Deputy Sheriff - Detention Division

Summary

Job OpportunitiesUse the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me® button.Under general supervision, maintains security and ensures inmate welfare in the detention center; oversees detention center activities during assigned shifts; performs related work as assigned.Examples of Duties:Maintains centralized detention center security and inmate welfare in accordance with laws, regulations and institutional philosophy.Obtains necessary information and books prisoners, completing necessary forms; takes photographs & fingerprints; performs other processing activities such as preparing reports and maintaining files.Searches, examines, instructs and logs inmates; inventory and secures property and valuables; interview inmates; classify and assigns inmates to appropriate housing area.Serve arrest warrants and civil process.Supervises and monitors inmates and inmate workers assisting with housekeeping, food preparation, distributes laundry and performs similar activities.Supervise inmate exercise, recreation, visiting and similar privileges.Assist medical staff in distribution of medications, screens and refers requests for medical attention; administer emergency first aid as required; provide security for medical staff.Inspect facility and reports needs for maintenance. Performs limited maintenance duties as required.Requests and/or issues clothing and supplies.Prepares reports and other written materials; maintain accurate records, logs and files. Testifies in court.Transports prisoners in prisoner transport vehicles; performs all inmate extraditions within the and its territories.Enforces municipal ordinances and state statutes while in the performance of their duties.Operate an intoximeter and portable alcohol breath tester.QualificationsMinimum Requirements:20 years of ageHigh School Diploma or GEDValid Driver LicenseBondableNot convicted of any crime for which conviction resulted in a felony.United States CitizenGood moral character as determined by a background investigationBe free of any physical, emotional or mental conditions which might adversely affect the performance of duty as a peace officer. Must be evaluated by a physician and a psychologist as provided by agency.Vision 20/20 or able to be corrected to 20/20Pass physical agility test as set forth by Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy standards.Ability to communicate effectively with peopleEmployment Benefits:Paid Medical InsurancePaid Wyoming State Law Enforcement RetirementPaid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal LeaveHoliday PayAdvanced training and certificationUniforms/Equipment/Firearms provided by the departmentPaid Life InsuranceMeals provided while on-dutyEducational opportunities through Eastern Wyoming CollegeCategory Goshen County Sheriff Status OpenSalary Pay Scale:Basic Level $22.82/hrAdvanced Level $24.06/hrProfessional $25.18/hrPosted August 29, 2024 Closing Open Until Filled#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Job OpportunitiesUse the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me® button.Under general supervision, maintains security and ensures inmate welfare in the detention center; oversees detention center activities during assigned shifts; performs related work as assigned.Examples of Duties:Maintains centralized detention center security and inmate welfare in accordance with laws, regulations and institutional philosophy.Obtains necessary information and books prisoners, completing necessary forms; takes photographs & fingerprints; performs other processing activities such as preparing reports and maintaining files.Searches, examines, instructs and logs inmates; inventory and secures property and valuables; interview inmates; classify and assigns inmates to appropriate housing area.Serve arrest warrants and civil process.Supervises and monitors inmates and inmate workers assisting with housekeeping, food preparation, distributes laundry and performs similar activities.Supervise inmate exercise, recreation, visiting and similar privileges.Assist medical staff in distribution of medications, screens and refers requests for medical attention; administer emergency first aid as required; provide security for medical staff.Inspect facility and reports needs for maintenance. Performs limited maintenance duties as required.Requests and/or issues clothing and supplies.Prepares reports and other written materials; maintain accurate records, logs and files. Testifies in court.Transports prisoners in prisoner transport vehicles; performs all inmate extraditions within the and its territories.Enforces municipal ordinances and state statutes while in the performance of their duties.Operate an intoximeter and portable alcohol breath tester.QualificationsMinimum Requirements:20 years of ageHigh School Diploma or GEDValid Driver LicenseBondableNot convicted of any crime for which conviction resulted in a felony.United States CitizenGood moral character as determined by a background investigationBe free of any physical, emotional or mental conditions which might adversely affect the performance of duty as a peace officer. Must be evaluated by a physician and a psychologist as provided by agency.Vision 20/20 or able to be corrected to 20/20Pass physical agility test as set forth by Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy standards.Ability to communicate effectively with peopleEmployment Benefits:Paid Medical InsurancePaid Wyoming State Law Enforcement RetirementPaid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal LeaveHoliday PayAdvanced training and certificationUniforms/Equipment/Firearms provided by the departmentPaid Life InsuranceMeals provided while on-dutyEducational opportunities through Eastern Wyoming CollegeCategory Goshen County Sheriff Status OpenSalary Pay Scale:Basic Level $22.82/hrAdvanced Level $24.06/hrProfessional $25.18/hrPosted August 29, 2024 Closing Open Until Filled#J-18808-Ljbffr