Gunnison County hiring Sheriff - Detention Deputy in Gunnison, Colorado, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Description:

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County's citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region's unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You'll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley's unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month

• Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service

• 16 hours of personal leave

• Dependent Care FSA

• FSA and HSA

• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary

• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership

• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children

• Employee Assistance Program

• Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.

• 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match

• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.

• 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match

• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Job Summary

Only work 14 days a month!

The Sheriff's Department is accepting applications for a full-time 40 hours per week Detention Deputy. This position performs a variety of routine and complex public safety work in the performance of the Detention Division, providing for the incarceration and well-being of pre-sentenced and sentenced inmates. Works under the direct supervision of a Detention Sergeant, and the general supervision of the Detention Administrator (Captain), Undersheriff, or Sheriff.

Pay Rate

The annual salary range is from $63,162 to $89,344, depending on experience, plus full benefits.

*The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.*

View the full job description here.

Hiring Manager

Sheriff's Office

Phone: (970) 641-1113

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Requirements:

• Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid State Driver's License without record of suspension or revocation in any state.
• No felony convictions and/or serious misdemeanor, disqualifying criminal histories.
• Ability to meet Department's physical standards.
• Ability to obtain a certification for CPR/First Aid.
• Other job related tests may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment.
• Must be able to communicate in English, both written and orally.
• Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits.

Education and Experience:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

Selection Guidelines:

• Formal Application.
• Rating of education and experience.
• Written test.
• Oral interview and reference check.
• Psychological examination.

Compensation details: 63162-89344 Yearly Salary