Detention Deputy

Detention Deputy

This position is anticipated to close on July 8, 2026, but applications will be accepted until position is filled and removed from the Delta County jobs website.

Do you want to make a difference in Delta County by becoming a Sheriff's Office Detention Deputy? Join our team as a Detention Deputy and make a difference every day in creating a safe and secure environment!

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Perform a variety of routine and specialized tasks in the maintenance of security, incarceration, and welfare of inmates.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive and incarcerate inmates, preventing escape or riot and enforce all laws, rules, procedures, and regulations of the Detention Center.
• Provide for the personal and hygienic welfare of the inmates.
• Transport inmates, in a secured status as directed by the courts, outside the Detention Center.
• Log and document all Detention Center happenings including disruptions, inmate status, property records, medical records, and behavior issues.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, weekends and holidays.
• The primary location of employment for this position is the designated Delta County office with the exception of required duties that are to be performed off site as necessary. The employee is required to perform the majority (generally, at least 95%) of assigned duties from this designated office location to allow for client, customer and coworker access and collaboration, unless prior written approval for an alternative arrangement, such as temporary remote work, has been granted by the employee's direct supervisor and/or department head and maintained in the employee personnel file.
• Reliable and predictable attendance and punctuality are considered essential functions of this job. Employees are expected to be at their work area and ready to work at the scheduled start time to ensure consistent service delivery and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

Applicants must demonstrate dependability and good judgement and have the ability to work well under stress. Working rotating shifts, weekends and holidays is required. Selection process may include a written exam, oral board interview and complete background investigation. Candidates must be 21 years old at the time of hire.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required; corrections/detention courses from an accredited college preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years dealing with the public, prefer supervisory experience.


Must work with tact and professionalism.

Licenses/Certifications:

Current and valid Colorado Driver's License

Current Colorado State Peace Officer (POST) Certification (preferred, but not required)

Self Defense Training

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Compensation:

Starting at $60,202.48 annually

General Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Selective optional insurances available to the employee and eligible dependents on a cost share basis between employee and the organization
• Life insurance and employee only medical insurance is available at no cost to the employee
• Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employees contribute 4% of their salary to a 401(a) retirement account fully matched with 4% from the County
• Optional 457(b) tax advantaged deferred-compensation retirement plan, including an up to 10% employer match
• Paid time off is accrued at 14 hours per month to start
• 11 paid holidays per calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes 6 counseling sessions along with some legal and financial support counseling
• Modified work schedules for positions and employees that qualify
• Additional employee discounts and fringe benefits are available

To Apply:

External candidates, please apply by clicking here.

Current Delta County employees , please apply using the Internal Transfer and Promotion Application and email to View email address on click.appcast.io, along with any additional supporting documents.

Delta County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race (including hair traits), color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Employment with Delta County is contingent upon successful completion and approval of a background check.