CO Salary Range: USD 46,800.00 - 70,220.80 per year
Description
While the full salary range for the Detention Crew Leader position is $22.50 - $33.76 hourly / $46,800.00 - $70,220.80 annually, the anticipated hiring range is $24.08 - $28.13 hourly / $50,086.40 - $58,510.40 annually. Final salary DOQ.
2024 Benefits Summary
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Under the general supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Foreman, this position supervises, trains and inspects the work completed by sentenced trustees (misdemeanors and minimum and/or medium custody felons -Inmate Workers) in a variety of duties associated with the proper cleaning, maintenance, safety procedures and care of the Detention Facility and its grounds.
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Duties
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. In addition, the Sheriff's Office reserves the right to change the duties and essential functions of this job at any time.
- Supervises and trains inmates responsible for general cleaning and upkeep (minor maintenance) of facilities to include: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and buffing floors; dusting and polishing surfaces; cleaning restrooms to include mirrors, toilets, stalls, showers, and sinks, ensuring that soap, hand towels, toilet paper, etc. are stocked as necessary, washing windows and other surfaces; moving boxes and furniture items; sweeping and cleaning sidewalks and removing snow on sidewalk entrances. May be called upon to perform these same duties when necessary.
- Directs and/or assists trustees in the set-up of venues and special events.
- Directs and/or assists trustees in pick up and deliveries to other County locations.
- Directs and/or assists trustees in assisting community efforts in fundraising events.
- Maintains facility disinfection efforts to minimize the spread of germs and viruses.
- Directs and/or assist trustees with removing graffiti from areas around the county.
- Drives county vehicles and equipment to various locations to complete community assignments.
- May assist warehouse operations in unloading and stocking food deliveries.
- Operates forklift, and other mobilized equipment both inside and outside the facility.
- Maintains grounds to include lawn care, sweeping, and removing snow.
- Performs minor repairs and painting.
- Determines the appropriate amount of supplies and equipment required for each shift and submits orders for approval in a sufficient time to ensure adequate stock.
- Restocks supplies used by both staff and inmates on a daily basis.
- Uses electrical cleaning equipment in the cleaning of the facility during shift hours assigned (i.e. vacuum cleaners, shampoo machines, high-speed buffers).
- Directs and/or assists trustees with custodial tasks (i.e. emptying and cleaning waste receptacles; moping, stripping, waxing, and buffing floors, cleaning vents, fans, walls, and sanitizing restrooms).
- Directs and/or assists trustees with bio hazard and chemical clean ups.
- Directs and/or assists trustees with facility custodial equipment when applicable, such as changing vacuum cleaner belts and bags, and changing buffer machine pads.
- Operates computers and standard office equipment, including commonly used computer software programs as required by the position.
- Maintains regular and acceptable attendance at such level as determined at the Sheriff's Office's discretion.
- Is available and willing to work weekends, holidays, and such overtime per day or per week as the Sheriff's Office determines it necessary to meet its needs.
- Performs duties both on and offsite.
- Interacts effectively with others.
- May be assigned other duties as necessary.
Requirements
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of general housekeeping methods and practices, safety precautions, and Personal Protective Equipment including floor care.
- Skilled in conflict resolution.
- Ability to operate computers and commonly used computer software programs, as well as other standard office equipment.
- Ability to work in a stressful environment where constructive feedback from others is encouraged.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to perform the physical tasks assigned to this position.
- Ability to get along with co-workers and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to operate power equipment used in the tasks associated with this position.
- Ability to operate and train others on the proper operation of floor buffer and other mechanized cleaning equipment.
- Ability to organize, direct, observe, and control inmate workers.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written English.
- Ability to apply sound reasoning and decision-making.
- Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff and the public.
- Must be familiar with Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: High School graduate or GED Equivalent.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in performing janitorial/custodial/general maintenance/repair of buildings and/or grounds maintenance.
OR
Any equivalent of education and experience that satisfies the requirements of the job.
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES: None.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Supervision experience over others.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must possess a valid Driver's License.
- Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within the initial status period.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.
Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
- Spends 5% of the time sitting, 70% standing, 25% walking while on the job.
- Occasionally uses visual and fine/gross motor skills enabling the safe operation of a County vehicle during normal and adverse weather conditions.
- Occasionally uses visual capacity including depth perception and peripheral vision enabling completion of required office duties.
- Occasional use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery, and writing utensils.
- Occasionally stoops, kneels, crouches and balances while supervising inmate activity.
- Occasionally lifts or carries up to 50 lbs. when moving supplies and equipment.
- Constantly involved in oral and auditory interaction, enabling interpersonal communication.
Supplemental Information
YOU MUST PROVIDE A CURRENT VALID EMAIL ADDRESS FOR APPLICATION STATUS NOTIFICATIONS (only one email address is accepted by the system).
JOB-RELATED CONTACTS:
Requires contacts with supervisors, staff, inmates, and the public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed inside and outdoors with exposure to dust, grease, temperatures, chemicals, fumes, etc. Hazards present in this position are those inherent in occupational areas including minor maintenance, sanitation, and associated equipment operation. Work is performed in a security environment and procedures for assuring the safety of all personnel are paramount.
