Detention Lieutenant

Human Resources

105 Albright Street Suite J Taos New Mexico 87571

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JOB TITLE: Detention Lieutenant SALARY: $30.81

DEPARTMENT: Adult Detention Center POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt UNION ELIGIBILITY: Non- Eligible

DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of supervisory duties related to

the order operation and safety of incarcerated detainees. Oversees assigned areas of

specialization maintenance of detainee files as they are incarcerated.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Read write speak and comprehend the English language.
• Considerable knowledge of the criminal justice system; care and detainee management; general supervision techniques applied in a detention environment; general law enforcement practices and procedures; law enforcement; principles methods and techniques of effective supervision; legal environment associated with law enforcement; local state and federal laws and regulations; criminal codes and jail standards; departmental standard operating procedures; fundamentals of proper search and seizure; inmate classification methods and guidelines federal state and local laws and regulations related to detention; New Mexico Criminal Code New Mexico Jail Standards courtroom security methods and processes court processes and protocol computer operations and related software; basic principles of psychology and sociology; complex records management systems and legal guidelines; cell extraction methods and procedures; ground fighting methods; elementary first aid techniques and procedures and CPR. Working knowledge of computer operation and related software; basic psychology and indicators related to violent or suicidal tendencies.
• Skill in the use of specialized equipment including tasers PBCT/baton pepper spray pepper ball restraining devices etc.
• Ability to deal effectively with work related stress related workplace liabilities; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; manage physical aggression in detainees; direct and maintain confidentiality in managing sensitive legal issues and cases; restrain physically violent prisoners; react quickly to novel situations under conditions of stress; operate a variety of types of office machines; personal computer or terminal operation; write legible reports; develop effective working relationships with elected officials legal professionals law enforcement agencies; subordinates and the public.

• Special Qualifications:
  1. Must be willing to work on-call and shift assignments.
  2. Must complete Defensive Driving course.
  3. Must complete Safe Physical Management & Passive Restraint course.
  4. Must be able to pass a fit for duty and a drug test prior to employment.
  5. Must be a certified Detention Officer and maintain annually required training hours.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Must possess high level of customer service at all be willing to travel sometimes over night
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified
• Must possess a high level of professionalism and customer service at all times.

TAOS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE COLOR NATIONAL ORIGIN RELIGION AGE SEX ANCESTRY PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY SERIOUS MEDICAL CONDITION SEXUAL ORIENTATION SPOUSAL AFFILIATION OR GENDER IDENTITY.

Open Until Filled

Please Note: This posting gives only a brief description of the position. For copy of application and complete job description see contact Taos County Human Resources Department at 105 Albright Street Taos NM 87571; or .