Civilian Process Server

Brevard County Sheriff's Office; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is seeking a dependable civil process server to deliver subpoenas, criminal summonses, and related non-enforceable documents in accordance with Florida law. The role operates a department vehicle and requires strong organizational skills and reliable attendance.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid Florida driver’s license. Strong communication abilities and the capacity to work with the public are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required and must be maintained.
• Ability to read road maps and follow written/oral instructions.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Interact with the general public in a professional manner.
• Knowledge of civil process procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates Department vehicle.
• Sorts, separates and organizes civil and/or criminal documents as received.
• Locates addresses and makes necessary calls to obtain information.
• Serves subpoenas, criminal summons and other non-enforceable documents.
• Returns undeliverable writs and checks forwarding addresses.
• Performs basic data entry, telephoning, filing and photocopying.
• Prepares routine and special reports as required.
• Adherence to attendance standards.

Skills

Valid Florida Driver's License

Read maps

Communication skills

Interact with the public

Civil process awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Florida Driver's License (maintain throughout duration of employment.)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Florida Driver's License (maintain throughout duration of employment.)
• Read road maps and follow written/oral instructions.
• Communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Interactwith the general public
• Knowledge of civil process procedure and paperwork preferred.
• Prior military or law enforcement experience preferred.

Job Class Description

: The purpose of the class is to serve subpoenas, criminal summons and other non-enforceable legal documents in accordance with Florida Statutes and regulations of the Sheriff's Office. The class works under general supervision.

Position Duties

• Operates Department vehicle
• Sorts, separates and organizes civil and/or criminal documents as they are received.
• Locates addresses of recipients, making necessary telephone calls to establish information.
• Serves the public subpoenas, criminal summons and other non-enforceable legal documents in area of responsibility.
• Returns undeliverable Writs to Department; checks with USPS for forwarding addresses for recipients who have moved.
• Performs routine office tasks such as data entry, telephoning, filing and photocopying.
• Prepares routine, recurring and special reports as required.
• Employer has attendance standards

Additional Information

Hours and Schedule: Work is generally completed during normal business hours, however, must be available to work extended workdays and hours to meet operational needs or in the event of an emergency. Schedule may involve occasional evenings, weekends or holidays.

The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), disability or genetic information in employment practices. We encourage veterans, service members and their spouses and family members to apply for employment with this agency, qualified applicants will receive preference and priority in hiring decisions. ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Job applicants and current employees are invited to discuss ADA accommodations.