Detention Deputy

PLEASE NOTE:

To officially be considered an applicant for this position, you are required to apply on the following Moffat County link:

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/moffatcounty/employment-opportunities-20

Closing Date:
Sunday, August 7, 2022

MOFFAT COUNTY, COLORADO

CLASS SPECIFICATION

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CLASS

TITLE:

DETENTION DEPUTY REVISED DATE:2010

DEPARTMENT: SHERIFF SUPERCEDES DATE: 02/02

REPORTS TO:

DETENTION SERGEANT FLSA STATUS: N

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JOB SUMMARY:

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Performs functions related to managing inmates, including: taking custody of inmates; conducting searches; completing required documents; patrolling detention facility; using force to maintain order and gain inmate compliance with lawful orders; and performing related functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

(All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)

Processes and oversees inmates housed at the detention facility including: taking custody of inmates; performing visual, pat and strip searches; preparing and completing various documents and reports and entering related information into computer system; assessing inmates prior to incarceration; requesting or obtaining criminal history information; fingerprinting and photographing inmates; issuing clothing and supplies; conducting visual and audio surveillance; collecting contraband and completing reports regarding same;

patrolling housing area; performing rescue functions during emergencies; processing inmates for release; administering medications; escorting or transporting inmates to various locations; accounting for inmate laundry; filling commissary orders and making purchases on inmate's behalf; processing inmate mail; and overseeing inmates assigned to work details.

Performs maintenance and minor repairs on assigned vehicle and equipment; inspects and tests equipment to assure safety.

Performs administrative functions, including: maintaining logs; tracking inventory of knives, keys, razors and related articles; counting and recording monies received; updating inmate lists and distributing same to various agencies; and maintaining affidavit information.

Performs master/central control functions, including: assuring doors are secure; answering the telephone and providing information on prisoners; maintaining communications with staff and other law enforcement officials; maintaining logs; and screening visitors.

Makes arrangements for inmate escorts to and from court.

Prepares complex, routine and non‑routine reports; receives, sorts, and summarizes material for the preparation of reports; prepares work reports; relays and interprets administrative decisions, policies and instructions.

Fingerprints citizens for background checks, permit, per court order, etc.

Submits maintenance requests for facility.

Maintains weapons, equipment and uniforms in functional manner.

IMPORTANT

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reports administrative and/or operational problems to supervisor.

Responds to fires and related emergency situations, as needed.

Assists with juvenile watches, detoxification watches and mental health watches.

Participates in various training activities.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Firearms Handcuffs/ Leg Chains Two Way Radio RACC Belt

Emergency Vehicle Computer Audiovisual Equipment Fire and Emergency Equipment

Fire Extinguisher Impact Weapons First Aid Equipment Subject Breath Test Machine

Restraint Chair

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

Must be at least 21 years of age.

High School diploma or GED; and

One to two years of progressively responsible related experience; or,

Any…