifies unit manager of equipment and or vehicle malfunctions. Assists in assessing the efficiency of operations and in recommending and implementing changes as necessary. Supervises and provides training to employees in work methods and procedures. Determines the need for special attention to operating or technical requirements and leaves instructions for other shift personnel for their execution; keeps records and reports of operations. Assists in performing personnel management duties, i.e., scheduling, assigning duties, recommending hire, transfer, discipline, promotion. Provides for pick-up, scheduling, recording, receipt, and delivery of inter/intra-departmental documents, evidence, property and related items. Opens, sorts, and arranges items; determines postage and prepares mail, packages, office supplies and other items. Delivers mail, packages, office supplies and other items, operating vehicles as needed. 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). 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. 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.