Detention Specialist – Master Control

Detention Specialist – Master Control

Jail Division
- Boulder County Sheriff's Office

Hiring Range: $5,070 - $6,182

Pay Range: $5,070 - $7,293

The Master Control Detention Specialist is responsible for the supervision of employee, visitor, and inmate movement throughout the facility. They are responsible for directing radio communications both internally and externally for the jail facility. Additionally, they will be required to maintain and collect daily records pertinent to their position.

Staffing:
Must be available to be assigned to any shift to cover a 7-day week, 24 hours, 365 days of the year work schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays). Shifts are 12 hours per day with (1) 10-hour shift per week but must be flexible in response to Jail Staffing needs. Mandatory on-call may be a requirement of this position.

New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month.

Boulder County is a family-friendly workplace dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager.

• Responsible for monitoring movement in the facility
• Ensures that authorized staff and inmate movement in and out of the facility
• Responsible for monitoring and directing radio traffic for the facility and transport team
• Required to work with other law enforcement jurisdictions
• Assists with public contacts and communication
• Be proficient with the jail's record management system
• Required to work independently with minimal supervision
• Escort visitors throughout the facility
• Other duties and tasks as assigned
• Must acquire and Maintain Colorado Notary in first 3 months of employment

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. Must be proficient in clerical/computer entry. Experience or any equivalent combination of education or experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, and skill in operating office equipment. Must possess strong communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to perform varied clerical tasks sometimes under pressure of time and heavy workload. Must have a working knowledge of correct English grammar and spelling. Must be able to deal with information of a confidential and/or unpleasant nature.

Must be able to learn quickly and retain knowledge of varied and sometimes complex procedures. Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and shift work. May be required to work special hours on short notice. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Must successfully pass a complete and thorough application and background investigation.

Polygraph examination, psychological evaluation and drug screen is required. Desirable Traits
-Excellent Attendance and Dependability
-Flexibility
-Integrity and Honesty
-Motivated and Dedicated
-Detail-Orientated
-Team-Orientated
-Strong Work Ethic
-Positive, Polite, and Approachable
-Continuous Improvement Orientated
-Good Communication Skills

Physical Requirements:

1. Vision
- Dual vision is not required. Single eye correctable vision is acceptable. Constantly uses vision to monitor screens, read teletype printouts…