401(a) DEFINED BENEFIT RETIREMENT PLAN:
Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office employees participate in a mandatory defined benefit program designed to help employees establish a source of income for retirement years. Through the Plan, eligible employees must set aside 9.00%, which is subject to change in the coming years, on a pretax basis of which the County matches at 9.50%. The County also contributes 6.20% to Social Security.
BIO-HAZARD NOTICE:
This position has been determined to be an EXTREME exposure risk to "biohazards" including, but not limited to, viruses, toxins, and blood-borne pathogens, such as HIV/AIDS (human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome), HBV (hepatitis B virus), and air-borne transmissions of TB (tuberculosis). Members are advised that exposure to a "biohazard" may result in severe illness and/or death. Members are required by agency policy to use protective equipment and clothing. Inoculation may be required to prevent and/or treat exposures to "biohazards".
APPLICANT DISQUALIFICATION FACTORS:
Applicants are advised that areas for disqualification from further consideration include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Illegal Drug Use - Applicants who have recent illegal drug usage will be disqualified. Recent drug use includes marijuana within one (1) year and all other illegal drug use within the past five (5) years. All other illegal drug use will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
- Any felony conviction
- Driving Record - This includes receiving a DUI within the past five (5) years, having your driver's license suspended for any reason within the past five (5) years, and having five (5) or more tickets within the past five (5) years.
- Outside activities which may be deemed a conflict of interest
- Revelation or discovery of assaultive behavior
- Documented record of prior work performance
- Unsuccessful completion of any basic requirement
- Inability to perform the essential functions of the position
- Police history - type, frequency and nature of contacts(s)
- Providing false or misleading information during the application/selection process
It is the policy of the Sheriff's Office to not discuss the reasons why applicants were not selected for hire. There is no flexibility to this policy. Applicants may be notified of their disqualification at any point in the selection process. If you receive such a notice, it simply means that you do not meet our standards at this time. Receiving this notice does not indicate that you are ineligible to apply with other agencies.
REQUIRED EXAMINATIONS:
The screening process for any position within the Sheriff's Office may include written test(s), an oral interview, skills test(s) and/or other selection methods designed to measure applicants' ability to perform the essential functions of the job they are seeking.
Additional required tests/examinations also include:
- Job Shadow
- Phase I Suitability Exam
- Polygraph Examination
Additional screening may include:
- Psychological Evaluation
- Medical Examination, including a drug screen
- Background Investigation - This will include, but is not limited to, contact with the applicant's former employers, associates, neighbors and other pertinent sources. Applicant's military history, school records, police records and driving record will also be investigated. All examinations are conducted by qualified/licensed individuals designated by the Sheriff's Office at the Sheriff's Office expense.
EXPECTED DURATION OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
Due to the nature of the application and selection process for the Sheriff's Office, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately six (6) to twelve (12) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.
WORK SCHEDULES:
Employees are required to work the time periods and/or shifts, rotational and/or stationary, and location assignment, consistent with the needs of the Sheriff's Office.
DUTY ASSIGNMENTS:
All applicants hired by the Sheriff serve at the pleasure of the Sheriff of Arapahoe County and may be assigned to any of the agencies bureaus, sections or units at the discretion of the Sheriff or his duly appointed representative. Employment is at the will and pleasure of the Sheriff, per Colorado State Statute: 30-10-506. Written policies and other manuals do not alter the at will status of employment.
COMMUNITY POLICING:
The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office is committed to the implementation of the community-policing concept. Community policing is an organizational strategy and philosophy which emphasizes problem solving partnerships between the Sheriff's Office, neighborhoods, and businesses working together to create a better quality of life within the community.
INITIAL STATUS PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT:
Successful applicants are subject to an initial status period of employment. This initial status period is twelve (12) months for all positions. The initial status period is regarded as part of the applicant's examination process and will be utilized for purposes of employee evaluation, training and adjustment to the demands of the profession. New employees, who fail to perform satisfactorily during the period, may be separated from the Sheriff's Office, depending on the circumstance of each case.
POLICY ON REAPPLICATION:
Applicants who failed a written test may reapply and retest no sooner than three (3) months from the date they took the written test. All other applicants who are disqualified can reapply with the Sheriff's Office no sooner than one (1) year from the date of notification of non-selection.
This job announcement does not constitute a contract of employment. Should there be any discrepancy or error in this job announcement, the applicable policy or pay rate will apply. The Sheriff's Office retains the right to amend this job announcement at any time without notice.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer, who fully supports and complies with ADA, EEOE M/F/D/V/SO.
Should you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact Human Resources.
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (i.e. uploading or attaching documents to your online application), please call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627. Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application, first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt uploading (attaching) it.
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BENEFITS
As a Regular Full-Time employee at Arapahoe County Government, you are eligible for benefits such as:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Mandatory Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Pre-paid Legal Services
- Vacation and Sick Leaves
- Holiday pay
- Training and Educational Reimbursement Opportunities