Primary Purpose 
The CID Detective is a sworn Deputy Sheriff assigned to a CID Unit as a criminal investigator. Deputy Sheriffs 
are constitutional law enforcement officers acting under the authority of the Sheriff, responsible for maintaining 
the peace and safety of our community by providing law enforcement services to the citizens and visitors of St 
Johns County. At the direction of CID chain of command staff, CID Detective(s) will be assigned to a specific 
and specialized CID Unit: 

Behavioral Intervention Detective: The Behavioral Intervention Detective is responsible for conducting investigations to identify high users of the healthcare and jail systems based upon their pre-existing mental illness and attempt to divert them into other treatment options. This detective will also be responsible for identifying subjects with behavioral health related issues that could cause harm to themselves, others, or the community by linking those individuals with social services to mitigate risk.  The detective is expected to collaborate with behavioral health partners. 

Education and Qualification Requirements
• 19 Years or older 
• Valid Florida Driver License 
• High School Diploma or equivalent General Education Diploma (GED) 
• CJSTC Law Enforcement Certificate 
• Knowledge of Department of Children and Families Policy and Protocols 
• Must not have received a dishonorable discharge from any branch of the Armed Forces 
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement 

Duties 
• Respond to crime scenes and other situations to support other detectives and staff as applicable 
• Establish facts through interviews with victims, witnesses, and other sources of information 
• Interrogate suspects 
• Prepare and execute subpoenas, court orders, and search warrants 
• Identify and ensure proper collection of evidence 
• Initiate criminal investigations 
• Assist other detectives and agencies with investigative requests 
• Act quickly and calmly in emergencies 
• Administer first aid, arbitrate disputes, conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations, secure crime 
scenes, collect evidence, obtain witness statements, apprehend and interview suspects, make arrests, and 
transport offenders 
• Be engaged with the community and aware of persons and places suspected of illegal activity and/or 
potential problems within an assigned area 
• Complete detailed reports or supplements on actions taken 
• Enter or retrieve data from computer terminals 
• Testify as a witness in court of involvement with arrests and investigations 
• Attend annual training and maintain required qualifications and certifications 
• Answer the on-call phone and respond to incidents as directed by supervisor 
• Conduct training for detectives on SJSO procedures for conducting investigations, including new 
detective training/orientation 
• Participate in the Safeguard Program 
• Other duties as assigned 

Job Controls and Complexities 
• Report to Supervisor 
• Adopt problem solving skills 
• Adhere to laws/agency policy/rules/ regulations/SOP/ procedures 
• Maintain confidentiality/security of files and information obtained in the course of employment 
• Maintain continuity and operational efficiency by accurate and timely dissemination of information to 
supervisor and co-workers 
• Adhere to leave, overtime and attendance policies/procedures (i.e. arrive promptly, regular attendance at 
work, notification to supervisor regarding absence from work due to illness or untimely incidents, etc.) 

Contacts 
• SJSO Employees 
• General Public 
• Other Governmental Agencies 

Physical Environment 
• Work normal business hours
• Some cases may require work outside of normal business hours, including nights, holidays and 
weekends
• Work an on-call schedule as assigned by supervisor and respond within a reasonable amount of time to 
after hour call-outs 
• Schedules may vary depending on agency needs (i.e. Alpha/Bravo shift due to hurricane deployment)
• Subject to overtime requirements as needed
• Potential exposure to inclement weather, noisy environment, threat of bodily harm, hazardous 
conditions, various odors, chemicals, pathogens, unsanitary locations, and unsightly and disturbing 
crime scenes and images 
• Work may require acts of physical endurance and agility 
• Work under highly stressful conditions both in field operations and an office environment 
• Operate motor vehicle safely in routine (Code 1) and emergency mode (Code 3) 
• Make decisions which affect the welfare and safety of the public and other employees, involving 
elements of personal danger and ability to act independently in various situations while exercising 
independent discretion in addressing emergency situations 
• Must be able to meet the physical standard requirements completed by the Physical Abilities Test 
• Must be able to demonstrate safety and proficiency with firearms and pass the agency qualification 
• Sit for long periods 
• Stand for long periods 
• See at normal range or with accommodations 
• Hear at normal level or with accommodations 
• Speak understandably 
• Manual dexterity 
• Ambulate independently 
• Frequently grasp/push/pull/bend/squat/lift/carry items up to 105 lbs or more 
• Occasionally reach above head/kneel/walk/climb/stoop/stand/lift items up to 105 lbs or more 

Important Information 
Regular attendance is critical to the success of this position and is required of all Agency personnel. 
The list of tasks, policies and proficiencies for this position, as well as any statements contained within this page, 
are considered essential. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate 
individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant 
risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, or the public. This job description in no way states 
or implies the listed duties are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employee 
will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested 
by his/her supervisor. 

See SJSO Policy for additional information on agency expectations and Senior Status requirements 

EFFECTIVE: 01/22/26
History: Updated Job Duty