Detention Sergeant, Sheriff Department

ALAMOSA COUNTY
Sheriff Department
Detention Sergeant

REPORTS TO: Lieutenant and Captain
FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt
SALARY RANGE:  Non-Post $49,566-$52,566 DOE    Post Certified: $53,506 to $56,506 DOE
DATE ADOPTED: May 2023

JOB SUMMARY:

Supervises subordinates and participates in the security, protection, transport, and guarding of prisoners housed within the Alamosa County Detention Facility on an assigned shift. Assists Jail Administrator with tasks assigned.

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.)

• Reviews and understands Detention budgets. 
• Places orders for needed Detention items.
• Coordinates, and assigns the work of others in unit, monitors and evaluates performance and work outputs to maintain efficiency and quality of work.
• Reviews and assigns duties on the work schedule.
• 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.
• Reviews daily paperwork including but not limited to bookings, bonds, CHJ’s, transport logs, billing sheets, Green packs.
• Ensures daily shift duties are complete.
• Communicates, and monitors policies, procedures, and standards for the unit. Suggests improvement when necessary
• 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.
• 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 subordinates, 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.
• 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.
• Performs all other duties as required by the Detention Lieutenant or Jail Administrator.
• 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 communicate (verbally & in writing) in English
• Ability to follow the policies and procedures of the County and Sheriff’s Office
• Ability to meet the physical requirements listed below

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge:

• Understands daily paperwork.
• Knows how to preparation of written reports.
• Can communicate, monitor policies, procedures and standards.
• Knows the Detention budget.

Skills:

• Can read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manual.
• Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations.

Abilities:

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• 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.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:​​​​​​​

• Directly supervises employees in the Detention 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:​​​​​​​

• Three (3) years of experience with any Law Enforcement Agency or two (2) years of experience with Alamosa County Sheriff’s Office. 
• Driver’s License Required.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Certified Peace Officer desirable.
• Certified Detention Officer desirable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, WORK CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Employee must possess the physical ability to run for long periods of duration, if necessary, in pursuit of a suspect. Employee must also possess the agility to contain and apprehend the suspect once captured. Employee must be trained in the use of communication equipment, firearms, Electronic Control Board, stun devices, camera equipment, hand cuffs and leg irons, tactical equipment, bullet proof vest, PR24 Baton or ASP, restraint equipment, fire control equipment, and O. C. Spray.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment can be moderate to noisy.

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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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