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Estimated Pay $50 per hour
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Alamosa, Colorado

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Job Description
ALAMOSA COUNTY
Sheriff Department
Detention Corporal


REPORTS TO: Sergeant and Lieutenant
FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt
SALARY GRADE RANGE:  Non-Post Certified: $41.350/year Post Certified: $48,443/year
DATE ADOPTED: February 2024

JOB SUMMARY:

Supervises and participates in the security, protection, transport, and guarding of prisoners housed within the Alamosa County Detention Facility on an assigned shift.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (The following are illustrative of essential functions to perform duties and responsibilities of the job.  The position may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional tasks as needed by the Department. Reasonable accommodations, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, will be made when possible.)
  • Supervises the care and well-being of inmates; monitors time, people, equipment, and other resources for the unit to ensure efficient organization and completion of work.
  • Communicates, and monitors policies, procedures, and standards for the unit. Suggests improvement when necessary.
  • Coordinates, and assigns the work of others in unit, monitors and evaluates performance and work outputs to maintain efficiency and quality of work.
  • Ensures quality standards and compliance when regulations are maintained.
  • Ensures the security of all exterior and security doors in the facility.
  • Trains officers on shift in computer use, inmate management, department policies and procedures in conjunction with Field Training Officers.
  • Supervises all transporting of inmates to and from the detention center.
  • Coordinates court dates and medical appointments of inmates in conjunction with court and medical staff.
  • Ensures all inmates are accounted for at all times; prevents inmate escapes, introduction and/or passing of contraband and prevents the assault or injury of inmates and staff.
  • Prepares and maintains records of daily activities on the computer in accordance with departmental policies and procedures; reviews reports prepared by subordinates for completeness and accuracy.
  • In absence of the Duty Sergeant, supervises the preparation of written reports on incidents occurring inside the facility which includes the actions/use of necessary force by officers to be utilized in criminal prosecutions, defense against lawsuits, disciplinary procedures against inmates and at time for internal affair investigations.
  • Observes and controls inmate movement within the housing unit by communicating with inmates either in person or over the intercom system; conducts inmate searches for contraband; utilizes force and/or self-defense techniques as necessary to maintain order; provides first aid and CPR when necessary.
  • Monitors inmates’ behavior and attitudes for signs of personality changes, depression and developing conflicts between inmates; enforces the rules and guidelines for inmates which includes initiating disciplinary action when necessary; prepares and maintains records of inmates’ physical or mental problems.
  • Prepares and reviews reports detailing operational problems such as defective equipment, makes suggestions for improving services or hazardous conditions.
  • Supervises work release activities by maintaining control of inmates allowed work privileges; maintains records of work performance and polices the area of their living quarters; conducts various and sporadic shake downs and strip searches for the safety of the officers and other inmates.
  • Ensures the proper storage of contraband seized as the result of criminal or administrative activity.
  • Ensures the safety of visitors to include attorneys and other professional visits.
  • Answers inmate’s questions regarding the rules and regulation of the facility and provides information regarding the booking process, bond amounts and charges, etc.
  • Makes an inventory of supplies and recommends purchases of necessary items.
  • May back-up computer files from the booking computer daily.
  • Performs all other duties as required by the Detention Sergeant.
  • Show up for work on time and ready to work.
  • Ability to work schedule to meet all the obligation of the position
  • Ability to work independently or in a team
  • Ability to follow the policies and procedures of the County and the Sheriff’s Office
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements listed below
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
 
   
Knowledge:
  • Knows how to make an inventory of supplies and recommends purchases.
  • Knows how to prepare and review reports about operational problems.
  • Prepares and maintains records of daily records.
  • Can coordinate work to others and evaluate their performance. 
Skills:
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manual.
  • Can speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations.
Abilities:
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITIES:
  • Directly supervises employees in the Detention Security and Detention Transport Divisions.
  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
  • Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • To be eligible to apply for Detention Corporal; one year of experience with the Alamosa Sheriff’s Office or one year of experience from another Law Enforcement agency.
  • Driver’s License Required.
  • First Aid/CPR certification.
  • Certified Peace Officer preferred.
  • Certified Detention Officer preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, WORK CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must possess the physical ability to run for long periods of time, if necessary, in pursuit of a suspect. Must also possess the ability to contain and apprehend the suspect once captured.  Must be trained in the use of communication equipment, firearms, Electronic Control Board, stun devises, camera equipment, handcuffs and leg irons, tactical equipment, bullet proof vest, PR24 Baton or ASP, restraint equipment, fire control equipment, and O.C. Spray.   Position requires the ability to operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment at efficient speed. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, and to reach with hands and arms. The position is required to stand, sit for long periods of time, talk and hear. Hearing and vision correctable to normal ranges; close-up vision and the ability to adjust focus across an audience.  Occasionally, the position may stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, carry, twist and push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight.  The employee is required to communicate both orally and in writing. Employee must be able to reach and manipulate objects, tools or controls, and drive for extended periods of time.  Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly and occasionally lift and/or move from 50 to 100 pounds. The noise level may be very quiet to noisy depending on the situation.
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 The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this job, the level of knowledge, skills and abilities typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

It is the policy of Alamosa County to not discriminate against any person with regard to all federally protected classifications including race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, any disability, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression.
 
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
 


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