What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jail Deputy - Non-Certified, Certified position at Larimer County?
One Agency. One Mission: Public Safety.
Do you have a friend who is also interested in Law Enforcement? If so, we have a Buddy program that will pay each of you $500 upon successful completion of our in-house mini academy.
If you have two (2) or more years of experience as a corrections or jail deputy, please exit this application and apply for our "Experienced Jail Deputy (Lateral Program) job opportunity.
Research indicates that individuals from diverse backgrounds, including women and people of color, may sometimes feel hesitant to apply for a position unless they have experience performing every task outlined in the job description. At the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, we believe in recognizing the value of skills and perspectives that can be gained through unique experiences and backgrounds. If you are passionate about our mission and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we invite you to apply and showcase the qualities that set you apart. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and look forward to reviewing your application.
A Jail Deputy maintains the security of the Larimer County Jail while preserving order to ensure the safety and welfare of staff, visitors, and inmates.
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office seeks skilled problem-solvers to join our team. The ideal candidate is a natural communicator and can effectively diffuse and de-escalate tense, face-to-face interactions, make good decisions quickly, and take pride in being resourceful and innovative.
Larimer County will be expanding and improving the Jail over the next five years. We're looking to enhance the Larimer County Sheriff's Office family by hiring several individuals as Certified and Non-Certified Deputies. With the plans for expansion and improvements, employees will enjoy natural light, an enjoyable and relaxing break area, state-of-the-art equipment, and all the tools necessary to do their jobs safely. Jail Deputies have access to mentors, endless training, special assignments, promotional opportunities, and a wonderful group of team members to work with and provide support.
Larimer County Jail is not your typical jail. It's clean and professional, and the layout is an open concept. The County offers medical, dental, vision, employer-paid long-term, and short-term disability, amongst other benefits.
If you are past military and are GI Bill eligible, if hired you may qualify to be reimbursed through your GI Bill during the training period for this job.
The following statements are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities of the job. The organization retains the right to modify or change the duties and responsibilities of the job at any time.
- Exercises direct supervision over inmates.
- Plans and supervises inmate unit activities.
- Effectively communicates to provide information, directions, mediations, and de-escalate situations and resolve conflicts.
- Classifies, assesses, and responds to inmates. Processes and releases inmates; takes photographs and obtains a serviceable set of fingerprint impressions.
- Manages the inmate population by walking around the housing units and talking to inmates.
- Sets clear expectations, serves as a role model, uses positive reinforcement techniques, respect, and consideration when working with inmates; assures inmates accountable for their behavior.
- Performs searches to include people, mail items, and/or objects capable of concealing contraband, buildings, vehicles, and large outdoor areas.
- Inspects unclothed inmates; may be exposed to body fluids and wastes, and diseased persons.
- Restrains inmates; subdues resisting inmates using approved techniques of arrest control, defensive tactics, and weapons; resorts to the use of hands, feet, and other approved weapons in defense of self or others.
- Physically breaks up fights and altercations between inmates.
- Pursues fleeing inmates.
- Performs crisis intervention activities to include inmate counseling, suicide prevention, and recognizing and addressing abnormal behavior.
- Performs rescue functions to include, administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging, and carrying people away from dangerous situations, securing and evacuating people from areas, and extinguishing fires.
- Conducts visual and audio surveillance for extended periods of time.
- Engages in law enforcement patrol functions that include walking on foot patrol and physically checking the doors and windows of buildings to ensure they are secure.Initiates and responds to radio communications.
- Testifies and attends court and speaks formally as necessary.
- Reads, comprehends, and processes legal and non-legal documents.
- Prepares investigative and other reports, sketches, and drawings, using appropriate grammar, symbols, and mathematical computations.
- Processes, files, labels, and alphabetizes reports as appropriate.
- Enters and searches data into computer systems or databases.
- Utilizes protective equipment including self-contained breathing apparatus and other air filtering devices.
- Gathers information and collects evidence; interviews and obtains statements from involved parties.
- Prepares investigative and other reports, sketches, and drawings, using appropriate grammar, symbols, and mathematical computations; determines when probable cause exists; recommends inmate disciplinary action.
- When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of Commissioners, all Larimer County employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker.
- Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for the performance of the job.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must be at least 21 years of age by date of hire.
- Possession of a valid Driver's License required.
- No criminal convictions as defined by Colorado P.O.S.T. required.
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.
Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
Short and Long-Term Disability.
Employee Assistance Program
Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
457(b) Deferred Compensation.
Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
Hiring Process:
Complete the Online Application
Pre-Employment Questionnaire
Written Test
Oral Board Interview
Physical Agility Test
In-depth Background Investigation
Polygraph Examination
Captains Interview
Psychological Test
Pre-Employment Medical and Drug Screen
Other Information to Note:
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.
Applicants must meet all of the following:
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Cannot have a felony conviction
No convictions involving domestic violence
No use of illegal drugs within the past five years
Recruitment Contact:
Email sheriff-hr@co.larimer.co.us or call 970-498-5550.
Salary : $71,365 - $91,083
