Detention Captain

Description

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month
• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service
• Dependent Care FSA
• FSA and HSA
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary
• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match
• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships
  
  

Job Summary

Performs a variety of complex administrative, supervisory and professional public safety assistance work in: planning, coordinating and directing the activities of the Detention Unit of the Sheriff's Office.

Pay Rate

The monthly range is from $6,778.80 to $8,240.87, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

• The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.*
  
  

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Hiring Manager

Sheriff's Office

Phone: (970) 641-1113

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license without record of suspension or revocation in any state.
• No felony convictions and/or serious misdemeanor, disqualifying criminal histories.
• Ability to obtain certification for CPR/First Aid.
• Ability to meet Department's physical standards.
• Must complete ICS 100, ICS 200 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.
• Must be able to be on call during days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  
  

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, corrections, management, or related field and (6) years of related work experience. Work experience must include (3) years of supervisory in this field.
• Any combination of education, training and work experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Including (3) years of supervisory in this field.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and six years of progressively responsible work in law enforcement or police administration, including three years in a supervisory or lead capacity; two years of college level coursework in law enforcement, police administration or a related field is desirable.
• Six (6) years of experience in criminal justice work.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment.
• Must be able to communicate in English, both written and orally.
• Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits.