Sergeant

NOTICE TO APPLICANT This position will close at 12:00AM MST on the End Date.

Compensation for an individual whose qualifications exceed the minimum qualifications for the job may be hired above the minimum of the range based on related education and full years of related work experience as presented on the application.

You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.

Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.

Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, ensure that Detention Officers are providing security, safety, health, and care of detainees confined in the Detention Center.

• Must learn, understand and be able to facilitate all the duties under Direct Supervision protocols.
• Maintain the security and safety of the jail; process the booking and release of offenders; supervise inmate work crews and provide supervision during meals; conduct cell searches and head counts; transport and escort inmates to doctor's appointments; and facilitate the movement of detainees from booking to housing.
• Responsible for training new Detention Officers on job duties under his or her supervision; ensure all work is completed appropriately and safely; perform employee evaluations; recommend disciplinary action to the assigned Lieutenant; monitor delegated work duties for areas of responsibility and/or assignment; conduct briefings with staff; address operational issues in areas of responsibility and/or assignment.
• Administer first aid when necessary and refers detainees to the attention of the medical staff as necessary.
• Review all incident reports from assigned staff for accuracy, proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Responsible for the supervision of assigned Detention Officers; train, motivate and evaluate personnel; recommend training to the Lieutenant; work with employees to correct deficiencies; recommend disciplinary action and implement discipline.
• Monitor and patrol security of designated areas of the facility and control traffic to and from specific areas; report and document any unusual conditions of potential disorder; and perform counts according to policy and directives.
• Will work as Facility Training Officer (FTO) for assigned shift as delegated.
• JUVENILE SERGEANTS: At the discretion of management based on facility needs, this position may be assigned a 12-hour shift schedule or Monday through Friday schedule; the Monday through Friday assignment may be assigned for 12-hour shift coverage as necessary.

• Will perform duties of a detention officer on an "as needed" basis.
• Other duties may be assigned.

A. Education. High school diploma or equivalent.

B. Experience. Three (3) years of full-time work experience as an officer in a detention facility, correctional institute, or similar type program that dealt with the adjudication and incarceration of individuals in a confined and controlled environment.

C. Education/Experience substitution. None.

D. Licenses/Certifications. Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license if assigned to Transport Division; be able to obtain certifications for CPR and First Aid within 90-days of hire.

E. Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver's license record, etc.). NCIC, polygraph, psychological exam, background check, medical exam, and driver's license record.

K nowledge of :
Operations, services and activities of standards, policies and procedures, and comprehensive detention programs; laws, regulations and procedures applicable to the operation of holding facilities and victim's rights; ACIC/NCIC/PACE/AFIS systems, security and privacy;
Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies, their functions, jurisdiction, and procedural and operational relationship to detention; budget principles and practices; modern supervisory, training and evaluation methods, theories, and practices

Skilled in :
Computer equipment and software for spreadsheets and databases; statistical analysis, research methods and report presentation.

Ability to :
Establish and maintain effective working relationships; analyze problems, identify appropriate solutions and project consequences of proposed actions; provide implementation in support of goals; make sound judgments and use discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures and in planning, assigning, directing, and evaluating the work of employees; use logical and creative thought processes to develop written specifications and/or oral instructions;

provide leadership and manage and supervise a 24-hour holding facility; comprehend and make inferences from material written in the English language; listen and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; recall visual details; interact effectively with…