IT Support Technician

City Of Gilroy • Elk River, MN

216d • $6,636 - $8,474

About The Position

The City of Gilroy is recruiting to fill the position of Detention Services Officer in the Gilroy Police Department (GPD). $6,636.00 - $8,474.17 Monthly Base Salary Plus Excellent Benefits Holiday Pay (7.01% of base), Spanish/English bilingual pay (5% of base), and education incentive pay (up to 5% of base) are available in addition to the base salary noted above. Work Schedules include 4-10 (Monday - Thursday) and 3-12.5 (Friday - Sunday). Additional steps (Step F and Step G) included in the salary range listed above are available to employees in this job classification after completion of five years of service, one year at the prior step, and good performance evaluation. Initial salary placement is typically at the entry point of the range unless the candidate has prior Detention Services Officer experience which may warrant initial placement at a higher step. The Detention Services Officer (DSO) is an entry-level civilian law enforcement position. In this exciting opportunity, the DSO will work under the general direction of the Patrol Watch Commander operating the department's detention facility, booking and transporting prisoners, and provide general assistance to the Operations and Support Services Division. Other law enforcement services and duties are required such as maintaining jail security, conducting searches, and responding to non-hazardous calls for service. The work of DSO's may be dangerous. Employees take suspects into custody at the City jail and may hold them for up to 24 hours. Once in custody, prisoners may be transported to the County jail in a Police vehicle or van. While performing routines, employees may start in a seated and docile position and then respond in a highly energized position. This job may be very fast paced and may require quick changes within a short period of time.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a minimum of two (2) years of full-time work experience, preferably in public service.
• Required to attend a 176-hour Corrections Academy course within one year from the date of hire.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a physical agility test.
• Be able to meet the current physical ability/medical standards for a Detention Services Officer and be free from physical condition which adversely affect the performance of the essential duties of a Detention Services Officer.
• Pass a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) background investigation, which includes a polygraph examination, and extensive Department of Justice criminal record check, an FBI check and firearms clearance.
• Pass a post-offer psychological evaluation and a medical examination, which includes a drug test.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicles.
• Required to be proficient in typical police weaponry and meet department firearms qualification requirements.
• Pass all required department training.
• Possess and maintain C.P.R. and First Aid Training certificates within six (6) months of hire.
• Establish and maintain residency within 45 minutes normal driving time from the Gilroy Police Station within 18 months from date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Prefer non-tobacco user.

Responsibilities

• Complete booking on arrestees, including but not limited to fingerprinting, photographs, booking and medical forms.
• Maintain jail security, which may include conducting searches.
• Maintain, control, and care for prisoners in Police custody. Provide periodic checks and monitor prisoner activity.
• Comply with State laws and department regulations regarding prisoner segregation, safety, rights and overall work.
• Make timely notification to the watch commander of detention facility conditions and incidents involving prisoners.
• Responsible for the cleanliness and safety conditions of the detention facility.
• Ensure detention facility is adequately stocked with supplies.
• May be required to assist in property and evidence collection and processing.
• Properly operate, care for and maintain department equipment.
• Pick up and transport prisoners. Monitor and escort prisoner movements.
• May assist in apprehension of prisoners using sound principles of law enforcement techniques.
• May be required to prepare police reports and accurately complete a variety of forms.
• May be required to provide written statements or keep logs on incidents, which occur in the holding facility or involving prisoners. May be required to tape record and transcribe dictated reports.
• Serve subpoenas.
• Make recommendations for updates in department policies and procedures.
• Testify in court.
• Fingerprint and/or photograph citizens or City employees, as required.
• Lift and carry equipment, supplies and packages.
• Assist in maintenance of files and indexes.
• Maintain equipment inventory and distribute equipment and supplies. Ensure repair and/or replacement of damaged equipment.
• Assist in vehicle maintenance program.
• May be required to do computer data entry.
• May be subject to recall.
• May work an assigned shift with varied days and/or hours; may be required to work holidays.
• Participate in training programs.

Benefits

• Health Allowance and Flexible Benefits Plan depending upon the number of dependents.
• Participation in the PERS Health Program.
• Bilingual candidates fluent in Spanish may qualify to receive 5% bilingual pay.
• Education Incentive Pay for Detention Services Officers with college units or POST certificates.
• 7.01% Holiday Pay in lieu of holidays off.
• Uniform allowance for Detention Services Officers.
• City contributes $300 per month to each employee's retiree medical trust (PORAC).
• Accrual of sick leave and vacation.
• 20 hours of personal leave time to use each fiscal year.
• Up to 40 hours of fitness time off each fiscal year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: High school or GED