Job: Detentions Deputy

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Salaried

Wage: $51,000-$61,000/yr. 

Location: Leadville, CO.

Job Description:

The Detention Deputy is responsible for the care and security of all inmates lawfully in the custody of the Sheriff. Performs duties related to the daily operation of the jail.

General Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

• Shall observe the movement and activities of all persons entering the jail.
• Shall limit access to the jail and other restricted areas.
• Shall conduct interior searches of the jail and jail/inmate checks at regular intervals daily.
• Maintain the jail's security by ensuring all inmates are adequately confined; monitor the safety of inmates, detainees, visitors, and employees.
• Book in and release inmates with bond paperwork, as necessary.
• Maintain inmate’s cash accounts and update inmate’s records on a predetermined basis.
• Log all information regarding inmates, on a constant basis, to accurately reflect their activity.
• Operate two-way radios, fingerprint machines, breath testing devices, computers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, and related equipment as it relates to the jail.
• May be called on to testify in Court or Hearings.
• Maintain efficient recording keeping and filing systems for the jail.
• Conducts searches of pods/cells following any intakes and releases to assure the rooms are clear of weapons or contraband.
• Shall conduct weekly searches of the entire jail to include booking, cells, pods and work release.
• Remove any contraband and document inmates found in violation of jail procedures.
• Shall assist road deputies, court deputies, and dispatch personnel with security issues as needed.
• Escorts inmates to court ordered locations by use of approved transportation.

Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities

All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management training and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• HS Diploma, GED
• Have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to complete and successfully pass a written exam, oral board, and psychological evaluation.
• Must be able to see with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to hear with or without hearing aids and speak well enough to converse on the phone and radio.
• Must be able to climb, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, twist, and reach.
• Must be able to write, type, and perform other office duties.
• Must maintain a sufficient level of physical fitness to perform the essential functions of the job.

Hazard Notice N/A

Physical Activity & Work Environment

• Ability to work indoors in an office environment with periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
• Must be able to employ Defensive Tactics and Arrest Control methods, including gross and fine motor skills, kicks, strikes, pressure points, joint locks, and handcuffing.
• Must participate in quarterly firearms training and not less than 40 hours of arrest control training annually.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

EOE Statement

Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.

Lake County Benefits - Full-Time Employees

As a reflection of the value we place on the contributions of our employees, the County offers a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. Please review the 2024 Benefits Guide for full details. The Guide provides information on Lake County Government's benefit offerings, including:

• Employer-Sponsored Medical and Dental Insurance Plans
• 100% Employer Paid Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employer-Sponsored Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• 401(a) and 457(b) Employer Matched Retirement Plans
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Public Health Emergency Leave
• Discounts on concerts, major sporting events, electronics, travel, cars and more!

Lake County Benefits - Part-Time Employees

Lake County is also proud to offer paid sick time off and flexible work schedules for our part-time employees.

Notice of Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Expected Duration of the Application Process

Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately four (4) to six (6) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.