Detentions Deputy​/Officer

Performs routine work in the safekeeping of prisoners in the custody of the Sheriff at the La Plata County Detention Facility. Protects the well-being of prisoners overseeing them at meals and in their quarters.

• Secures all exterior and security doors in the facility by visually monitoring all movement of people in the facility and controls movement utilizing the control board; controls all lights, alarms, elevators, and other override equipment; contacts outside agencies such as fire, EMS, etc. as needed; serves as central command post for emergency procedures in the event of fire, riot, etc.
• Observes and controls inmate movement within the housing unit; conducts inmate searches for contraband; utilizes force and/or self‑defense techniques as necessary to maintain order; provides first aid and CPR when necessary.
• Monitors inmates' behavior and attitudes for signs of personality changes, depression, and developing conflicts between inmates; enforces the rules and guidelines for inmates which includes initiating disciplinary action when necessary; prepares and maintains records of inmates' physical or mental problems; delivers prescription and non‑prescription medications.
• Maintains records and prepares reports of inmates transported and returned to detention facility.
• Reviews arresting officers' paperwork for completeness before accepting incoming inmate; pat or strip searches inmates as necessary and required by guidelines to find contraband; inventories inmates' clothing, personal property, and money; fingerprints and takes mug shot for verification by local, state, and federal agencies; utilizes force and/or self‑defense techniques to restrain disruptive or combative inmates; escort inmates staying in custody to property where they are searched, deliced, showered, and dressed in issued clothing.
• Prepares and maintains records of daily activities on the computer in accordance with departmental policies and procedures; receives, opens, and inspects incoming mail.
• Prepares and maintains accurate log entries detailing the services and daily routines; creates and maintains files on inmates recording the time/dates/reason for incarceration, any changes in the conditions or requirements of incarceration and the time/date/authority for release.
• Supervises all movement in the facility; serves as first responder when there is a problem in a pod, fight, medical emergency, etc.; escorts inmates needing additional supervision or security; monitors radio traffic; supervises trustees in cleaning common areas and accounts for cleaning supplies used; conducts linen change in pod and assists medical officer when necessary.
• Verifies inventory of inmates' clothing, personal property, and money against written records; utilizes departmental guidelines to determine property items an inmate may take into housing and stores the other items to be returned upon release.
• Verifies inmates' ability to leave facility by utilizing the computer and written records from the facility, local, state, and federal agencies and the courts; generates and completes release paperwork; sends copies to records and other agencies as required.
• Maintains security of the clinic and the safety of the medical staff by monitoring all inmates coming into the clinic; conducts searches of the clinic and inmates attending the clinic for contraband.
• Operates various technical equipment to monitor and control the activities of inmates and their visitors which includes controlling cameras, operating doors, elevators, showers and fire escape.
• Serves as Rover patrolling halls and monitoring inmates' movement; ensures inmates arrive at desired destinations as scheduled; serves as first responder to disturbances; assists officers assigned to a pod.
• Supervises meal delivery, pick‑up and tray return; removes trash from the facility; ensures inmates with special menus receive correct tray; notes inmates refusing meals.
• Conducts inmate head counts; monitors activities of suicidal inmates, violent inmates, and trouble‑causing felons; monitors inmates during visitation and recreation periods.
• Ensures all inmates are accounted for at all times;…