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Government Jobs lists this SHERIFF'S OFFICE - DETENTION OFFICER TRAINEE opportunity in el paso, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Detention Officer TraineeThis listing closes on 9/30/2026 at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada).Salary: $45,406.40 AnnuallyLocation: (Could be any assigned County location) - 3850 Justice Rd., El Paso, TX 79938, TXJob Type: Full Time RegularJob Number: Department: Sheriff's OfficeDivision: Sheriff's Office DetentionOpening Date: 11/04/2025Closing Date: 9/30/2026 at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada)Minimum QualificationsAcceptable Experience and Education: U.S High school graduate, GED. Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certificates and Licenses Required: Must be at least 18 years of age, must meet the minimum standards for initial licensure required by TCLEOSE and the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, must have a current and valid Texas driver's license.Typical DutiesEssential Duties: Successfully performs physical and academic curriculum in a classroom/obstacle course setting to learn the duties of a Detention Officer position; Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrates commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills. Other Important Duties: Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.Job SummarySummary of Position: The Detention Officer Trainee works under regular supervision while training in detention officer duties in accordance with the mission, goals and objectives of the El Paso County Sheriff's Office and in compliance with governing federal, state and local laws.Additional InformationOrganizational Relationships: Reports to: Section Supervisor Directs: Although this is a non-supervisory position the incumbent is required to direct inmates. Other: Has frequent contact with other county employees, inmates, general public and other law enforcement agencies. Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: Computer literature, English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; techniques for effective interpersonal communications. Skill/Ability to: to read, write and be able to communicate effectively in English; to conceal any tattoos, body art or branding by use of the authorized uniform or Office authorized clothing; have and maintain high ethical stands; maintain confidentiality of information; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, read and interpret documents such as department/division policy and procedures manual, inmate rules and regulations; learn to write routine reports and correspondence; add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; observe situations analytically and objectively, and record them clearly and completely; react quickly and calmly in emergencies; complete the El Paso County Sheriff's Office/Region VIII Training Academy (or equivalent upon approval of the Sheriff), including passing the Detention Officer licensing examination in compliance with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education in a reasonable timeframe. Speak effectively; Pass a background investigation. Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance:Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;Maintain strict confidentiality;Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,Maintain and enhance the County's commitment to customer service excellenceBenefitsThe County of El Paso offers a very comprehensive benefit package (some benefits may not apply to part time or temporary employees) consisting of the following:HOLIDAYS 16 holidays per year as recognized.VACATION Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees. 10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service) 15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service) 20 days (15 years of service or over)SICK LEAVE Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 10 days of sick leave per year.MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES Military Leave – 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service Bereavement Leave – 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member and 4 hours for other family members and friends.MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITSPlan Costs – Biweekly RatesMedical Traditional Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) No Discounts EE Only $5.56 EE & Spouse $186.31 EE & Children $130.71 EE & Family $305.26 2% Tobacco-Free Discount EE Only - $5.45 EE & Spouse - $182.58 EE & Children - $128.10 EE & Family - $299.15 4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $5.34 EE & Spouse - $178.86 EE & Children - $125.48 EE & Family - $293.05 6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $5.23 EE & Spouse - $175.13 EE & Children - $122.87 EE & Family - $286.94 Traditional Core Plan No Discounts EE Only - $37.07 EE & Spouse - $290.33 EE & Children - $224.36 EE & Family - $459.83 2% Tobacco-Free Discount EE Only - $36.33 EE & Spouse - $284.52 EE & Children - $219.87 EE & Family - $450.63 4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $35.59 EE & Spouse - $278.72 EE & Children -$215.39 EE & Family - $441.744 6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $34.85 EE & Spouse - $272.91 EE & Children - $210.90 EE & Family - $432.24El Paso County - ACO - Hospitals of Providence Network Plan Options Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) ACO No Discounts EE Only $5.00 EE & Spouse $167.68 EE & Children $117.64 EE & Family $274.73 2% Tobacco-Free Discount EE Only - $4.91 EE & Spouse - $464.32 EE & Children - $115.29 EE & Family - $269.24 4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $4.81 EE & Spouse - $160.97 EE & Children - $112.93 EE & Family - $263.75 6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount EE Only - $4.71 EE & Spouse - $157.62 EE & Children - $110.58 EE & Family - $258.25 Core Plan ACO
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el paso, TX, 79938, US
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