Custody Technician

CUSTODY TECHNICIAN - WE WILL TRAIN YOU!

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office – Kootenai County Jail

Position Summary

This position supports Detention Deputies during the inmate booking and release process. Duties include direct contact with inmates, maintaining and updating inmate records, and performing various jail-related clerical tasks. The position also requires operating the jail’s control systems, including doors, gates, video surveillance, and intercom systems, requiring strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.

• Starting Pay: $22.96 per hour DOE (includes $0.50 shift differential)
• Retirement:
  Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI)
• Pension plan with 5-year vesting
• Lifetime payout upon retirement
• Healthcare:
  Comprehensive benefits package, including access for employees and dependents to a free medical clinic offering:
• Primary care appointments
• Medications
• Student Loan Forgiveness:
  This position qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, allowing eligible employees to receive 100% student loan forgiveness.

Summary

CUSTODY TECHNICIAN - WE WILL TRAIN YOU!

Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office – Kootenai County Jail

Position Summary

This position supports Detention Deputies during the inmate booking and release process. Duties include direct contact with inmates, maintaining and updating inmate records, and performing various jail-related clerical tasks. The position also requires operating the jail’s control systems, including doors, gates, video surveillance, and intercom systems, requiring strong hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Pay: $22.96 per hour DOE (includes $0.50 shift differential)
• Retirement:
  Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI)
• Pension plan with 5-year vesting
• 11.96% employer contribution
• Lifetime payout upon retirement
• Healthcare:
  Comprehensive benefits package, including access for employees and dependents to a free medical clinic offering:
• Primary care appointments
• Medications
• Lab services
• Additional healthcare services
• Student Loan Forgiveness:
  This position qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, allowing eligible employees to receive 100% student loan forgiveness.

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Ideal Candidates

We Are Seeking Candidates Who

• Enjoy working with technology in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate strong communication skills
• Can multitask effectively while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants Must

• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Have at least six (6) months of work experience
• Possess or be able to obtain NCIC (National Crime Information Center) certification within six (6) months of hire
• Be able to carry and use pepper spray
• Please view the automatic disqualifiers for working with the Sheriff's Office before applying

Important Application Information

Integrity and honesty are critical throughout the hiring process. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information in all application materials. Omissions or misrepresentations may result in disqualification at any stage of the process.

If you have questions about this opportunity, please contact the Sheriff’s Office recruiting team:

KCSOrecruit

Applicants are encouraged to reach out before or after initial testing with any questions about the process.

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