Detentions Captain

Job Title: Detentions Captain
Department: Sheriff’s Office
Reports To: Undersheriff
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Compensation Range: $90, annually

Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff of a major functional area of the Sheriff’s Office; participates in the development of policies and strategies for division operations; manages the effective use of division or unit resources to improve organizational productivity and public service; provides complex and responsible support to assigned management personnel in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned.

• Directs, manages, and supervises Detentions, Court Security and Inmate Transports within the Detentions division; continuously monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses workload, administrative, and support systems; identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Oversees all administrative functions in the assigned division; ensures related functions and activities comply with established standards, requirements, internal controls, laws, codes, statutes, regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures; coordinates the division’s work with other divisions of the department.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; evaluates divisional operations and determines if new or revised rules, regulations, policies, or procedures are necessary.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates Detentions staff including Sergeants, Corporals, Detentions Deputies and Court Security Deputies; coordinates division personnel and payroll functions; works with employees to correct deficiencies; and implements discipline and termination procedures.
• Manages the division budget; directs budgeting activities and maintains fiscal control; determines funding needs for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures compliance with budgeted funding.
• Administers contracts and grants; negotiates contracts; ensures compliance with County specifications, service quality, and other requirements.
• Conducts internal investigations, prepares written reports and recommendations; reviews reports and material gathered by subordinates; ensures compliance with standards, requirements, and procedures; prepares material for court.
• Procures goods and services; maintains departmental equipment; ensures proper maintenance of all equipment.
• Consults with and advises executive-level staff on matters relating to division activities; prepares oral and written reports; presents reports to commissions, committees, and boards.
• Serves as liaison for department with other County departments, divisions, and outside agencies; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces as necessary.
• Attends professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in law enforcement; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to County needs.
• Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval.
• Receives, investigates, and responds to complex and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies findings and takes corrective action.
• Directs establishment and maintenance of working and official division files.
• Ensures staff compliance with County and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Serves as the Sheriff’s representative on review boards and committees.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Employer‑Sponsored Medical and Dental Insurance Plans
• 100% Employer‑Paid Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employer‑Sponsored Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer‑Paid Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer‑Paid Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• 401(a) and 457(b) Retirement Plans with a 9% Employer Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on concerts, major sporting events, electronics,…