Detentions Captain

Job Title

Detentions Captain

Sheriff’s Office

Undersheriff

Full‑Time, Exempt

$90,509‑$98,901 annually, based on years of experience as a certified law‑enforcement officer.

• Step 1: $90,509
• Step 2: $93,224
• Step 3: $96,021
• Step 4: $98,901

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.

Receives general direction from Undersheriff or higher ranks. Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff through subordinate levels of supervision.

This is a management level classification within the Sheriff’s Office responsible for managing the operations, administrative, support, and/or communication functional area of the Office. Incumbents are responsible for recommending and implementing policies and procedures for the assigned division, participating in budget administration and reporting, and coordinating key programs and projects with other County divisions, departments, and external agencies.

• Directs, manages, and supervises Detentions, Court Security and Inmate Transports within the Detentions division; monitors program efficiency and effectiveness; assesses workload and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Oversees all administrative functions in the assigned division; ensures compliance with standards, laws, codes, and internal controls; coordinates the division’s work with other departments.
• Participates in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; evaluates operations and determines if new or revised processes are necessary.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates Detentions staff; coordinates payroll functions; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
• Participates in budget development and oversight; directs the division budget and maintains fiscal control; determines funding needs for staff, equipment, and supplies.
• Administers contracts and grants; negotiates contracts; ensures compliance with County specifications and service quality requirements.
• Supervises personnel and conducts internal investigations; prepares written reports and recommendations; ensures proper material preparation for court.
• Responsible for procurement of goods and services; maintains departmental equipment.
• Consults with and advises executive‑level staff; prepares oral and written reports; presents to commissions, committees, and boards.
• Serves as liaison for assigned functions with other County departments, divisions, and outside agencies; provides staff support to commissions and task forces.
• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in law enforcement; researches emerging products and enhancements applicable to County needs.
• Monitors changes in regulations and technology; implements approved policy and procedural changes.
• Investigates and responds to complex and sensitive problems and complaints; reports findings and takes corrective action.
• Establishes and maintains 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.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associates degree or equivalent college credit hours.
• Five (5) years of law‑enforcement experience.
• Two (2) years performing duties at a level equivalent to Sheriff’s Sergeant.
• Experience with law‑enforcement related administrative duties and grants.
• At least one leadership class certification (POST/CSOC/LEEDA) or equivalent.
• At least one instructor certification in a law‑enforcement related field.