Deputy Sheriff - Detention

Bannock County•Pocatello, ID

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about helping others? Do you want to be part of a stellar team that is respected by the community for serving with honor and integrity? Are you looking for a career that offers financial stability, opportunities to learn and grow, and a strong life-work balance? Consider the Bannock County Sheriff's Office. We are led by a dynamic Sheriff and an experienced leadership team whose mission is to guide the next generation of law enforcement to success. We promote from within and train a variety of specialties so you can find your niche. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits, and many can qualify for an early pension retirement with enough years of service. Plus, our alternating three- and four-day work weeks support your life-work balance. Our ideal candidate is a "people person" of high character, honesty, and integrity. We are looking for an active and innovative individual who is passionate about helping people and protecting their community. Whether you're starting a career in law enforcement, transitioning from another law enforcement job, or transitioning from military service, there is a place for you at the Bannock County Sheriff's Office. If these values and opportunities appeal to you, take the first step into a life-changing career by applying today! Position Summary The principal function of a sworn employee in this class is to perform security duties to ensure the safety and security of the County detention center. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a Sergeant. Some latitude is granted to the employee but work is subject to stringent state and County legal guidelines. The principal duties of this class are performed in a work environment in which the employee is subject to potential personal danger, injury, and health hazards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency is required; degree in criminal justice or related field is preferred, and
Law enforcement or detention facility experience is preferred; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work
Must successfully complete a polygraph examination upon hire
Must successfully complete the Police Officer Safety and Training (POST) Physical Fitness Test upon hire
Must be 18 years of age
Idaho POST basic detention certification within one year of hire is required
Idaho driver's license is required

Nice To Haves

degree in criminal justice or related field is preferred
Law enforcement or detention facility experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Monitors the activities of the staff and inmates in the County detention facility to ensure the safety and security of the facility
Communicate effectively with other employees via two-way radio transmissions, email, verbal and written forms to relay and receive important information
Monitors the activities of the staff and inmates to ensure standards, policies, and procedures are implemented and followed
Monitors the activities of the staff and inmates to ensure the rights of inmates are protected
Processes new inmates into the facility, including fingerprinting, photography, physical search, processing documents, data entry, housing assignment, clothing issuance, and related booking duties
Arrests suspects/inmates on warrants and serves warrants as necessary following proper process and procedures
Performs release duties, including checking court orders, records, and related paperwork to ensure proper disposition
Maintains facility security by patrolling the secure areas within and around the detention center, following policies, procedures, and established timelines
Maintains facility security by monitoring and operating electronic doors, monitoring internal radio traffic, and operating security systems
Monitor fire alarm emergency panels and advises Detention Deputies of the emergency. Ensures that Deputies respond to and address the emergency
Issues keys to Deputies reporting for work. Responsible for completing key control inventory each shift and ensuring that all keys are returned after Deputy's shift completion
Maintains facility security by searching for and seizing weapons, drugs, contraband, and related items. Must have thorough knowledge and training of various forms of weapons, drugs and contraband to effectively identify and properly deal with them
Handles and secures any evidence according to proper process and procedure
Ensures safety and security of the inmates, visitors and staff members by responding to fire alarms and assisting with evacuations when necessary in accordance with proper process and procedures
Monitors inmate behavior and activities in a variety of situations, including housing; recreation; work assignments; meals; showers; interactions with other inmates and officers; visitation; and telephone calls
Responds to back-up calls to control violent and resistive inmates that are using non-lethal and possibly lethal force against other inmates, employees or visitors and gain control of them utilizing the proper use of force and restraint methods
Accountable daily for keys issued, key control
Is civilly liable for actions or inactions
Performs census count at prescribed intervals to determine population and that inmates are accounted for
Distributes and/or assists in the distribution of medications (in the absence and with approval from medical staff), mail, personal hygiene, and commissary items
Performs perimeter security checks
Transports and escorts inmates, as assigned
Supervises inmate hygiene, including showers, clean clothing, and laundry
Responds to inmate requests for medical assistance following policies and procedures
Maintains logs, records, reports, and required documentation
Investigates incidents occurring within the detention facility, prepares reports, and related court documents, and may testify in court
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with federal, state, County, and Office statutes, laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, and safety practices