Detention Specialist
Brighton, CO 
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Posted 15 days ago
Job Description
What Success Looks Like In This Job


Mission:

To be a reliable and proactive agency that protects and serves the community equally

Vision:

To provide a trusted and respected service to our community through strong leadership, professionalism, and innovation.

Values:

Dependability, Collaboration, Compassion, Unity


Position Summary:

A Detention Specialist maintains the security of the jail while preserving order to ensure the safety and welfare of staff, visitors, and inmates.


Examples of Duties for Success

Reports to: Platoon Sergeant

  • Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders
  • Duties include but not limited to, answer calls for service; complete appropriate and required paperwork; testify in court; resolve conflict; complete required training; communicate clearly with citizens and other law enforcement professionals; dispense information to those who need it
  • Prepare variety of reports
  • Observation of Activities for safety of Sheriff's Office staff, contract staff and inmates.
  • Communicate by using the computer, telephone, two-way radio and intercom systems
  • Monitor and Record Inmate access and movement to and from the modules, Individual pods, visiting areas, master control and booking control
  • Operate Control panels and emergency alarm systems
  • Control access between front entrance, rear entrance and other secured areas of the Detention Facility
  • Track Inmate movement by logging information into the computer system, using JMS
  • Maintain balance of inmates using a roster, computer log, and physical count
  • Participate in training
  • Maintain Inventory and key control
  • Notify Sergeant of Emergency Situations. Contact other agencies that are needed, i.e. (SWAT, Ambulance, Fire Dept., etc.)
  • Monitor emergency alarms; observe controls to ensure systems are operable
  • Control access between the front entrance lobby, rear entrance, and other secured areas of the Jail facility
  • Perform main switchboard operations for incoming calls for Sheriff's Office Facilities.
  • Observe Deputy movement on the floor to ensure safety and security through observation from control tower and other assigned duty posts
  • Record inmate information on inmate's chronological records. These records document history of disciplinary actions, contacts, extra issue items, medical needs
  • Perform other duties that are assigned
Qualifications for Success

  • Minimum 18 years of age
  • Must have a High School Diploma/GED
  • Valid Colorado Drivers License
  • Ability to type 25 WPM with accuracy
  • Knowledge of Computer Systems (MS Office Suite)
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to communicate effectively (Written and Oral)
  • Ability to maintain level of confidentiality
  • Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups and individuals

Adams County is an equal employment opportunity employer.


 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$47,240.19 - $66,136.27 Annually
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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