Detention Deputy; Academy

Position: Detention Deputy (January 2027 Academy)
General Summary

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Physical Agility Test and Written Test Required (August/September 2026 in Boise, Idaho - If selected, a $25 written test fee will apply. To attend testing, you must receive an invitation via email from the Ada County Sheriff's Office). Interviews will be held the day after testing in Boise, Idaho.

Selected candidates will attend the ACSO POST Academy beginning early January 2027. Academies run approximately 19 weeks and include daily physical training.

General Summary

Supervises and maintains custody of inmates and provides security for the Ada County Jail. The incumbent uses personal judgment in the performance of duties, referring unusual, unique, or complex issues to the sergeant for advice and guidance.

Shift Information

Day shift (6:48am - 7:00pm) or Night shift (6:48pm - 7:00am). Work week is four 12-hours shifts, then four days off (2,220 hours per year). Shift pick every six months.

The jail is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This position requires you to work weekends, nights and holidays.

Benefits

Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurances

Idaho PERSI retirement plan

Deferred Compensation plan 457(b) with a County match of up to 3%

Flexible Spending Accounts - Health and Dependent Care

Post-Employment Health Plan - 50% of unused sick leave above 240 hours

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

No cost basic life, accidental death, and short-term disability insurances

Eleven (11) paid holidays annually

Paid vacation leave, sick leave, and parental leave

No cost gym access at three (3) County owned gym facilities

Wellness Program

Optional 401(k) and/or Roth IRA

Visit Employee Benefits to view details regarding our full benefits package.

PAY SCHEDULE FOR THE FIRST 5 YEARS

Deputy

Level I

LevelII

LevelIII

LevelIV

Base

B Basic

$ 29.03

$ 30.08

$ 31.89

$ 35.95

$ 45.42

C Intermediate

$ 29.35

$ 30.40

$ 32.21

$ 36.27

$ 45.75

D Advanced

$ 29.67

$ 30.72

$ 32.53

$ 36.59

$ 46.08

E Degree/Military/Master
* $ 29.99

$ 31.04

$ 32.85

$ 36.91

$ 46.42

Pay Levels I-Base:

All salary increases are based on twelve (12) month intervals.

B = Entry, POST Basic or 64-95 college units

C = POST Intermediate or 96-128 college units

D = POST Advanced

* E = 4-year college degree (Must be froma regionally accredited university/college), or 4 years of honorable U.S. military service, or POST Master Certification.

Lateral Transfer Wage Information

While the selection process and academy training are the same as non-certified applicants, those transferring from other agencies may receive a higher wage upon employment. To be eligible for lateral wages, applicants must have current POST certification.

* Level II = Either (1) Two years' experience working as a commissioned POST certified detention deputy or patrol deputy OR (2) Four years' experience working in a state correctional system as a corrections officer.

* Level III = Either (1) Four years' experience working as a commissioned POST certified detention deputy or patrol deputy OR (2) Six years' experience working in a state correctional system as a corrections officer.

* Level IV = Either (1) Six or more years' total experience as a commissioned POST certified detention deputy or patrol deputy OR (2) Eight years' experience working in a state correctional system as a corrections officer.

* Base = Either (1) Eight or more years' total experience as a commissioned POST certified detention deputy or patrol deputy OR (2) Ten years' experience working in a state correctional system as a corrections officer.

Essential Functions

* Maintains security and custody of inmates;

* Performs routine security checks to include the perimeter of the building and grounds;

* Preserves and enforces Idaho laws and departmental jail policies to maintain security of the jail;

* Processes inmates into the jail and assigns them to the proper level of confinement;

* Receives and maintains inmates' property;

* Forcefully controls and restrains actively resisting inmates;

* Works and maintains eligibility to work all shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, whether assigned or on an as needed or on-call basis;

* Supervises inmate visitations;

* Supervises the dispensing of food to inmates;

* Supervises inmates and trustee-inmates in the cleaning of the jail and inmate living quarters;

* Transports inmates to and from necessary locations;

* Eligible for transfer among all Detention Officer positions and shifts;

* Performs necessary searches for weapons and contraband; and

* Keeps records and prepares reports.

Additional Functions

* May be assigned to special assignments as needed; and

* Performs related work as required.

Job Requirements

* High school diploma or equivalent;

* Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire;

* Must be a citizen of the United States:

* Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation;

* Ability to supervise and communicate with inmates;

* Ability to hear, listen to, and understand radio transmissions using an ear piece;

* Ability to communicate…