Detention Specialist
Jefferson County, Colorado
Golden, CO, USA
Posted on Monday, September 4, 2023
The Detention Specialist monitors inmate and staff safety. Analyze facility for potential safety hazards. Control inmate and staff movements through facility. Resolve inmate conflicts. Enforce policies and regulations. Document daily activity. Complete logs and reports. Track facility inventory. Verify inmate information. Process mail. Monitor alarms. Employee is subject to the hazards of direct contact with jail inmates.
Apply ByContinuous
DivisionSheriff Detentions Division
Management LevelIndividual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Benefit EligibilityThis position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
DescriptionHiring Salary Range $22.30/hour ~ $46,384/annual - $26.95/hour ~ $56056/annualTop of the current salary range $33.44/hr ~ $69,555/annually
- Monitor facility safety by controlling inmate and staff movements through facility. Supervise inmates in housing area. Communicate with staff using handheld devices. Resolve inmate conflicts. Foresee potential safety hazards. Ensure actions adhere to policy.
- Perform administrative tasks by reviewing and completing daily activity logs. Track inventory of facility supplies. Verify inmate information in computer system. Monitor alarm system. Process all incoming mail.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.