FEMALE Adult Detention Deputy

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2515951 Twin Falls County FEMALE Adult Detention Deputy SALARY \$29.64 - \$33.38 Hourly LOCATION Twin Falls County, ID JOB TYPE Full-time JOB NUMBER 202600025 DEPARTMENT Sheriff - Detention OPENING DATE 03/19/2026 CLOSING DATE 5/19/2026 10:00 PM Mountain Position Information The Twin Falls County Sheriff\'s of?ce is accepting applications for a Deputy Sheriff to ?ll current vacancies and to establish an eligibility roster for future openings in the area of Adult Detention. 12 hour shifts, days vary. Quali?ed applicants will be noti?ed regarding testing dates and process. Apply ONLINE at www.twinfallscounty.org Job Description CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY The primary function of this position is to monitor and ensure the safety and security of the County detention center. Work includes booking/releasing inmates, escorting/transporting inmates, performing cell checks, ensuring inmate basic needs such as meals, personal hygiene, clothes, etc., and entering and maintaining documentation. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a Detention Corporal, Sergeant or Lieutenant, with latitude granted to the employee for the use of independent judgment and initiative, but work is subject to stringent state and County legal guidelines. The principal duties of this class are performed in a work environment in which the employee is subject to potential personal danger and health hazards. Duties / Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (illustrative only and may vary by assignment) Monitors the activities of inmates in the County detention facility to ensure the safety and security of the facility and to ensure standards, policies, and procedures are implemented and followed; Monitors the activities of the staff and inmates to ensure the rights of inmates are protected; Processes new inmates into the facility, including ?ngerprinting, photography, physical search, processing documents, data entry, housing assignment, clothing issuance, and related booking duties; Performs release duties, including checking court orders, records, and related paperwork to ensure proper disposition;

Maintains facility security by patrolling the secure areas within and around the detention center, following policies, procedures, and established timelines; Maintains facility security by monitoring and operating electronic doors, monitoring internal radio traf?c, and operating security systems; Maintains facility security by seizing weapons, drugs, contraband, and related items; Monitors inmate behavior and activities in a variety of situations, including housing; recreation; work assignments; meals; showers; interactions with other inmates and of?cers; visitation; and telephone calls; Performs census count at prescribed intervals to determine population and that inmates are accounted for; Distributes and/or assists in the distribution and monitors the use of medications, mail, personal hygiene, and commissary items; Prepares and/or serves meals; Administers inmate work release including checking inmates in and out, maintaining current ?les and documentation, administering random urinalysis, and related duties; Transports and escorts inmates, as assigned; Responds to inmate requests for medical assistance following policies and procedures; Maintains logs, records, reports, and required documentation; Investigates incidents occurring within the detention facility, prepares reports, serves arrest warrants and related court documents, and may testify in court. Keeps immediate supervisor fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work proble ms and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems; Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate co-workers to maximize the effectiveness and ef?ciency of interdepartmental operations and activities. Maintains strict con?dentiality in all cases; Interacts with County employees, customers, visitors and the general public effectively and professionally. SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in all areas of law enforcement as needed, including specialty assignments such as SWAT, Marine Patrol, etc.; May provide training or educational classes as needed. May provide security at County events; On call after regular duty hours to respond to emergency situations; May be required to make court appearances on off-duty time; Performs light maintenance/cleaning duties as needed at the facility; Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications CLASSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge,