Sheriff's Office Detentions Officer
Company: La Plata County
Location: Durango
Posted on: May 16, 2023
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Job Description:
LA PLATA COUNTY Sheriff's Office Detentions Officer: Performs
routine work in the safekeeping of inmates in custody at the La
Plata County Detention Facility. Protect, provide & maintain
security; Control & monitor movements; Conduct searches; Prepare,
complete & maintain records & reports. Applicants must be age 18 or
over; High school diploma/GED. No Colorado P.O.S.T cert. req. Must
pass a written test, physical assessment, oral board, psych exam,
polygraph, & background investigation. Starting at $27/hour. Full
Time with medical, dental, vision, retirement, 38+ paid
vacation/holiday days, 13+ paid sick days & paid parental leave
benefits Application Open until filled. We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
CLASS TITLE: DETENTION OFFICER
CLASS CODE: 1333
DEPARTMENT: SHERIFF
FLSA STATUS: N
REPORTS TO: DETENTION
SERGEANT DATE: 03/13
JOB SUMMARY: Performs routine work in the safekeeping of prisoners
in the custody of the Sheriff at the La Plata County Detention
Facility. Protects the well being of prisoners overseeing them at
meals and in their quarters.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include any of the
following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The
list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is
intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties
and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform
all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional,
position-specific tasks. Reasonable accommodations, as defined
under the American with Disabilities Act, will be made when
possible Secures all exterior and security doors in the facility by
visually monitoring all movement of all people in the facility and
controls movement utilizing the control board; controls all lights,
alarms, elevators, and other override equipment; contacts outside
agencies such as fire, EMS, etc. as needed; serves as central
command post for emergency procedures in the event of fire, riot,
etc. Observes and controls inmate movement within the housing unit;
conducts inmate searches for contraband; utilizes force and/or
self-defense techniques as necessary to maintain order; provides
first aid and CPR when necessary. Monitors inmates' behavior and
attitudes for signs of personality changes, depression, and
developing conflicts between inmates; enforces the rules and
guidelines for inmates which includes initiating disciplinary
action when necessary; prepares and maintains records of inmates'
physical or mental problems; delivers prescription and
non-prescription medications. Maintains records and prepares
reports of inmates transported and returned to detention facility.
Reviews arresting officers paperwork for completeness before
accepting incoming inmate; pat or strip searches inmates as
necessary and required by guidelines to find contraband;
inventories inmates clothing, personal property, and money;
fingerprints and takes mug shot for verification by local, State,
and Federal agencies; utilizes force and/or self-defense techniques
to restrain disruptive or combative inmates; escort inmates staying
in custody to property where they are searched, deliced, showered,
and dressed in issued clothing. Prepares and maintains records of
daily activities on the computer in accordance with departmental
policies and procedures; receives, opens, and inspects incoming
mail. Prepares and maintains accurate log entries detailing the
services and daily routines; creates and maintains files on inmates
recording the time/dates/reason for incarceration, any changes in
the conditions or requirements of incarceration and the
time/date/authority for release. Supervises all movement in the
facility; serves as first responder when there is a problem in a
pod, fight, medical emergency, etc.; escorts inmates needing
additional supervision or security; monitors radio traffic;
supervises trustees in cleaning common areas and accounts for
cleaning supplies used; conducts linen change in pod and assists
medical officer when necessary. Verifies inventory of inmates
clothing, personal property, and money against written records;
utilizes departmental guidelines to determine property items an
inmate may take into housing and stores the other items to be
returned upon release. Verifies inmates' ability to leave facility
by utilizing the computer and written records from the facility,
local, State, and Federal agencies and the courts; generates and
completes release paperwork; sends copies to records and other
agencies as required. Maintains security of the clinic and the
safety of the medical staff by monitoring all inmates coming into
the clinic; conducts searches of the clinic and inmates attending
the clinic for contraband. Operates various technical equipment to
monitor and control the activities of inmates and their visitors
which includes controlling cameras, operating doors, elevators,
showers and fire escape. Serves as Rover patrolling halls and
monitoring inmates' movement; ensures inmates arrive at desired
destinations as scheduled; serves as first responder to
disturbances; assists officers assigned to a pod. Supervises meal
delivery, pick-up and tray return; removes trash from the facility;
ensures inmates with special menus receive correct tray; notes
inmates refusing meals. Conducts inmate head counts; monitors
activities of suicidal inmates, violent inmates, and trouble
causing felons; monitors inmates during visitation and recreation
periods. Ensures all inmates are accounted for at all times;
prevents inmate escapes, introduction and /or passing of contraband
and prevents the assault or injury of inmates and staff; ensures
that each inmate receives their meals, clothing changes, mail,
opportunity for exercise, etc. as set forth in departmental policy.
Prepares written reports on incidents occurring inside the facility
with includes the actions/use of necessary force by the officers to
be utilized in criminal prosecutions, defense against lawsuits,
disciplinary procedures against inmates and at time for internal
affair investigations. Prepares reports detailing operational
problems such as defective equipment, suggestions for improving
services, or hazardous conditions. Answers inmates' questions
regarding the rules and regulations of the facility, provides
information regarding the booking process, bond amounts, and
charges, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned. Regular
and predictable attendance is required.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED: Computer Two-Way Radio Monitors
Control Panels Camera Restraint Equipment Vehicle General Office
Equipment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience: High School diploma or GED; and, Any
combination of education, training and experience which provides
the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the
essential functions of the job. Licenses and Certifications: Valid
State Driver's License. CPR and First Aid Certified.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: Laws pertaining to the custody of prisoners. Security
of buildings and grounds, and of the rules and regulations
governing entrances and exits. Computer applications related to the
work. All applicable state, federal and local laws, rules and
regulations. Recordkeeping, report preparation, filing methods and
records management techniques. Health and safety practices in
dealing with inmates and detention facility.
Skill in: Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent
judgment within established guidelines. Communicating clearly and
effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to: Ability to evaluate and report inmate behaviors.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with a variety of individuals. Ability to express ideas clearly and
concisely orally and in writing. Ability to detect and report
conditions which might indicate danger. Ability to react quickly
and calmly under emergency conditions. Ability to display sound
judgment in making work decisions. Ability to work under adverse
conditions of violence, danger, and emotional stress. Ability to
understand and follow a variety of simple or complex instructions
in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to recognize
danger and take immediate action necessary for the protection of
life and property. Ability to read and interpret documents such as
safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure
manuals, and so forth. Ability to solve practical problems and deal
with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only
limited standardization exists. Ability to physically restrain
uncooperative inmates. Ability to use physical strength of arms and
legs to climb up and over or to jump over, across, ascend, or
descend large obstacles. Ability to subdue suspects in a physical
confrontation. Ability to push or pull self through openings of
varying nature by using the necessary upper or lower body strength
of the arms or legs. Ability to run up or down stairways or respond
to other incidents.
Working Conditions: Exposure to potentially hazardous situations
which involve physically violent persons, or interviewing mentally
or emotionally disturbed persons. The incumbent's working
conditions are typically moderately quiet. While performing the
essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required
to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, use hands to
finger, handle, or feel, stoop, kneel crouch or crawl, speak and
hear, and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the
essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally
required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
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