Detentions Sergeant

Lake County Government; Leadville (CO); On-site; USD 68,622 - 77,234; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness allowance

End of year bonus based on service

Comprehensive equipment provided

Job summary

Lake County Government is looking for a Detentions Sergeant for the Sheriff’s Office in Leadville, Colorado. This full-time role involves overseeing the care and security of inmates, managing detention deputies, and ensuring proper jail operations.

Ideal candidates will have extensive detentions experience and strong communication skills, with a preference for bilingual proficiency. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including overtime and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Five years of detentions/corrections experience and two years supervisory experience.
• Must legally possess a firearm in Colorado.
• Ability to complete required exams and evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and manages detention deputies.
• Ensures the security and monitoring of inmates.
• Conducts searches for contraband and maintains jail records.

Skills

Detentions/corrections experience

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Proficiency in English and Spanish

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Detentions Sergeant

Department

Sheriff’s Office

Reports To

Detentions Captain

Classification

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation Range

$68,622 - $77,234 annually

Benefits

• Additional pay potential for fluency in Spanish, degrees in postsecondary education, certified field training officer, and other training certificate
• The Lake County Sheriff's Office is looking for a P.O.S.T certified Law Enforcement Officer, with a strong desire to serve our community with professionalism and honesty. Must possess good communication skills and a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Service and Excellence. The ability to connect with a diverse community in a rural setting, preferably with bilingual proficiency and a desire for public service.
• Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half, after 80 hours in a 14-day work period.
• County employees can also receive an annual allowance for health and wellness costs.
• End of Year bonus based on months of service within the year.
• Duty Firearm will be provided.
• All uniform, belts, holsters, and other equipment, including ballistic body armor and plates, with the exception of footwear, are provided. Ballistic armor is replaced every five years at no cost to the employee.
• Current P.O.S.T, applicable instructors skills certifications will be considered for incentive bonuses to salary. (Firearms, arrest control, driving skills, other)
• Culture of personal and professional development through skills instructor courses, education, higher learning, etc.

Cultural Expectations

• Assume Good Intent: Approach each interaction with positive mindset and openness to understand others.
• Model Professional: Maintain high standards in behavior and communication that reflects our values.
• Apply County Wide Lens: Consider the broader impact of decisions on our community and organization as a whole.
• Be Solutions-Oriented: Focus on finding constructive solutions rather than dwelling on problems or challenges.
• Practice Servant Leadership: Prioritize the needs of others, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Support Meaningful Work-Life Balance: Encourage boundaries that support personal well-being while achieving professional responsibilities.

Position Summary

The Detention Sergeant is responsible for administrative supervision of the care and security of all inmates lawfully in the custody of the Sheriff’s Office, the training, scheduling, oversight and review of all Detentions employees. Performs duties related to the coordination of daily operation of the jail and supervises the Detentions Deputies therein.

Essential Functions

• Shall observe the movement and activities of all persons entering the jail.
• Shall limit access to the jail and other restricted areas.
• Shall conduct interior searches of the jail and jail/inmate checks at regular intervals daily.
• Maintain the security of the jail by ensuring that all inmates are adequately confined; monitor the safety of inmates, detainees, visitors, and employees.
• Book in and Bond out prisoners as necessary.
• Maintain inmate’s cash accounts and update inmate’s records on a predetermined basis.
• Log all information regarding inmates, on a constant basis, to accurately reflect their activity.
• Operate two-way radios, fingerprint machines, breath testing devices, computers, fax machines, copiers, telephones, and related equipment as it relates to the jail.
• May be called on to testify in Court or Hearings.
• Maintain efficient recording keeping and filing systems for the jail.
• Maintain accountability of check in/out items and operational security.
• Conducts searches of pods/cells following any intakes and releases to assure the rooms are clear of weapons or contraband.
• Shall conduct weekly searches of the entire jail to include booking, cells, pods, and work release. Remove any contraband and document inmates found in violation of jail procedures.
• Shall assist road deputies, court deputies, and dispatch personnel with security issues as needed.
• Escorts inmates to court ordered locations by use of approved transportation.
• Arrests persons who violate court order, city and/or county ordinances in the Detention Deputies presence, by taking the offender(s) into custody.
• Collects and preserves contraband from persons who enter the Sheriff’s Office building including evidence.
• Shall, upon instructions of the court or deputy, take into custody individuals and arrange transportation to county jails.
• Shall write and file incident case reports, arrest reports for each case handled during the shift.
• Shall maintain intake logs/records and complete incident reports pertaining to occurrences within the jail.
• Shall monitor and schedule transports, outside agency court appointments, or medical needs.
• Shall supervise and manage Detentions Deputies, maintain appropriate training records, and ensure efficient and safe operations.
• Shall be responsible for interdepartmental accountability, mentorship, and education and standards in accordance with federal, state, county, departmental and ethically.
• Shall perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Must be able to supervise and manage a team of up to eight Detentions Deputies, including documenting, reports, accountability, and other related functions.
• Must have strong communication skills and be able to work and coordinate with internal and external partners in a timely and professional manner.
• Must participate in quarterly firearms training.

Requirements

• Five (5) years detentions/corrections experience and two (2) years supervisor experience in detentions/corrections.
• HS Diploma, GED.
• Must be legally possess a firearm in the State of Colorado.
• Must be capable of training in and employing Defensive Tactics and Arrest Control methods, which includes gross and fine motor skills, kicks, strikes, pressure points, joint locks, and handcuffing.
• Must be able to complete and successfully pass a written exam, oral board, physical ability exam and psychological evaluation.
• Must have the ability to see with or without corrective lenses, well enough to read letters and reports.
• Must have the ability to hear with or without hearing aids, and to speak well enough to converse on phone and radio.
• Must have enough mobility to climb, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, twist, reach and lift 40 lbs.
• Must have enough dexterity to write, type, and perform other office duties.
• Must maintain a sufficient level of physical fitness to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

Hazard Notice

N/A

Physical Activity & Work Environment

• Ability to work indoors in an office environment with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
• Must have enough dexterity to write, type, and perform other office duties.
• Ability to lift to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to see with or without corrective lenses, well enough to read letters and reports.
• Must be able to hear with or without hearing aids and speak well enough to converse on phone and radio.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement, hot, or cold weather as required.
• Must have enough mobility to climb, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, twist, and reach.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.

Notice of Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities

All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Expected Duration of the Application Process

Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately two (2) to four (4) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.