Detention Sergeant (Limited-Term Agreement)

Town of Gilbert; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Gilbert is seeking a Detention Sergeant for the Police Department. The role supervises the holding facility operations, staff, and detainee care and custody during detainment, court, transport, and booking processes.

Ideal candidates are leaders with public-service integrity, able to remain calm under pressure, and capable of providing direction in a lean government environment. A strong emphasis on continuous quality improvement and accountability is highlighted.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree AND 3 years of related experience OR equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to comply with Arizona P.O.S.T. firearms requirements.
• Successful background investigation and eligibility for polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Supervises subordinate personnel assigned to the temporary holding facility; provides direction and training
• Oversees the general care and custody of detainees during detainment, court, transport and/or booking process
• Plans, organizes and prepares required reports and documentation for holding facility and court processes
• Responds to inquiries and complaints pertaining to the facility and/or staff assigned to the holding facility

Skills

Leadership

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

** This is an internal posting only open to current Town of Gilbert employees. External applications received will not be considered. **

The Town of Gilbert is seeking team-oriented self-starters to fill the position of Detention Sergeant within our Police Department. The individual selected to fill this important position will supervise the operations of the Town's holding facility, the work of assigned staff, and the care and custody of detainees.

• Supervises subordinate personnel assigned to the temporary holding facility; provides direction and training;
• Oversees the general care and custody of detainees during detainment, court, transport and/or booking process;
• Plans, organizes and prepares required reports and documentation for holding facility and court processes;
• Responds to inquires and complaints pertaining to the facility and/or staff assigned to the holding facility
• View the full job description.

Ideal candidates will have a track record of leadership and success working in an organization committed to continuous quality improvement. They are skilled at remaining even-tempered in stressful environments and bring a steadying influence to those with whom they work. Effective multi-taskers, they are able to quickly adapt and find common sense solutions to difficult situations and problems. They understand and model the energy and focus required working in a lean government organization; they are committed to the highest standards of integrity in public service.

At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do! Here are some position requirements:

• Associate's Degree AND
• 3 years of experience related to area of assignment; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Ability to comply with Arizona P.O.S.T. firearms requirements.

Licensing/Certifications:

• Valid Arizona Driver's License

Other Licensing/Certifications:

• State of Arizona Terminal Operator Certification

Successful candidates for the position will be required to undergo a thorough criminal justice background investigation to include psychological and polygraph examinations.

This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt – eligible for overtime compensation.

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Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.