What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custody Technician position at Kootenai County?
Custody Technician– Sheriff’s Office
Starting pay $22.41/hour
(includes shift differential)
Hiring Bonus Available
WE WILL TRAIN YOU!
THE POSITION: This position assists detention deputies with the booking and releasing process of inmates through direct contact with inmates, update inmate files and performs a variety of jail related clerical duties. This position also utilizes hand-eye coordination to manage and monitor all doors, gates, video surveillance, and intercom systems in the Kootenai County Jail.
- $22.41 per hour DOE (includes .50 shift differential)
- Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), a pension plan with five year vesting, 11.96% employer contribution, and a lifetime payout upon retirement
- Our comprehensive benefits package includes full access for health plan members and dependents to a free medical clinic offering primary care appointments, medications, lab services and more!
- Do you have student loan debt? This position is Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible allowing employees who qualify 100% student loan forgiveness.
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WE ARE INTERESTED IN CANDIDATES THAT:
- enjoy working with technology in a fast-paced environment
- have good communication skills
- have the ability to multitask while demonstrating accuracy, and an attention to detail
DO YOU QUALIFY?
- Do you have a GED or high school diploma and at least six (6) months of work experience?
- Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a NCIC (National Crime Information Center) certification within six (6) months of hire?
- Do you possess or have the ability to carry and use pepper spray?
- Please view the automatic disqualifiers for working with the Sheriff's Office before applying
IMPORTANT TIPS FOR APPLYING: We are looking for individuals with the character to be completely truthful in their application materials. During every stage of the process please list accurate information in your responses. Information which is omitted or minimized can disqualify you before we have the opportunity to meet you. If you have any questions regarding this job opportunity please do not hesitate to call, we look forward to speaking with you. Connect with the Sheriff's Office recruiting team at KCSOrecruit@kcgov.us any time before or after your initial testing. We are here to answer your questions.
BONUS DETAILS:
Upon hire, a $500.00 payment is made in the first regularly scheduled paycheck. An additional payment of $500.00 will be made upon completion of one (1) year.
CONTACT US:
Marcia Heglie, Personnel Administrator mheglie@kcgov.us or (208) 446-1306
Bridget Gernns bgernns@kcgov.us or (208) 446-1304
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OUR LOCATION: Located in beautiful northern Idaho, and home to approximately 171,000 residents, Kootenai County is surrounded by scenic mountains and more than twenty pristine lakes--an outdoor enthusiast's dream. The largest city and county seat is located in Coeur d'Alene and is on the majestic shores of Lake Coeur d'Alene. Learn more about living in Kootenai County.
TO APPLY: Apply online at www.kcgov.us . Must successfully pass the County's pre-employment and subsequent random drug tests. Must also pass a stringent Sheriff's Office background and selection process to include: Oral Board, Polygraph Examination, Psychological Evaluation and Medical Examination.
EOE/Vets Preference/Drug Free Workplace
Salary : $45,573
