What are the responsibilities and job description for the Programs - Law Enforcement Specialist (LES) - SO position at Mesa County, CO?
Salary
$22.04 - $28.07 Hourly
Location
Grand Junction, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
02544
Department
Sheriff
Opening Date
02/11/2025
Closing Date
2/18/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
JOB SUMMARY:
The Programs Law Enforcement Specialist (LES) position is located in the Programs office at the Mesa County Detention Facility (County Jail). This position will work directly with Programs Deputies in conjunction with other jail staff as needed. A large majority of job duties will be data entry and clerical duties. This position will include inmate interaction that may be minimal but necessary for this position. The Programs LES may be utilized to assist with Visitations LES duties. This is a non-sworn position.
Essential Duties
Essential Job Functions
(The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The County reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time. All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)
Job Duties
Completing pre-classification interview research on inmates to include researching prior and current charges, criminal history, and institutional behavior.
Inventory, distribution, and release of inmate property.
Scanning and electronic record keeping of documents into inmate accounts.
Data entry and statistical tracking of jail records.
Data entry of arraignment/court information.
Information research for inmate Classification reviews i.e. bond info, case status, and behavioral documentation.
Maintaining a scheduled calendar of facility Classrooms/interview areas. These areas are reserved for phone conferences, court hearings, disciplinary hearings, administrative meetings, parole hearings, probation hearings, attorney visits, education classes, religious services, other inmate programs, and any additional meetings as needed.
Assist current religious volunteers in maintaining an inmate library.
Respond to inmate kites within duties/responsibilities.
Miscellaneous
Be prepared to testify in court when required to do so.
Operate with minimal supervision.
Assist as a Visitation LES as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job:
Computer experience, knowledge of Microsoft Word desirable, customer service experience, good typing, writing and spelling/grammar skills, able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and written, able to work with the public and/or inmates in stressful situations.
Supplemental Information
Physical Requirements And Working Environment
This position requires standing, stooping, sitting, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
May be required to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends. General work hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday-Friday (40 hours per week) but are subject to change due to agency needs.
The employee may be exposed to contagious diseases and other serious health conditions of inmates or inmate visitors.
The employee may be exposed to volatile and\or unpredictable behavior of inmates or inmate visitors.
The employee may come in contact with members of the general public who are upset or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The employee may be exposed to inmates or inmate visitors who are unclean and/or not fully dressed.
In Compliance With The Equal Pay For Equal Work Act The Following Items Can Be Used As a Determining Factor In The Starting And Ongoing Wage Of An Employee Working In This Position
Click Here for Benefits Page
A newly hired employee is eligible for benefits starting the 1st of the month, following 30 days of employment.
01
IN Marking yes indicates your understanding. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
You must include 10 years of work history OR if you do not have 10 years you must indicate your first job. Marking yes indicates your understanding.
You must include 10 years of your residence history. It is your responsibility to provide the correct and complete addresses of residences. Marking yes indicates your understanding.
You must include High School/GED information in the education section as well as any college. Marking yes indicates your understanding.
You must include a minimum of 3 references who know you well enough to provide current and past information about you. In the reference section you should not be listing relatives or former employers. Marking yes indicates your understanding.
Most positions require day, grave, weekend, and holiday shifts. By marking yes, you are indicating you are available to work all types of shifts.
How did you find out about the open positions at the Mesa County Sheriff's Office? Current Mesa County Employee Indeed Mesa County Recruitment Video on Mesa County Website Career Fair Social Media Other - (Explain)
Required Question
Employer Mesa County
Address 544 Rood Ave.
Grand Junction, Colorado, 81501
Phone 970-244-1856
Website http://www.mesacounty.us
$22.04 - $28.07 Hourly
Location
Grand Junction, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
02544
Department
Sheriff
Opening Date
02/11/2025
Closing Date
2/18/2025 5:00 PM Mountain
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
JOB SUMMARY:
The Programs Law Enforcement Specialist (LES) position is located in the Programs office at the Mesa County Detention Facility (County Jail). This position will work directly with Programs Deputies in conjunction with other jail staff as needed. A large majority of job duties will be data entry and clerical duties. This position will include inmate interaction that may be minimal but necessary for this position. The Programs LES may be utilized to assist with Visitations LES duties. This is a non-sworn position.
Essential Duties
Essential Job Functions
(The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The County reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time. All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)
Job Duties
Completing pre-classification interview research on inmates to include researching prior and current charges, criminal history, and institutional behavior.
Inventory, distribution, and release of inmate property.
Scanning and electronic record keeping of documents into inmate accounts.
Data entry and statistical tracking of jail records.
Data entry of arraignment/court information.
Information research for inmate Classification reviews i.e. bond info, case status, and behavioral documentation.
Maintaining a scheduled calendar of facility Classrooms/interview areas. These areas are reserved for phone conferences, court hearings, disciplinary hearings, administrative meetings, parole hearings, probation hearings, attorney visits, education classes, religious services, other inmate programs, and any additional meetings as needed.
Assist current religious volunteers in maintaining an inmate library.
Respond to inmate kites within duties/responsibilities.
Miscellaneous
Be prepared to testify in court when required to do so.
Operate with minimal supervision.
Assist as a Visitation LES as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job:
Computer experience, knowledge of Microsoft Word desirable, customer service experience, good typing, writing and spelling/grammar skills, able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and written, able to work with the public and/or inmates in stressful situations.
Supplemental Information
Physical Requirements And Working Environment
This position requires standing, stooping, sitting, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
May be required to work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends. General work hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday-Friday (40 hours per week) but are subject to change due to agency needs.
The employee may be exposed to contagious diseases and other serious health conditions of inmates or inmate visitors.
The employee may be exposed to volatile and\or unpredictable behavior of inmates or inmate visitors.
The employee may come in contact with members of the general public who are upset or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The employee may be exposed to inmates or inmate visitors who are unclean and/or not fully dressed.
In Compliance With The Equal Pay For Equal Work Act The Following Items Can Be Used As a Determining Factor In The Starting And Ongoing Wage Of An Employee Working In This Position
- A seniority system that rewards employees based on length of employment, or;
- Education, training, or experience to the extent that they are reasonably related to the work in question.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement
- Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
- Life insurance
- Long term disability
Click Here for Benefits Page
A newly hired employee is eligible for benefits starting the 1st of the month, following 30 days of employment.
01
IN Marking yes indicates your understanding. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
- Yes
- No
You must include 10 years of work history OR if you do not have 10 years you must indicate your first job. Marking yes indicates your understanding.
- Yes
- No
You must include 10 years of your residence history. It is your responsibility to provide the correct and complete addresses of residences. Marking yes indicates your understanding.
- Yes
- No
You must include High School/GED information in the education section as well as any college. Marking yes indicates your understanding.
- Yes
- No
You must include a minimum of 3 references who know you well enough to provide current and past information about you. In the reference section you should not be listing relatives or former employers. Marking yes indicates your understanding.
- Yes
- No
Most positions require day, grave, weekend, and holiday shifts. By marking yes, you are indicating you are available to work all types of shifts.
- Yes
- No
How did you find out about the open positions at the Mesa County Sheriff's Office? Current Mesa County Employee Indeed Mesa County Recruitment Video on Mesa County Website Career Fair Social Media Other - (Explain)
Required Question
Employer Mesa County
Address 544 Rood Ave.
Grand Junction, Colorado, 81501
Phone 970-244-1856
Website http://www.mesacounty.us
Salary : $22 - $28
