Detention Deputy

Rigby, ID, US, United States

Job Description

This position requires the Sheriff's Office application and authorization for a background check. Please visit www.jcgov.us/jobs for additional application instructions.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for detention deputy. Detention deputies will earn competitive wages plus benefits.

The work of a detention deputy involves responsibility for the protection of life and property, and the safe housing of local, State, and Federal prisoners. Many of the prisoners housed in the Jefferson County jail have been sentenced to State & Federal prisons. Duties normally consist of intake, classification, housing, cell checks, and facilitating various programs. Detention deputies may also be assigned duties as court bailiffs and transport officers. Work involves an element of personal danger. The employee must be able to exercise sound independent judgment under stress and maintain a sufficient level of physical and mental fitness and preparedness. Contact Agency for full job description.

Work schedules are comprised of 12-hour shifts with 4 day rotations. Applicants will be required to work any or all days of the week including weekends and holidays. Jail schedules alternate between both day and night shifts.

Applicants must be at least 21, a U.S. Citizen, and meet other requirements associated with qualifying to work in law enforcement. Applications can be obtained at the Jefferson County Sheriffs' Office, 200 Courthouse Way, Rigby, Idaho; or at www.co.jefferson.id.us on the Job Opportunities web page. Please make sure you fill out the Sheriff's Office (Law Enforcement) Application. Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with preference given to qualified Veterans.

Contact Lieutenant Karrie Lindsey, 208-745-9210 Ext. 2037 with any questions concerning eligibility, qualifications, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.73 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD5960604
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    USD
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Rigby, ID, US, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned