Jail Control Room Specialist

Job Description:

Jail Control Room Specialist

Description

Overview

One Agency, One Mission: Public Safety

The Larimer County Sheriff's Office seeks a detail-oriented individual to join our Jail Control Room Specialist team . In this role, you will be responsible for controlling access to and monitoring movement within the Larimer County Jail. Your attention to detail will ensure that all incoming personnel are properly verified and cleared to enter the facility. Additionally, you will monitor fire alarms and other safety systems to maintain a secure environment.

Responsibilities

The following statements illustrate the duties and responsibilities of the job. The organization retains the right to modify or change the duties and responsibilities of the job at any time.

Essential Functions

• Both visually and auditorily monitor activities throughout the facility via cameras and intercoms.
• Controls all entrance and exit points to the facility; controls movement within the facility.
• Remotely operates failed security doors.
• Utilizes pack sets and base radio to relay messages and ensures communication between personnel is received and understood.
• Utilizes public address system to make emergency and general announcements.
• Maintains keys and key log in the control room.
• May operate CCIC/NCIC computer system.
• May monitor access to the Larimer County Justice Center.
• Ensures all control room equipment is operable; reports maintenance problems as necessary.
• Answers telephones and takes independent action as necessary.
• Monitors fire annunciator and deal with any alarms as necessary.
• Accurately documents events.
• Brief oncoming Jail Control Room Specialists concerning activities during the previous shift.
• Maintains security of work area.
• Communicates effectively via phone or intercom with inmates, professional visitors, and the public by providing information and directions.
• Conducts visual and audio surveillance of the Jail for extended periods.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with agency personnel.
• Possesses the ability to multitask.

Nonessential Functions

• When the Board of Commissioners declares a local declaration of emergency or disaster, all Larimer County employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for the performance of the job.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Research indicates that individuals from diverse backgrounds, including women and people of color, may sometimes feel hesitant to apply for a position unless they have experience performing every task outlined in the job description. At the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, we believe in recognizing the value of skills and perspectives that can be gained through unique experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, which we believe are essential to driving innovation and success. If you are passionate about our mission and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we invite you to apply and showcase the qualities that set you apart. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and look forward to reviewing your application.

Hiring Process:

• Complete the Online Application
  
• Pre-Employment Questionnaire
  
• Assessment Testing
  
• Oral Board Interview
  
• In-depth Background Investigation
  
• Polygraph Examination
  
• Captains Interview
  
• Pre-Employment Medical and Drug Screen
  

Other Information to Note:

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. As marijuana is an illegal substance under federal law, testing positive for marijuana (medical or otherwise) or any other substance for which the county tests will result in the contingent offer of employment being revoked. Successful completion of the drug screen is defined as obtaining a negative result.

Applicants must meet all of the following:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  
• Cannot have a felony conviction
  
• No convictions involving domestic violence
  
• No use of illegal drugs within the past five years
  

Benefits

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
  
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  
• Accident Insurance
  
• Critical Illness Insurance
  
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
  
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
  
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.
  

***For current Sheriff's Office employees***

In order to be considered, you must get a Letter of Support from your chain of command and submit the Letter of Support with your application by 11:59 pm on Month DD, YYYY . Please use the following process for your Letter of Support:
Submit your Letter of Intent to your direct supervisor.
Your direct supervisor will then write a Letter of Support and route that Letter of Support through your chain of command.
Your next-level supervisor/manager endorses your direct supervisor's Letter of Support.
Your mid-level manager then endorses your Letter of Support.
Your Division Commander then endorses your Letter of Support.
Submit your fully endorsed Letter of Support along with your application.

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Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 1/19/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Salary:

$51,833.60 - $72,571.20 Annually