Security Deputy

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Under the general direction of the Sheriff or designee, and the direct supervision of the Shift Security Sergeant, this position is responsible for maintaining safety, security, and order within the County Jail and related facilities. Duties include enforcing state, county, and federal laws; investigating incidents; assisting citizens; making arrests; serving criminal and civil processes; and carrying out prisoner intake, supervision, transport, and release activities.

The role also supports facility security through inspections, public relations, and accurate documentation.

• Conduct security checks of housing units, common areas, recreation areas, Huber areas, and visitation spaces to ensure the safety and security of staff, inmates, and visitors.
• Monitor inmate activities, investigate incidents, and document findings in accordance with facility policies.
• Perform prisoner intake procedures, including screenings, searches, fingerprinting, photographing, inventorying property, and assigning housing.
• Maintain detailed records such as activity logs, incident reports, visitation logs, and medical/mental health documentation.
• Distribute inmate meals, medications, laundry, and mail in accordance with established procedures.
• Respond to disturbances, medical or mental health emergencies, and requests for assistance, providing appropriate intervention.
• Prepare and escort inmates for court, attorney visits, and transfers between facilities.
• Supervise Huber inmates entering or exiting for work release and ensure compliance with facility rules.
• Apply disciplinary actions for rule violations as required.
• Transport inmates to and from outside facilities in compliance with security procedures.
• Carry out law enforcement duties within the jail consistent with departmental, local, state, and federal laws.
• Administer breathalyzer testing as needed.

• Knowledge of laws, regulations, ordinances, and departmental policies affecting jail operations.
• Proficiency in personal self-defense and approved restraint techniques.
• Familiarity with jail security procedures, inmate supervision, and correctional facility operations.
• Ability to assess and respond appropriately to security threats or emergencies.
• Strong observational, documentation, and reporting skills.
• Proficient use of radios, restraint devices, and relevant law enforcement equipment.
• Skilled in operating computers and facility management software.
• Effective interpersonal skills for working with inmates, staff, law enforcement personnel, and the public.
• Ability to communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats.

• At least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certified jail officer per Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board, or obtained certification within 12 months of hire.
• Successful completion of the Door County Sheriff’s Office Correction Training Officer (CTO) training program within 12 months of hire.

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in police science, criminal justice, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Prior experience in corrections or public safety.

Work is primarily performed within the jail facility under varying shift schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Duties require frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crawling. Employees must occasionally lift or move up to 60 pounds and have the ability to perform tasks involving vision, hearing, and physical agility. Work may involve exposure to hostile or dangerous situations requiring…