Sheriff's Office - Detention Deputy

SHERIDAN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

OPEN POSITION:Detention Deputy
PAY RATE:$59,809.50 annually depending on experience.
BENEFITS:Medical insurance and prescription drug coverage, dental insurance, eye insurance, term life insurance, Wyoming Retirement program, vacation and sick leave, paid holidays.

DESCRIPTION:This position is responsible for the oversight of inmates at the county jail.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Ensures the security of the jail facility by performing internal and external security checks and by conducting cell searches.
• Conducts head counts; searches for and confiscates unauthorized items; administers discipline and privileges according to jail policy.
• Performs booking and release of inmates, including receiving, searching, photographing, fingerprinting, and completing bond paperwork
• Issues clothing, linens, personal items and meals to inmates; dispenses medication as authorized.
• Supervises inmates engaged in cleaning duties.
• Transports inmates to medical appointments, court, and other correctional facilities.
• Coordinates the extradition of prisoners; arranges related transportation; processes related paperwork.
• Coordinates and participates in the maintenance of Sheriff’s Office buildings and grounds as assigned; coordinates work with external contractors.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

• Knowledge of criminal detention principles and practices.
• Knowledge of department booking procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Knowledge of First Aid and CPR.
• Knowledge of physical restraint techniques and equipment
• Skill in interpersonal relations
• Skill in the supervision of inmates

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Wyoming for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Certification for the State of Wyoming.

This position will remain open until filled.

Sheridan County is an Equal Opportunity Employer