Crew Boss

Boulder County•Boulder, CO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Crew Boss is responsible for coordinating, supervising, and transporting inmates participating in the Inmate Work Program. These crews perform public service and maintenance projects throughout Boulder County in support of government agencies and non-profit organizations. The Crew Boss ensures safety, security, professionalism, and productivity while maintaining accountabilities for all assigned inmates, equipment, and tools.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Valid Colorado Driver’s License at time of appointment and throughout employment.
Must be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications within six months of hire.
Must successfully pass a comprehensive background check.
No felony convictions.
No DUI/DWAI or driver’s license revocations within the last 24 months.
No use of illegal drugs within the past 3 years.
Must reside in Colorado at the time of appointment.
Be able to operate county vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Prior experience working with at-risk or justice-involved populations.
Familiarity with community-based work projects or volunteer coordination.
Familiarity with restorative justice or community engagement philosophies is a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule daily work assignments for inmate labor crews.
Transport inmates safely to and from designated work sites throughout Boulder County.
Supervise inmate workers on-site, ensuring appropriate conduct, compliance with program rules, and safe use of equipment.
Conduct inmate headcounts and maintain constant accountability.
Inspect inmates and work areas for contraband, unsafe conditions, or non-compliance.
Train and guide inmates in basic job skills, safety protocols, and work expectations.
Maintain clear and accurate daily logs, incident reports, job site statistics, and equipment checklists.
Communicate professionally with partnering agencies and community stakeholders.
Enforce all policies of the Boulder County Jail Work Program and serve as a positive role model.
Perform personal searches of inmates prior to transport or entry into the jail.
Operate county transport vehicles, two-way radios, and mobile communication devices.
Other duties as assigned by support services supervision.