Job Summary

Work involves maintaining the security of Pueblo County Detention Center while preserving order to ensure the safety and welfare of staff, visitors, and inmates. This includes processing and supervising detainees/inmates, operating the jail facility, and performing related duties.

DUTIES:

Prepares investigative reports using sketches, symbols and mathematical computations.
Effectively and coherently uses interpersonal communication skills to communicate with inmates, professional visitors and the public by providing information and directions, mediating disputes and advising of rights and processes.
Physically breaks up fights and skirmishes.
Demonstrates competent communications skills in court and other formal settings.
Performs rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters, including administering basic emergency medical aid; lifting, dragging and carrying people away from dangerous situations; and securing and evacuating people from confined areas.
Endures verbal and mental abuse when confronted with the hostile views and opinions of inmates and other people encountered in an antagonist environment.
Reads and comprehends legal and non-legal documents, including the processing of such documents as medical instructions, commitment orders, summons and other legal writs and court documents.
Prepares a variety of reports using appropriate grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Processes reports as appropriate (i.e., files, alphabetizes, labels, etc.)
Enters data into computer systems or databases; looks up information in database; creates basic word processor documents and enters data into spreadsheets; uses email to communicate.
Detects and collects evidence and substances that provide the basis of criminal offenses and infractions and/or that indicate the presence of dangerous conditions.
Provides information to citizens regarding general legal procedures as necessary.
Represents the agency at informational, planning and other required meetings.
Serves as supervisor for inmate population. Sets clear expectations with inmates, uses positive reinforcement techniques with inmates, holds inmates accountable for their behavior and treats inmates with respect, consideration, fairness and justice. Manages the inmate population by walking around the housing units and talking to inmates. Plans and supervises unit activities. Serves as a role model for inmate population and encourage inmates to takes responsibility for themselves.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license.

Additional Information

The selection process includes, but is not limited to, an entry-level written test. Prior to employment, candidates will complete a background investigation, polygraph examination, physical examination to include a drug screen, and psychological evaluation. The expected duration of the selection process will not normally exceed two months. Candidates not selected may reapply in the future. This position requires shift work, including weekends and holidays. This posting may be used to fill multiple openings.

All applications must be submitted online by Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 11:59 PM.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-The Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or provision of services.

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