Job Openings Detention Captain

About the job Detention Captain

The Lyon County Detention Center is now accepting applications for a full time DETENTION CAPTAIN. This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits including paid time off and health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Starting salary ranges from $70,970 to $95,389 depending on experience

The Detention Captain will lead the operation and administration of the Detention Center and ensure the Center is operated in compliance with the Kansas and Federal Jail Standards to every extent possible. Applicants must have at least five years of Detention Center experience and at least three years of progressive supervision and leadership. A high school diploma or equivalent is required and an Associates degree or higher in a relevant field is desired.

Successful candidate(s) will be required to pass a background check, pre-employment physical, pre-employment work screen and pre-employment drug screen.

Candidates may apply online at https://www.careers-page.com/lyon-county. Please contact Lyon County Human Resources at (620) 341-3252 with any questions.

E.O.E. LYON COUNTY strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to our job openings. Veterans Preference applies to all Lyon County positions. Please contact the Human Resources for a Veterans Preference Request Form if applicable.

Disclaimer: The above information on this announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employee assigned to this job.

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

This is an exempt Grade 10 position. Plan, organize and control all detention center staff and activities.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

  1. Leads the operation and administration of Detention Center. Develops and implements appropriate security and facility policies and procedures. Directs subordinate supervisors and staff maintaining strong chain of command in the center thru the position to the Sheriff. Plans, implements, directs, and coordinates various Detention programs and activities. Performs crisis response, containment, and intervention in emergencies. Oversees and/or conducts inspections, searches, investigations, and evaluations. Monitors, inspects, and evaluates operations, programs, services, activities, and conditions. Monitors budget activities of Detention Center and assists in preparation of the budget. Manages the operations and activities of Detention Center. Directs Personnel to recruit employees, interviews for hiring recommendations. Insures there is a formal training program for new Detention Staff, Supervisor Staff and yearly training objectives. Evaluates the performance of all Personnel directly or indirectly thru chain of command in the Detention Center, and when necessary, disciplines and recommends discharges of Detention Center employees when warranted to the Sheriff. Directs and personally monitors Detention Center security functions and activities to maintain the custody, safety and security of prisoners.
  1. Review activity reports regarding inmates. Review inmate disciplinary action and assure appropriate resolution of the action. Assure the safety and security of the staff, inmates and visiting public. Assure that medical, disciplinary and movement records of inmates are maintained and filed. Maintain a current inventory of non-prescription medical supplies and personal hygiene items to be distributed by Detention Officer as needed by inmates.
  1. Oversee the cleaning and maintenance of the Center and order supplies needed for daily operations. Request maintenance personnel for all repairs of the facility.
  1. Assure the Center is operated in compliance with the Kansas and Federal Jail Standards to every extent possible.
  1. Initiate billing for City, County and State agencies for the housing and care of their prisoners. This includes billing the City of Emporia and the City Court Officers. Route billings to proper authorities. Assist the various agencies with records regarding their inmates while they are in the facility.
  1. Review and recommend updates for Centers policies and procedures.

INTERMITTENT DUTIES:

  1. May be required to attend training sessions or seminars.
  1. May be required to participate for 2-3 years in the WorkWellKS training seminars and the Lyon County, Kansas Wellness Team roles as: Convener, Facilitator, Secretary, Communications/Promotion, Liaison to the Executive, Meaningful Employee Engager, Event Planner, Benefits Liaison, Data Liaison, and/or Facilities.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Experience: Five years of Detention Center experience required. 3 years of progressive supervision and leadership required.
  1. Education: High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required. Associate degree or higher in pertinent field desired.
  1. Knowledge: Acquire knowledge of statutory requirements and ability to research statutes pertaining to the operation of the jail. Must have the ability to receive, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions.
  1. Skills: Operate motor vehicle (must have a valid Class C license). Be able to use a keyboard, typing proficiency, computer system, two-way radio and other law-related equipment.
  1. Problem Solving: Frequent problem solving occurs in this position.
  1. Decision Making: Frequent decision making occurs ranging from determining proper procedures to follow to situations that are life threatening.
  1. Language Skills: Must be able to read write and speak English fluently, ability to speak second language helpful.
  1. Financial/Budgetary Accountability: Moderate cash handling. Assist in budget preparation.
  1. Interpersonal: Frequent contact with Sheriffs Office personnel and other County employees and the public. Employee must exhibit a high degree of tact and negotiable skills. Bilingual capability desirable.
  1. Working Conditions: Excellent facility. Exempt salary position, when needed hours vary by need. May be exposed to injury or death.
  1. Physical Requirements: Must be able to experience short periods of very high intense physical exertion. Must be able to pass physical and psychological examination. Requires sufficient visual acuity to read and write and operate office equipment. Requires sufficient hearing level to be able to deal with the public and communicate with others directly or by telephone.

This job description has been examined for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Detention Center Employees hired after September 1, 2018:

Lyon County (Company) understands that a job analysis is being completed in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). One of the outcomes of the job analysis is the determination of one or more job specific tests that will either qualify or disqualify the post-offer or post-employment (fit for duty) candidate for the position.

For the Classification Series of LYON COUNTY: LAW ENFORCEMENT and DETENTION OFFICERS:

The Company representative hereby acknowledges the following as valid physical requirements:

  1. Employee lifts/carries 130 maximum pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the time or 1-100 times per day).
  1. Employee lifts/carries 86 maximum pounds frequently (34%-66% of the time or 100-500 times per day).
  1. Employee lifts/carries 43 maximum pounds constantly (67%-100% of the time or over 500 times per day).
  1. Employees position requires pushing a maximum force of 107.
  1. Employees position requires pulling a maximum force of 107.

SAFE LIFTING CRITERIA: Floor to knuckle: 100 lbs

12 to knuckle: 117.5 lbs

Knuckle to shoulder: N/A

Shoulder to overhead: N/A

Carry: 100

Push: 100 lbs force (sled + 235 lbs)

Pull: 100 lbs force (sled + 235 lbs)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS; LIFT/CARRY;

Stand: O 10 lbs. or less: C

Walk: O 11-20 lbs.: F

Sit: N 21-50 lbs.: F

Handling: N 51-100: O

Reach Outward: O Over 100 lbs.: O

Reach above shoulder: O Push/Pull;

Climb: O 12 lbs. or less: C

Crawl: O 13-25 lbs.: F

Squat or kneel: O 26-40 lbs.: O

Bend: O 41-100 lbs.: N

N (not applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5+hrs/day

F (frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5-5.5+hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs. per day)

By signing below, I am certifying that I have read and understand the job description. I also attest that there is nothing in this Job Description that precludes me from performing any of the aforementioned duties with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand that being dishonest about the abovementioned can lead to disciplinary procedures up to and including termination.