Detention Crew Leader

Arapahoe County • Centennial, CO

32d • $24 - $36

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Foreman, this position supervises, trains and inspects the work completed by sentenced trustees (misdemeanors and minimum and/or medium custody felons -Inmate Workers) in a variety of duties associated with the proper cleaning, maintenance, safety procedures and care of the Detention Facility and its grounds.

Requirements

• Knowledge of general housekeeping methods and practices, safety precautions, and Personal Protective Equipment including floor care.
• Skilled in conflict resolution.
• Ability to operate computers and commonly used computer software programs, as well as other standard office equipment.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment where constructive feedback from others is encouraged.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks assigned to this position.
• Ability to get along with co-workers and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to operate the power equipment used in the tasks associated with this position.
• Ability to operate and train others on the proper operation of floor buffer and other mechanized cleaning equipment.
• Ability to organize, direct, observe, and control inmate workers.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written English.
• Ability to apply sound reasoning and decision-making.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff and the public.
• Must be familiar with Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• EDUCATION: High School graduate or GED Equivalent.
• EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in performing janitorial/custodial/general maintenance/repair of buildings and/or grounds maintenance.
• OR
• Any equivalent of education and experience that satisfies the requirements of the job, as approved by the Sheriff.
• CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES: None.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within the initial status period.

Nice To Haves

• Supervision experience over others.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains inmates responsible for general cleaning and upkeep (minor maintenance) of facilities to include: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and buffing floors; dusting and polishing surfaces; cleaning restrooms to include mirrors, toilets, stalls, showers, and sinks, ensuring that soap, hand towels, toilet paper, etc. are stocked as necessary, washing windows and other surfaces; moving boxes and furniture items; sweeping and cleaning sidewalks and removing snow on sidewalk entrances. May be called upon to perform these same duties when necessary.
• Directs and/or assists trustees in the set-up of venues and special events.
• Directs and/or assists trustees in pick up and deliveries to other County Locations.
• Directs and/or assists trustees in assisting community efforts in fundraising events.
• Maintains facility disinfection efforts to minimize the spread of germs and viruses.
• Directs and/or assist trustees with removing graffiti from areas around the county.
• Drives county vehicles and equipment to various locations to complete community assignments.
• May assist warehouse operations in unloading and stocking food deliveries.
• Operates forklift, and other mobilized equipment both inside and outside the facility.
• Maintains grounds to include lawn care, sweeping, and removing snow.
• Performs minor repairs and painting.
• Determines the appropriate amount of supplies and equipment required for each shift and submits orders for approval in a sufficient time to ensure adequate stock.
• Restocks supplies used by both staff and inmates on a daily basis.
• Uses electrical cleaning equipment in the cleaning of the facility during shift hours assigned (i.e. vacuum cleaners, shampoo machines, high-speed buffers).
• Directs and/or assists trustees with custodial tasks (i.e. emptying and cleaning waste receptacles; moping, stripping, waxing, and buffing floors, cleaning vents, fans, walls, and sanitizing restrooms).
• Directs and/or assists trustees with bio hazard and chemical clean up.
• Directs and/or assists trustees with facility custodial equipment when applicable, such as changing vacuum cleaner belts and bags, and changing buffer machine pads.
• Operates computers and standard office equipment including commonly used computer software programs as required by the position.
• Maintains regular and acceptable attendance at such level as determined at the Sheriff's Office’s discretion.
• Is available and willing to work weekends, holidays, and such overtime per day or per week as the Sheriff's Office determines it necessary to meet its needs.
• Performs duties both on and offsite.
• Interacts effectively with others.
• May be assigned other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office employees are provided benefits to include, but not limited to, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, retirement plan and paid time off.
• For a complete summary of benefits review them at: 2026 Benefits Summary.
• Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office employees participate in a mandatory defined benefit program designed to help employees establish a source of income for retirement years. Through the Plan, eligible employees must set aside 9.00 percent, which is subject to change in the coming years, on a pretax basis of which the County matches at 9.75%. The County also contributes 6.2% to Social Security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED