Experienced Deputy Sheriff - Jail (Lateral Program)

Larimer County • FC 2501 Midpoint, CO

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About The Position

The Larimer County Sheriff's Office has opportunities for experienced Jail Deputies with at least 2 years of experience as a Jail Deputy or a Corrections Deputy. This is a lateral selection process, and if hired, candidates will be placed at the top of the seniority list based on years of service. Jail Deputies can enjoy a life-work balance with schedules that allow for three or more consecutive days off. As a Jail Deputy, you'll maintain security, order, and safety at the Larimer County Jail, ensuring the well-being of staff, visitors, and inmates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age by date of hire.
• First aid and community CPR certificates are required within 12 weeks from the date of hire.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License is required.
• No criminal convictions as defined by Colorado P.O.S.T. required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a jail or corrections environment.
• Strong decision-making skills under pressure.
• Ability to communicate effectively and de-escalate tense situations.
• Resourcefulness in adapting to challenges.

Responsibilities

• Exercises direct supervision over inmates and plans and supervises inmate unit activities.
• Effectively communicates to provide information, directions, mediations, and de-escalate situations and resolve conflicts.
• Classifies, assesses, and responds to inmates; processes and releases inmates; takes photographs and obtains a serviceable set of fingerprint impressions.
• Manages the inmate population by walking around the housing units and talking to inmates.
• Sets clear expectations, serves as a role model, uses positive reinforcement techniques, respect, and consideration when working with inmates; assures inmates accountable for their behavior.
• Performs searches to include people, mail items, and/or objects capable of concealing contraband, buildings, vehicles, and large outdoor areas.
• Inspects unclothed inmates; may be exposed to body fluids and wastes, and diseased persons.
• Restrains inmates; subdues resisting inmates using approved techniques of arrest control, defensive tactics, and weapons.
• Physically breaks up fights and altercations between inmates.
• Pursues fleeing inmates.
• Performs crisis intervention activities to include inmate counseling, suicide prevention, recognizing and addressing abnormal behavior.
• Performs rescue functions to include administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging, and carrying people away from dangerous situations.
• Conducts visual and audio surveillance for extended periods of time.
• Engages in law enforcement patrol functions that include walking on foot patrol and physically checking the doors and windows of buildings to ensure they are secure.
• Initiates and responds to radio communications.
• Testifies and attends court and speaks formally as necessary.
• Reads, comprehends, and processes legal and non-legal documents.
• Prepares investigative and other reports, sketches, and drawings, using appropriate grammar, symbols, and mathematical computations.
• Processes, files, labels, alphabetizes reports as appropriate.
• Enters and searches data into computer systems or databases.
• Utilizes protective equipment including self-contained breathing apparatus and other air filtering devices.
• Gathers information and collects evidence; interviews and obtains statements from involved parties.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & career growth opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision & employer-paid disability insurance.
• GI Bill Reimbursement for eligible veterans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account.
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment.
• Accident Insurance.
• Critical Illness Insurance.
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees