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Idaho Employer Detention Deputy in SANDPOINT, Idaho
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Bonner County Job Description
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JOB TITLE: DETENTION DEPUTY - ADULT
Department: Bonner County Sheriffs Office - Jail
Supervisor: Sergeant, Jail
Supervision Exercised: Supervises the activities of all inmates (average of 80 up to 120)
during an assigned shift
Exempt Status: Hourly
Benefits Eligibility Status: Eligible
BOCC Approval: 07-2022
SUMMARY
Maintains security of the County Jail facilities and the inmates. Ensures adequate security to
protect the public from inmates. Uses physical restraint and force as needed.
Incumbent performs work that involves a wide variety of work situations that involve a
moderate degree of complexity. Incumbent typically works under specific and definite
directions and well-known procedures. Work requires the exercise of initiative, independent
judgment and discretion insofar as incumbent applies standards and procedures to variable
situations. Incumbent regularly interacts with supervisor while receiving regular supervision.
Communicates with others both inside and outside the organization, primarily with other law
enforcement employees, courts, and other agencies.
Impact is usually limited to the department level and those who are incarcerated within County
facilities. Errors may create situations of understaffing, wrongful placement of inmates in
detention areas, potential for inmate suicide, and other potential for physical harm of oneself,
others, and the initiation of legal action taken against the County. Work is typically performed
indoors, but may involve intermittent exposure to weather and dangerous conditions while
engaged and in contact with prisoners. Travel is regular, not typically extending beyond the
County.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities
which are not listed in any particular order of priority and may be amended or added to by the
County at any time:
Takes inmates and conducts booking procedure for incarceration upon apprehension.
Includes obtaining personal information and faxing such information to the appropriate
agencies, prints, pictures, placement, and all other related activities. May also include
the use of breath analysis to determine blood alcohol percentage levels.
Monitors inmate activities and behavior and especially watches for illegal activity or rule
violations. Keeps records and maintains awareness regarding the number of inmates
held at any given time. Tracks and is aware of inmate behavior as it pertains to inmate
attitudes, emotions and well-being, and logs unusual behavior.
Bonner County Job Description
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Maintains inmate control, especially in cases where tensions arise among inmates, in a
professional manner. Conducts regular bed checks or head counts throughout the shift.
Completes reports regarding unusual incidents that take place during the shift.
Operates the control room including watching monitors, opening doors, and other
activities designed to maintain the security of inmates, employees, and the public.
Interfaces with medical personnel and commissioned officers as needed regarding the
physical wellness or other considerations of inmates (e.g., special diets, allergies, and
psychological or personality disorders). Inquiries about prescriptions and passes
appropriate medications to inmates.
Passes the service cart twice a day. Restocks cart and completes appropriate related
paperwork and forms.
Oversees inmate preparation for daily activities (e.g., school release, job release, etc.).
Tracks all supplies and equipment provided to inmates, including all school s upplies,
supplies for personal hygiene, etc.
Conducts periodic searches and shake-downs of inmate clothing, living areas, cells and
other locations. Searches all residents coming into and leaving the facility.
Oversees activities of inmates to ensure appropriateness. Supervises the cleaning of
house and sleeping areas to ensure effectiveness and to monitor detainee behavior.
Oversees changing of uniforms, bedding and other linens. Supervises and directs work
crews as assigned.
Maintains regular communication with management and court officials regarding
inmate status. Informs co-workers and supervisors regarding any changes in policy or
procedure regarding inmates.
Provides meal delivery and pick up for incarcerated prisoners at the County facilities.
Dispenses meals and accounts for all utensils and food items during all meals of the
assigned shift.
Communicates with dispatch center and prepares all necessary paperwork related to
the transport of inmates. Tr