Deputy Sheriff - Detentions

Deputy Sheriff - Detentions

Employment Type: 0 - Full-time Regular

Pay Range: $82,148.00 - 112,700.00

Location: Castle Rock, CO

Elected Office / Department: SHERIFF

Job Number: req2846

Closing Date: 12/31/2025

Thank you for your interest in joining the Douglas CountySheriff's Office. We are currently accepting applications for Colorado POST CertifiedDeputy Sheriffs in our Detention Division.

TheDouglas County Sheriff's Office is committed to public safety, strong communitypartnerships, and the well-being of its staff. We continuously advance ourtraining standards and invest in modern equipment to ensure we deliver thehighest level of service to our community. We are dedicated to holdingoffenders accountable while working tirelessly to make Douglas County a safeand welcoming place to live, work, and visit. We expect our staff todemonstrate unwavering professionalism and courage in every interaction,reflecting our core values in service to the public.

Salary & Benefits:

We offer a tiered salary structure based on relevant lawenforcement or military police experience:

Starting salary: $82,148 (Tier 1)

Maximum lateral salary: $112,700 (Tier 6) Lateral applicants may receive credit for the followingexperience:

1 year of credit per year as a certified peace officer with another law enforcement agency

year of credit per year as a non-certified Deputy Sheriff or Military Police Officer For details on salary, benefits and retirement, CLICK HERE

Job Summary:

Deputy Sheriffs in the Detention Division are responsiblefor protecting the public and providing institutional safety of adult offendersin the Douglas County Jail. Dutiesinclude:

Prepare a variety of reports, records, affidavits, and logs as required to maintain office activities

Transport, book and process prisoners; supervise jail and provide security for courts

Investigate incidents and prepare detailed reports

Gather and preserve evidence

Secure and process crime scenes

Arrest suspects and testify in court

Maintain public order and safety Required Equipment:

Deputy Sheriffs are required to supply their own dutyhandgun and limited personal equipment (undershirts, duty boots, flashlight)prior to being sworn in.

Ask for specific equipment requirements before makingpurchases.

Essential Skills & Responsibilities:

Legal knowledge: Apply laws, make arrests, conduct searches, preserve evidence

Physical readiness: Run, climb, lift, and safely operate vehicles and handle firearms

Communication: Write detailed reports and interact professionally with the public

Emotional resilience: Handle high-stress situations with professionalism and empathy

Teamwork: Maintain effective relationships with colleagues and the community

Technology: Use Windows-based systems and law enforcement software For a detailed job description, CLICK HERE

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident who is lawfully present in the United States pursuant to Federal Law and § 24-76.5-103, C.R.S.

Must possess a current Basic Colorado POST Certification or currently attending a CO POST recognized basic academy with a scheduled graduation date. Provisional CO POST Certifications NOT accepted at this time.

At least 21 years of age

High school diploma or GED

Valid Colorado driver's license

Ability to pass various qualifying exams and a pre-employment background investigation

Ability to pass polygraph, psychological, and medical exams

Ability to perform under stress and perform physical tests consistent with law enforcement requirements to include running, climbing barriers, jumping over, or climbing under or through obstacles and performing strenuous physical activity.

Ability to pass a physical obstacle course within 96 seconds. (For a description of the obstacle course, contact the Hiring Unit at ).

Must be physically and mentally able to work rotating shifts, including day shift, swing shift, and night shift. Shift work also includes working weekends and holidays.

Have no convictions for felonies or disqualifying misdemeanors

Disqualifications:

Applicants who have any disqualifying factorslisted HERE will not be considered for employment at this time.

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*By order of the Sheriff, Deputy Sheriff assignments aredetermined by the operational needs of the office and are subject to change atany time. Divisional assignments are not guaranteed, and all applicants must beprepared and willing to work any shift, in either Detentions or Patrol.*

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

In the event of an emergency/disaster in or near the County, all County employees are expected to make every effort to be available to assist the County Manager, Elected/Appointed Officials and Department Directors to ensure the continued operation of any and all necessary County functions. This may mean being available to perform additional duties and hours beyond what is normally required. In the event that an exempt employee does work more than 40 hours a week in support of County operations during an emergency, such employee may receive overtime or other appropriate wage compensation in accordance with existing County policies or at the discretion of the County.

In accordance with Senate Bill23-058, applicants understand that Douglas County Sheriff's Office will notrequest or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or dateof attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understandthat Douglas County Sheriff's Office can request or require an individual toprovide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and othermaterials created by a third party. The applicant understands that theapplicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, dateof birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution onthose requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials createdby a third party.