Park County Jail - Detention Deputy

Park County Government; Fairplay (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Park County Jail in Fairplay, Colorado, seeks a Detention Deputy responsible for care, custody and control of inmates, ensuring safety and order within the facility.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, background check clearance, and successful completion of drug, physical and psychological screenings; valid Colorado driver's license preferred.

Qualifications

• 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 Driver's License.
• Must pass drug screening, physical and psychological evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of assigned inmates and care, custody and control.
• Conduct security and welfare checks of inmates and areas.
• Observe and control inmate movement and search for contraband.
• Enforce rules, prepare written reports and verify inventory.
• Operate two-way radio using FCC procedures.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sheriffs Office

Park County Jail - Detention Deputy

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

Essential Duties

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.

Full Job Description And Requirements Available Upon Request.

Job Location: Park County Jail, Fairplay, Colorado

Qualifications

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.

Special Requirements

Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a background check.

Miscellaneous Information

Park County is an EEO employer.