Job Description

Posting number: 02963

Department: Sheriff

Division: CSB- Community Transition Center

Job classification: Sheriff's Labor Detail Officer

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Safety, Law Enforcement

A Sheriff's Labor Detail (SLD) Officer provides supervision, leadership, and transportation for participants assigned to the Sheriff's Labor Detail (SLD) program across a variety of work sites throughout Ada County. Oversees daily work crews by ensuring participant accountability, safety, productivity, and compliance with program expectations. Coordinates daily job site assignments with county departments and community partners to support efficient crew placement and successful project completion. The position is located at the Ada County Sheriff's Office, Court Services Bureau.

SHIFT INFORMATION
The SLD program operates 7 days a week, with staff scheduled to work four 10-hour shifts.

BENEFITS
Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurances
Idaho PERSI retirement plan
Deferred Compensation plan 457(b) with a County match of up to 3%
Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
Post-Employment Health Plan – 50% of unused sick leave above 240 hours
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
No cost basic life, accidental death, and short-term disability insurances
Eleven (11) paid holidays annually
Paid vacation leave, sick leave, and parental leave
No cost gym access at three (3) County owned gym facilities
Wellness Program
Optional 401(k) and/or Roth IRA

Visit Employee Benefits to view details regarding our full benefits package.

Examples of duties

• Supervises participants in the SLD program at various job sites;
• Enforces program rules to maintain security and safety of labor detail participants;
• Conducts a daily check-in of individuals to ensure they are physically capable to perform assigned tasks;
• Ensures participants are prepared for their assigned job and properly outfitted for the weather conditions;
• Transports participants safely to job site through the use of either a passenger van or passenger bus;
• Obtains and maintains applicable Commercial Driver's License (CDL);
• Ability to safely operate a bus or other large vehicle with a trailer, including turning and backing in tight spaces;
• Utilizes computer software to maintain accurate records and payment logs;
• Evaluates and mitigates potential risk events associated with the SLD program;
• Performs related work as required.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates with external stakeholders for daily work crew placement, nature of work to be completed and tools necessary for each project;
• Attend regularly schedule safety briefings; and
• Conducts regular work site audits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Previous experience working with and/or supervising criminal offenders preferred;
• Must be at least 21 years of age;
• Must be able to work weekends;
• Must be able to utilize good verbal skills to de-escalate confrontational situations;
• Must have a valid and current driver's license;
• Must have or be able to obtain, a Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and air brake endorsement;
• Knowledge of computer systems, file structure, and thorough knowledge of MS Office;
• Skill in report writing and record keeping;
• Ability to supervise offenders effectively;
• Ability to obtain first aid and CPR certifications;
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Ability to quickly react to changes in schedule due to unforeseen circumstances;
• Ability to evaluate and recognize potential adverse or unsafe situations and react according to department policy; and
• Ability to perform the duties of the position without a direct threat to the health or safety of the incumbent or others.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must appear before an oral board and successfully complete a polygraph, credit check, and background investigation prior to hire;
• Must receive a negative pre-employment drug test per the Department of transportation drug and alcohol requirements;
• This position will be required to participate in state mandated drug and alcohol screening.

Supplemental information

• Most of the work is performed throughout Ada County will take place outdoors and may involve potential exposure to extreme weather conditions;
• Must be able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.;
• Must be able to perform physical activity that requires the ability to balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull and grasp;
• Requires the ability to stand for long periods of time and walk for several miles per shift.

DISCLAIMER:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.