What are the responsibilities and job description for the SHERIFF'S OFFICE- DETENTION OFFICER TRAINEE position at County of El Paso, TX?
Minimum Qualifications
U.S High school graduate, GED.
Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certificates and Licenses Required
Must be at least 18 years of age, must meet the minimum standards for initial licensure required by TCLEOSE and the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, must have a current and valid Texas driver's license.
Skill/Ability to: to read, write and be able to communicate effectively in English; to conceal any tattoos, body art or branding by use of the authorized uniform or Office authorized clothing; have and maintain high ethical stands; maintain confidentiality of information; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, read and interpret documents such as department/division policy and procedures manual, inmate rules and regulations; learn to write routine reports and correspondence; add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; observe situations analytically and objectively, and record them clearly and completely; react quickly and calmly in emergencies; complete the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office/Region VIII Training Academy (or equivalent upon approval of the Sheriff), including passing the Detention Officer licensing examination in compliance with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education in a reasonable timeframe. Speak effectively; Pass a background investigation.
Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance:
- Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
- Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;
- Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
- Maintain strict confidentiality;
- Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,
- Maintain and enhance the County’s commitment to customer service excellence
Typical Duties
Essential Duties
Successfully performs physical and academic curriculum in a classroom/obstacle course setting to learn the duties of a Detention Officer position;
Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrates commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and
Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.
Job Summary
The Detention Officer Trainee works under regular supervision while training in detention officer duties in accordance with the mission, goals and objectives of the El Paso County Sheriff's Office and in compliance with governing federal, state and local laws.
Additional Information
Other Important Duties*
Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
Organizational Relationships
Reports to: Section Supervisor
Directs: Although this is a non-supervisory position the incumbent is required to direct inmates.
Other: Has frequent contact with other county employees, inmates, general public and other law enforcement agencies.
HOLIDAYS
16 holidays per year as recognized.
VACATION
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees.
10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service)
15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service)
20 days (15 years of service or over)
SICK LEAVE
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 10 days of sick leave per year.
MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES
Military Leave – 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service
Bereavement Leave – 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member and 4 hours for other family members and friends.
MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS
Plan Costs – Biweekly Rates
Effective January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022
Medical
Traditional Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
No Discounts
EE Only $5.56
EE & Spouse $186.31
EE & Children $130.71
EE & Family $305.26
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $5.45
EE & Spouse - $182.58
EE & Children - $128.10
EE & Family - $299.15
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.34
EE & Spouse - $178.86
EE & Children - $125.48
EE & Family - $293.05
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.23
EE & Spouse - $175.13
EE & Children - $122.87
EE & Family - $286.94
Traditional Core Plan
No Discounts
EE Only - $37.07
EE & Spouse - $290.33
EE & Children - $224.36
EE & Family - $459.83
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $36.33
EE & Spouse - $284.52
EE & Children - $219.87
EE & Family - $450.63
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $35.59
EE & Spouse - $278.72
EE & Children -$215.39
EE & Family - $441.744
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $34.85
EE & Spouse - $272.91
EE & Children - $210.90
EE & Family - $432.24
El Paso County - ACO - Hospitals of Providence Network Plan Options
Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) ACO
No Discounts
EE Only $5.00
EE & Spouse $167.68
EE & Children $117.64
EE & Family $274.73
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $4.91
EE & Spouse - $464.32
EE & Children - $115.29
EE & Family - $269.24
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $4.81
EE & Spouse - $160.97
EE & Children - $112.93
EE & Family - $263.75
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $4.71
EE & Spouse - $157.62
EE & Children - $110.58
EE & Family - $258.25
Core Plan ACO
No Discounts
EE Only - $33.26
EE & Spouse - $261.30
EE & Children - $201.92
EE & Family - $413.85
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $32.70
EE & Spouse - $256.07
EE & Children - $197.88
EE & Family - $405.57
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $32.03
EE & Spouse - $250.85
EE & Children - $193.85
EE & Family - $397.30
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $31.37
EE & Spouse - $245.62
EE & Children - $189.81
EE & Family - $389.02
El Paso County - Narrow Network - University Medical Center (UMC) Plan Options
Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) UMC
No Discounts
EE Only - $5.25
EE & Spouse - $176.99
EE & Children - $124.17
EE & Family - $290.00
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $5.18
EE & Spouse - $173.45
EE & Children - $121.70
EE & Family - $284.19
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.07
EE & Spouse - $169.92
EE & Children - $119.21
EE & Family - $278.40
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $4.97
EE & Spouse - $166.37
EE & Children - $116.73
EE & Family - $272.59
Core Plan UMC
No Discounts
EE Only - $35.22
EE & Spouse - $275.81
EE & Children - $213.14
EE & Family - $436.84
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $34.51
EE & Spouse - $270.29
EE & Children - $208.88
EE & Family - $428.10
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $33.81
EE & Spouse - $264.78
EE & Children - $204.62
EE & Family - $419.37
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $33.11
EE & Spouse - $259.26
EE & Children - $200.36
EE & Family - $410.63
Vision
EE Only - $3.16
EE 1 - $5.05
EE & Family - $8.21
RETIREMENT
Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.
LIFE INSURANCE
Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY
The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.
SHORT-TERM DISABILITY
The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.
RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.
SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM
The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT
Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.
Salary : $3 - $246
