Location: Blackfoot,ID, USA
This job was posted by : For more information, please see: County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerBINGHAM COUNTYDEPARTMENT of HUMAN RESOURCES501 North Maple #202Blackfoot, ID 83221Laraine Pope, HR Director Phone #: (208) ###-####Phone #: (208) ###-####Fax #: (208) ###-####May 6, 2024BINGHAM COUNTY, IDAHOPosition: Detention DeputySalary: Starts at \$22.07 Hiring Step DOE/DOQFull-time position with County BenefitsClosing Date: Open until FilledPurpose of Class/Primary FunctionThe principal function of a sworn employee in this class is to perform security duties to ensurethe safety and security of the County Jail, inmates, and the community. The Detention Deputymay be assigned additional and/or specific duties in booking and release, the electronic controland communications center, clerical, kitchen, laundry, and related support functions. The workis performed under supervision of a Jail Sergeant. Some latitude is granted to the employee butwork is subject to stringent state and county legal guidelines. The principal duties of this classare performed in a work environment in which the employee is subject to potential personaldanger and health hazards.Minimum RequirementsMust have a high school diploma, a GED certificate, or school transcriptsMust be at least 18 years of ageMust have a valid Idaho Drivers License and be insurableMust have no Felony convictionsSome misdemeanors are allowed depending on the classificationMust be able to pass a background check (criminal-character-credit), polygraph test, and a pre-employment drug screeningDisqualifying Drug UsageSale, delivery and/or cultivation of any controlled substances including but not limited tomarijuana, methamphetamines, amphetamines, cocaine, heroin, prescription drugs without alegal prescription and/or license and hallucinogenic drugs; such as LSD, mushrooms, and acidUse of marijuana within the past yearUse of synthetic substances such as spice with in the past yearAny use of illegal hard drugs to include: meth, heroin, cocaine, LSD, PCPIf use of marijuana and/or synthetic drugs, such as spice, is between one and three years,please contact Lt Darrell Fellows for additional information.Employment Requirements for a Detention DeputyMust have the ability to work rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends, and holidays)Must be able to follow written and oral instructionsMust be able to operate specialized jail equipment, office equipment and software programapplicationsMust be able to interpret, maintain, and produce records, logs, documentation and reports on allinmatesBingham County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerMust be able to deal verbally and/or physically with uncooperative, distraught, or hostile inmatesMust be able to monitor inmates to ensure the safety and security of inmates, staff, and thefacilityMust be able to recognize and respond to unusual medical, physical or mental conditions of theinmatesMust be able to understand and apply departmental, state, and local law enforcementprocedures, policies, rules, and regulationsMust be able to analyze situations quickly and objectively, to recognize actual or potentialdangers and determine the proper course of actionMust be able to escort inmates to and from facilities, court, or other appointmentsMust be able to work independently as well as a team, including special response or securityteamsMust be able to cope with stressful situations calmly, fairly, tactfully, and with respect toindividual rightsMust be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with inmates, fellow staffmembers, supervisors, other County employees, the public a nd persons with varied racial,ethnic, or economic backgroundsMust be able to communicate clearly and concisely, orally or in writing with accurate andgrammatically correct information in the reportsMust be able to respond to citizen requests in a courteous and effective mannerMust be able to perform a variety of duties/responsibilities with accuracy and efficiency withtime-sensitive deadlinesMust be able to become POST Certified within 1 year of hire dateBenefitsBingham County offers a highly competitive benefits package including membership in thePublic Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), paid time off, holiday pay, as well asmedical, dental, vision and life insurance.How to ApplyA job description and the Application may be found on our website: www.bingha