Detention Specialist: Secure Facility Ops (4x10 Shifts)

Douglas County, CO; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Douglas County Detention Division is seeking a Detention Specialist in Castle Rock, CO for full-time work. The role includes jail facility security, inmate processing, and shift work in a 24/7 operation. Requires valid CO driver’s license and basic computer skills.

Salary ranges from $52,156 to $75,960 annually with hiring range up to $63,300; benefits include medical/dental/vision; training and equipment provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License.
• Entry-level computer skills.
• Ability to pass qualifying physical exams, polygraph, psychological and background investigation.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to deal with confidential information.
• Ability to think and react appropriately under emergency conditions with little or no supervision.
• Ability to relate in an effective, calm, and professional manner with inmates.

Responsibilities

• Operates a wide variety of jail facility security and safety devices.
• Communicate by using the computer, telephone, two-way radio, and intercom systems.
• Monitor and record inmate access and movement to and from the housing units, visiting areas, recreational areas and booking.
• Observe Deputy movement in the housing units to ensure safety and security from central control and other assigned duty posts.
• Maintain inventory and key control.
• Generate various reports using a Jail Management System.
• Duties involve, some direct contact with inmates and the public, as well as contact with Sheriff's Office employees, public officials, medical and legal professionals.
• Process the booking in and release of inmates.
• Take fingerprints and photos of inmates as they are being processed into the facility.
• Responsible for notification of appropriate assistance in the event of a major incident, to include total responsibility for the operation of jail and all communications until relief is possible.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitask

Inmate communication

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Douglas County Detention Division is seeking a Detention Specialist in Castle Rock, CO for full-time work. The role includes jail facility security, inmate processing, and shift work in a 24/7 operation. Requires valid CO driver’s license and basic computer skills.

Salary ranges from $52,156 to $75,960 annually with hiring range up to $63,300; benefits include medical/dental/vision; training and equipment provided.