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Archuleta County, Co lists this Detentions Deputy opportunity in pagosa springs, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Detention DeputyArchuleta County Sheriff's Office is recruiting qualified Detention Deputies to join our organization. Our Detention Deputy earns a competitive wage of $25.55 per hour, plus excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(a) retirement plan, with a County match up to 7%, paid holidays, PTO, and $50,000 of life and AD&D insurance.Provides for the care and supervision of inmates confined within the Sheriff's detention facility while ensuring security of the facility and safety and welfare of staff, visitors, and inmates.Essential Functions:The duties described herein are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.Receives, processes, and releases inmates, including taking photographs, obtaining fingerprints, and inventorying and storing inmate property.Explains detention center procedures to detainees and answers questions concerning conditions of detention.Directly supervises inmates to ensure the well-being, care, security, and containment of all inmates in accordance with the guidelines of division, department, and correctional policy, procedures, and regulations.Maintains inmate roster and location boards.Conducts inmate counts and periodic checks of inmate living quarters and common areas.Supervises and monitors inmate activities and behaviors.Operates detention center control panels to secure facility.Responds to emergency situations including accidents, injuries, and inmate conflicts.Restrains and/or subdues inmates using restraint methods consistent with established policy, procedures, and rules.Conducts searches of inmates and inmate property. Conducts shake-down inspections of inmates and living areas.Reports any observed damage to detention facility property. Documents incidents and prepares records and reports of shift activities.Dispenses medications.Participates on the inmate discipline board.Education, Experience and LicensesThis is a sworn position that does not require P.O.S.T. certification, however, POST certification is acceptable and even desirable if the incumbent has been through an Academy (in any State).Education - High School Diploma or GED equivalent.Licenses and Certifications:Possession of a valid Colorado Driver's License.Possession of or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications and maintain such certification throughout the duration of employment with the department.Has or will complete the basic Detention Officer's Training Program, within the first year of employment.Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills preferred.
Worksite address
pagosa springs, CO, 81147, US
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