Job Description

PLEASE NOTE: To officially be considered an applicant for this position, you are required to apply on the following Moffat County link:

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/moffatcounty/employment-opportunities-20

Closing Date: Sunday, August 7, 2022

MOFFAT COUNTY, COLORADO

CLASS SPECIFICATION



CLASS TITLE: DETENTION DEPUTY REVISED DATE:2010

DEPARTMENT: SHERIFF SUPERCEDES DATE: 02/02

REPORTS TO: DETENTION SERGEANT FLSA STATUS: N



JOB SUMMARY: |

Performs functions related to managing inmates, including: taking custody of inmates; conducting searches; completing required documents; patrolling detention facility; using force to maintain order and gain inmate compliance with lawful orders; and performing related functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)

Processes and oversees inmates housed at the detention facility including: taking custody of inmates; performing visual, pat and strip searches; preparing and completing various documents and reports and entering related information into computer system; assessing inmates prior to incarceration; requesting or obtaining criminal history information; fingerprinting and photographing inmates; issuing clothing and supplies; conducting visual and audio surveillance; collecting contraband and completing reports regarding same; patrolling housing area; performing rescue functions during emergencies; processing inmates for release; administering medications; escorting or transporting inmates to various locations; accounting for inmate laundry; filling commissary orders and making purchases on inmate\'s behalf; processing inmate mail; and overseeing inmates assigned to work details.

Performs maintenance and minor repairs on assigned vehicle and equipment; inspects and tests equipment to assure safety.

Performs administrative functions, including: maintaining logs; tracking inventory of knives, keys, razors and related articles; counting and recording monies received; updating inmate lists and distributing same to various agencies; and maintaining affidavit information.

Performs master/central control functions, including: assuring doors are secure; answering the telephone and providing information on prisoners; maintaining communications with staff and other law enforcement officials; maintaining logs; and screening visitors.

Makes arrangements for inmate escorts to and from court.

Prepares complex, routine and non-routine reports; receives, sorts, and summarizes material for the preparation of reports; prepares work reports; relays and interprets administrative decisions, policies and instructions.

Fingerprints citizens for background checks, permit, per court order, etc.

Submits maintenance requests for facility.

Maintains weapons, equipment and uniforms in functional manner.

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reports administrative and/or operational problems to supervisor.

Responds to fires and related emergency situations, as needed.

Assists with juvenile watches, detoxification watches and mental health watches.

Participates in various training activities.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Firearms Handcuffs/ Leg Chains Two Way Radio RACC Belt

Emergency Vehicle Computer Audiovisual Equipment Fire and Emergency Equipment

Fire Extinguisher Impact Weapons First Aid Equipment Subject Breath Test Machine

Restraint Chair

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

Must be at least 21 years of age.

High School diploma or GED; and

One to two years of progressively responsible related experience; or,

Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Colorado Driver\'s License

Colorado Peace Officers Standards and Training Peace Officer Certification desirable

PPCT Certification

First Aid and CPR Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

Internal departmental policies and procedures.

Applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations.

Techniques of arrest, search and seizure.

Modern office practices and methods.

First aid and emergency medical care.

Mechanics of arrest/restraint tactics.

Safe driving principles and practices.

All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.

Court system and procedures.

Juvenile court system and procedures.

Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.

Safe practices and procedures for performing essential functions of the job.

Skill in:

Responding quickly to changing situations.

Operating and maintaining all assigned equipment required to perform the essential functions of the job.

Using specialized equipment including firearms.

Writing reports.

Administering first aid/CPR.

Communicating orally with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner.

Mental and Physical Abilities:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and so forth.

Ability to deal with problems and stressful situations involving several variables in changing situations.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret department policy and procedures manuals

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; ascend and descend stairs, ladders, etc.; bend body downward and forward, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles; reach with hands and arms; speak and hear; and push, pull and/or lift over 50 pounds frequently and over 100 pounds occasionally.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a detention facility exposing the employee to possible bodily injury from moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools, or machinery, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to persons who have contagious diseases/illnesses, volatile situations and imminent danger when performing the essential functions of the job.

Working time may require irregular hours, shift times, and/or on-call status.

The incumbent\'s working conditions are typically very loud.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

Government Jobs