DETENTION OFFICER

About the role

The Lewis and Clark County Sheriff's Office is hiring Detention Officers to work in the newly remodeled jail. Detention Officers are responsible for ensuring safe and smooth operations of the jail, including supervising and monitoring incarcerated individuals, transporting, and overseeing the daily activities of the individuals.

Responsibilities

• Completes booking forms
• Takes inked fingerprint impressions and identification photographs
• Completes disposition records, medical records, prescription drug records, property records and inventories, and court records
• Conducts inmate searches
• Conducts fire, safety and sanitation inspections
• Maintains continuous supervision and surveillance over detention center activities (i.e., work crews, security risk prisoners, etc.)
• Receives and reports inmate complaints
• Supervises prisoners and visitors
• Supervises prisoner phone calls
• Provides meals and commissary for inmates
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency
• Successfully pass a criminal background investigation and a thorough background check
• Successfully complete one hundred sixty (160) hours of P.O.S.T certified Correction/Detention officer basic course and maintain certification
• Able to successfully complete one hundred sixty (160) hours of P.O.S.T. certified Correction/Detention officer basic course and maintain certification
• Able to obtain a valid Montana drivers’ license within (30) thirty days of hire
• Be of good moral character as determined by a thorough background check
• Be a citizen of the United States or Resident Alien
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be a high school graduate or have been issued an equivalency certificate by the Superintendent of Public Instruction, or by an appropriate issuing agency of another state or of the federal government

Qualifications

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school
• Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related preferred

Skills

• Operate computer systems and related software, including word processing and spreadsheet programs
• Access and use CJIN/NCIC systems according to prescribed standards and regulations
• Use office equipment
• Use detention tools according to prescribed standards
• Understand and apply rules, regulations, and policies according to office standards
• Observe prescribed radio codes and protocols
• Prepare written reports according to prescribed standards
• Maintain records according to prescribed standards
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors, prisoners, community representatives, and citizens

Physical Demands

• Requires standing, walking and sitting for extended periods of time
• May be required to physically lift/carry/restrain inmates
• Must be prepared in self-defense techniques and qualified in the use of OC spray, Taser, CPR and Basic First Aid
• Must be able to move or lift documents and materials weighing up to 30 pounds with occasional need to lift or move materials up to or in excess of 100 pounds

Benefits

• Includes: Health Coverage – 2 Types of Health Plans which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage; Traditional Plan - cost for employee only is $50 per month and with the Wellness incentive, the cost may be reduced to $0 per month for full-time employees; High Deductible Health Plan – cost for employee is $0 per month and a additional $1200 per year to a Health Savings Account for full time employees; PureView Health Center – preferred clinic provider and no cost to the employee and his/her dependents; 20 year Retirement Plan; Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays; Employees are provided with $25,000.00 of Life Insurance and $25, 000.00 of AD&D insurance as a new employee; Wellness Screening Incentive; Gym Membership Reimbursement; Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Pay

• Includes: Market adjustments; Wage increase after completion of probationary period; Step based wage increases; Longevity pay

Schedule

• Includes: Cost of living increases

Examples of Knowledge

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school
• The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school

Examples Of Skills And Abilities

• Operate computer systems and related software, including word processing and spreadsheet programs
• Access and use CJIN/NCIC systems according to prescribed standards and regulations
• Use office equipment
• Use detention tools according to prescribed standards
• Understand and apply rules, regulations, and policies according to office standards
• Observe prescribed radio codes and protocols
• Prepare written reports according to prescribed standards
• Maintain records according to prescribed standards
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors, prisoners, community representatives, and citizens

Who We Are

The Lewis & Clark County Sheriff's Office is the chief law enforcement agency in Lewis & Clark County, Montana. It is comprised of over eighty employees including sworn officers, detention officers and professional support staff. The Sheriff's Office provides general law enforcement, detention functions, rural fire support and search and rescue operations for the citizens of Lewis & Clark County in a service area of over two million acres. Additionally, this agency provides specialized regional services to the entire county and contract law enforcement to specific areas.

Our Mission

Dedicated to providing professional law enforcement services in partnership with the community.

Our Vision

To enhance the quality of life in Lewis & Clark County through progressive law enforcement, quality personnel, innovative training and incorporating the latest technology.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lewis and Clark County is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.