Detentions Deputy I

Detentions Deputy I: $25.25 - $30.79 Hourly; $52,520.00 - $64,043.20 Annually

• Maintains incarcerated person security, welfare, and appropriate conduct in accordance with policies throughout various areas of the County’s detentions facilities and related areas, including cells, housing units, common areas, corridors, courtrooms, and during transportation; provides effective directives to incarcerated persons as necessary.
• Monitors and oversees incarcerated person movement and behaviors; provides guidance and enforces incarcerated person order, rules, and regulations; operates and monitors a range of security systems, including doors, intercoms, cameras, computers, and two-way radios and promptly reports any suspicious or irregular activities.
• Processes the intake, detention, transfer, and release procedures for incarcerated persons and maintains accurate and comprehensive documentation.
• Utilizes a variety of office equipment including computers for efficient data entry, verification, and retrieval of information; maintains meticulous records and statistical information related to incarcerated persons.
• Issues and distributes clothing and supplies to incarcerated persons based on their needs; handles incarcerated person mail; receives, maintains, and documents incarcerated persons’ personal property and returns upon release.
• Fosters incarcerated person welfare by promoting acceptable attitudes and behaviors among incarcerated persons, assisting in their adjustment to confinement; effectively addresses and reports any behavioral issues to supervisors or officers.
• Conducts searches of incarcerated persons and their living areas to detect and seize contraband, weapons, narcotics or other prohibited items; regularly assesses and reports on the cleanliness and orderliness of incarcerated person quarters.
• Carries out thorough inspections of the facility and grounds, promptly reporting any unusual circumstances that could compromise safety or security or lead to actual or potential escapes.
• Maintains vigilant awareness of surroundings and incarcerated person behavior; effectively recognizes, de-escalates, and manages potential altercations and volatile situations; employs necessary measures to regain control in situations involving unruly incarcerated persons including using office approved take-down and control techniques, O.C. pepper spray, TASER, and impact weapon/baton as appropriate.
• Responds promptly and appropriately to incarcerated person calls for assistance, including handling conflicts, medical emergencies, and situations involving self-harm or harm to others.
• Classifies and screens incarcerated persons for appropriate housing and activities; actively participates in programs designed to support incarcerated person rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society.
• Prepares accurate and concise records and reports; documents daily activities, incidents, and any violations of rules and regulations.
• Coordinates and prepares incarcerated persons for transportation to various destinations, such as hospitals, courts, prisons, and other facilities; ensures incarcerated person safety and security throughout the process.
• Performs additional duties of support staff duties as necessary or assigned, including the service of specific civil process papers; provides credible testimony in court proceedings when required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

• Detentions Deputy I: None required.
• Detentions Deputy II: One (1) year of experience working in a detention facility at a level equivalent to the classification of Detentions Deputy I with Kings County.

• Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain during one (1) year probationary period, a minimum mandated Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) Certified Adult Corrections Officer Core Course issued by the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) or an STC approved supplemental course with valid Basic Certificate issued by the California State Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain during one (1) year probationary period, a valid certificate of completion of Penial Code 832 Laws of Arrest and Firearms issued by the P.O.S.T.   
• Possession of, or ability to obtain during a one (1) year probationary period, a valid First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate to be maintained throughout employment. 
• Possession of, or ability to obtain during a one (1) year probationary period, valid Impact Weapons/Batons, Weaponless Defense, and TASER certifications to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain during a one (1) year probationary period, a chemical restraint course certification for carrying Oleoresin Capsicum, commonly known as pepper spray, to be maintained throughout employment. 

• Possession of an appropriate STC Certified Adult Corrections Officer Core Course issued by the BSCC or an STC approved supplemental course with valid Basic Certificate issued by the P.O.S.T. to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a valid certificate of completion of Penial Code 832 Laws of Arrest and Firearms issued by the P.O.S.T.   
• Possession of a valid First Aid, CPR, and AED certificate to be maintained throughout employment. 
• Possession of valid Impact Weapons/Batons, Weaponless Defense, and TASER certifications to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a chemical restraint course certification for carrying Oleoresin Capsicum, commonly known as pepper spray, to be maintained throughout employment. 

Salary : $52,520 - $64,043