Detention Deputy Cadet ID- 9486
Detention Officer Recruit is the entry level class in the Detention Officer positions. This classification exists solely for those attending the Detention Academy and subsequent facility training. This position entails entry level security work in the custody, control, care and welfare of inmates in the Navajo County Detention Facility for the purposes of training to become Detention Officer I.
The Detention Officer Position is a great place to start a career in law enforcement. It allows you to gain training and experience while working. You will obtain on-the-job training, defensive tactics training and may receive firearms and taser training as well. This experience and knowledge may later assist you with testing for other positions within our department. The Detention Officer Position can be a fulfilling career, however not everyone is suited for this type of work. Please consider All aspects before applying. A successful applicant will be required to attend a 7-12 week academy for Detention Officers.
*Tentative Testing Dates:
April 14th
April 28th
May 7th
Additional dates TBD
Essential Job Functions
(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
· Assists in the control, monitoring, movement and activities of inmates/detainees.
· Maintains safety and security of the facility, personnel, visitors and inmates.
· Assists with inmate/detainee counts to ensure accuracy of total populations.
· Processes inmate bookings and releases, maintains other Detention Records.
· Physically escorts inmates by vehicle or on foot.
· Performs physical search of inmates and facility.
· Performs general administrative duties.
· Responds to emergency situations; assists with the restraint of detainees.
Knowledge and Skills
· Interpersonal Skills; courtesy, tact and diplomacy are essential elements of the job.
· Ability to understand, apply and follow rules, regulations, instructions, jail practices and procedures.
· Ability to direct the activities of prisoners by speaking clearly and concisely in an authoritative manner.
· Ability to maintain accurate records.
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· Able to communicate effectively by phone, verbally and in writing with the public and employees in a face to face setting.
· Respond to emergencies calmly, quickly and decisively.
· Analyze situations, detect problems and facts.
· Ability to work any shift due to detention facilities being open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. It requires working holidays, days, evenings, nights and weekend shifts. Shifts may be subject to change according to staffing.
· Required to wear a uniform and follow department policies and standards regarding; hair styles, facial hair, jewelry, tattoos, piercings and overall attire.
· Ability to handle situations and activities which may be both physically and emotionally challenging.
Desirable Qualifications
Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.; AND be at least 18 years of age; AND successful completion of Detention Certification Academy training; AND ability to successfully pass polygraph, drug test, fingerprinting, physical and psychological test (Physical test includes, but is not limited to a 1.5 mile run, push-ups and sit-ups); AND must have a valid AZ driver's license.
