Detention Deputy

Salary: $23.08-$28.06 per hour

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the care, custody and control of inmates at the Park County Jail.

Essential Functions:

• Following departmental policies and procedures, this position performs supervision of assigned inmates; maintains care, custody, control and accountability of assigned inmates;
• Conducts security and welfare checks of assigned inmates and areas; observes and controls inmate movement; searches for contraband; prevents inmate escapes, assaults or injury of inmates and staff;
• Ensures each inmate receives meals, clothing changes, mail, exercise opportunities; monitors inmate behavior and attitudes;
• Enforces rules for inmates; prepares written reports;
• Verifies inventory of inmate clothing, personal property and money with written records;
• Operates two-way radio using proper FCC procedures.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Minimum one year law enforcement/detention experience preferred;
• Must be 18 years or older;
• Must consent to and pass a background check;
• Valid Colorado Drivers License;
• Must pass drug screening, physical and psychological evaluation.
• Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a background check.