Police Detention Specialist

About the role

The Police Detention Specialist is the entry level position in the Police Detention Officer series. This classification is responsible for learning and performing duties associated with the operation of a jail, the booking and processing of arrested persons, and the welfare and security of prisoners.

Responsibilities

• Performs all tasks of a Detention Officer other than transports and carrying a firearm.
• Provides support to peers and police department employees for the safety of all our employees and inmates.
• Provides quality control review of police department documents and other work product submitted by sworn officers, detectives and supervisors for validity, accuracy and completeness.
• Enters, corrects, changes, retrieves, uploads, downloads, updates and audits digital information within our Jail Management System and County Booking.
• Maintains a calm demeanor and acts professionally in all interactions with the public, department personnel and other criminal justice agencies.
• Responds to emergencies and performs first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.
• Operates computer and other office equipment, intoxilyzer equipment, video arraignment equipment, telephone, camera, and fingerprint equipment requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement, visual and muscular dexterity, and controlled manipulations.
• Operates a Mobile Data Computer (MDC) and a variety of standard office equipment in an office environment including: computer, telephone, calculator, copy, and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
• Displays physical agility to restrain and control offenders within the confines of a jail setting or at mobile sites.
• React quickly and effectively to physical confrontations and emergency situations with prisoners (average weight 160 pounds).
• Bend, reach, kneel, and crouch; perform defensive tactics, which require quick reflexes, agility, coordination, and strength.
• Learn and perform first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.
• Perform multiple physical tasks simultaneously.
• Stand and sit for long periods of time.
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment in an office environment including: computer, telephone, calculator, copy, and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
• Visual and muscular dexterity to operate, computer equipment, and two-way radio maintaining constant vigilance to the surrounding area.
• Use appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) when needed/required.
• Travel to/from various locations.
• Work overtime as required and a variety of scheduled shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

  Requirements

  • A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
  • Some customer service experience required.
  • Possess certification from a Detention/Correction/Police Officer academy or ability to obtain certification within 12 months, dependent on third-party academy scheduling.
  • Pass a one-year probationary period.
  • Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.
  • Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment.

  Qualifications

  • None specified.

  Skills

  • Customer service skills.
  • First aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) knowledge.
  • Computer skills.
  • Office equipment operation.
  • Physical fitness and agility.
  • Emergency response and handling.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  Benefits

  • 12 Paid Holidays.
  • Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month.
  • Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month.
  • Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits.
  • City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance.
  • Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year.
  • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit.
  • Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457.
  • Pet Insurance.

  Pay

  Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $29.55/hour or $61,464.00 annually.

  Schedule

  • Rotating shifts.
  • Evenings.
  • Weekends.
  • Holidays.