Security Specialist - Denver Sheriff Department

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Denver Sheriff Department as a Security Specialist, where you'll help maintain safety and security in a detention facility. You'll use your skills to support Deputy Sheriffs and contribute to the orderly operation of the facility. With shift work required and competitive pay, this is a responsible role crucial to public safety. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security in a detention facility by operating security controls and equipment.
• Monitor the movement and activity within the detention facility using CCTV and other systems.
• Provide administrative support related to the management of persons in custody.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Security Specialist - Denver Sheriff Department

Apply locations Greater Denver Area time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R0075738

About Our Job

The starting rate of this position is $25.00 an hour.

The Denver Sheriff Department is the largest Sheriff Department agency in the state of Colorado and is comprised of many divisions and diverse operations with over 900 uniformed and non-uniformed staff members. These operations include two separate jails, security for the District and County court systems, state transportation for persons in custody, extradition duties, fugitive and K-9 units, a Community Corrections and Work Release facility, and security at Denver Health Medical Center.

The Security Specialists provide support to Deputy Sheriffs by maintaining security in a detention facility through the operation of security controls and equipment related to the custody and movement of persons in custody. This role is critical to maintaining the safety, security, and orderly operation of the facility by ensuring situational awareness, identifying potential safety concerns, and supporting prompt response to incidents or emergencies.

This position involves interactions with employees, members of the public, and minimal direct interaction with persons in custody.

While Security Specialists do not typically have face-to-face contact with persons in custody, there may be limited exposure during movement to and from assigned posts or in common areas.

Denver Sheriff Department is a 24-hour operation, and requires shift work including nights, weekends, and holidays.

The Security Specialist positions are assigned throughout various locations within the agency and assignments upon successful completion of training, based on operational needs and staffing requirements:

• Monitors the movement and activity of deputies, staff, and professional visitors within the detention facility using closed-circuit television (CCTV), radio communication, and intercom systems.

• Monitors and manages the movement of persons in custody within secured areas of the facility by operating electronic control systems for doors, elevators, and other access points to ensure safety and security.

• Provides administrative support in areas related to the management and control of persons in custody, specifically in non-contact roles.

• Maintains accurate records, organizes files, and supports custody operations through documentation, data entry, and coordination tasks that contribute to the overall safety, efficiency, and compliance of the facility.

• Monitors, documents, and tracks the movement and population of persons in custody, including logging visitations, professional contacts, medical incidents, incident reports, and other critical information. Ensures accurate record-keeping to support facility operations, maintain safety and security, and comply with departmental policies and legal requirements.

• Monitors and controls radio traffic within the detention facility, which includes shutting down non-emergency traffic during a crisis situation.

• Monitors emergency alarms and notifies the Deputy Sheriff Sergeant on duty when an alarm indicates an emergency situation.

• Observes controls for alarms, doors, and elevators to ensure systems are operable.

• Monitors the visitation of persons in custody and screens individuals seeking access to the detention facility's secured areas.

About You

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have the ability to perform all essential functions of the job;

• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Below are the minimum requirements used to determine eligibility for this position:

• Education Requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.

• Experience Requirement: None

• Education/Experience Equivalency: None

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

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Job Profile

CN2341 Security Specialist

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Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$23.33 - $35.00

Target Pay

$25.00/hr

Agency

Denver Sheriff Department

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

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