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Recreation Assistant
Salary
$41,891.20 - $58,647.68 Annually
Location
Brighton, CO
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
2024-06571
Department
County Sheriff
Division
SO-Corrections
Opening Date
06/13/2024
Closing Date
6/27/2024 4:30 PM Mountain
Our Mission
Safety, Security and Transparency.
Cultural Competencies/EEO
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Position classification
Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.
+ Description
+ Benefits
+ Questions
What Success Looks Like In This Job
To promote the physical, creative and social development of inmates detained at the Adams County Detention Facility.
Examples of Duties for Success
+ Report to the Programs Supervisor.
+ Adhere to policies, procedures, and post orders.
+ Attend required trainings and practice safety/security awareness.
+ Utilize effective interpersonal communication skills (verbal, nonverbal, written, listening)
+ Provide professional customer service.
+ Promote a positive team atmosphere.
+ Prepare reports as directed and meet required deadlines.
+ Daily use: Telephone/Two-Way Radio/Jail Management System/Judicial Databases/Microsoft Office Applications
+ Obtain notary certification while in training and maintain certification throughout employment in this position.
+ Work with the inmate population, individually and/or in a group setting, while maintaining control of the environment.
+ Supervise inmate workers in the course of their duties
+ Conduct/supervise recreational activities, games, tournaments, art classes, and other leisure activities for the inmates within the Detention Facility.
+ Prepare lesson plans and recreation/leisure activity handouts for the inmates.
+ Maintain an inventory of games and recreational equipment. Provide inventory information to the Programs Supervisor for purchasing.
+ Assist in getting inmates to scheduled programs.
+ Organize, promote, and develop interest in activities and special programs for inmates.
+ Assist with sign-up sheet for various programs.
+ Perform game exchanges and provide recreational equipment to the housing units on a regular basis.
+ Gather inmates for scheduled programs.
+ Maintain inventory, suggest items to order, and receive recreational equipment and supplies.
+ Assist with coverage in the Law Library (Program Rosters, Book Exchange, Law Desk, Resources).
+ Assist with coverage of the mail room (collect, process, and disseminate mail).
+ Assist the volunteers in the volunteer program.
+ Assist inmates with physical and mental disabilities in accessing and participating in Facility programs in accordance to their classification level.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications for Success
+ Minimum 21 years of age
+ Must have a valid Colorado driver's license
+ Employee should possess mental alertness and the ability to adapt to changing routines
+ High School Diploma or equivalent education
+ Two years of college in addition to experience working with inmates in a Correctional Facility Setting or similar situation is preferred
More Qualifications for Success
+ Knowledge of computer systems (MS Office Suite)
+ Excellent customer service and teamwork skills
+ Effective oral and written communication skills are necessary
+ Knowledge of basic legal terminology is preferred
+ Ability to facilitate and control group activities in a secure environment
+ Ability to make sound decisions quickly
+ Ability to be assertive and self-motivated
SPECIAL NOTE: For all applicants, this is a reminder of the original job posting where it stated: Applicants may be excluded from further consideration at any point in the hiring process. By Sheriffs Office policy, the reasons why an applicant is not selected for hire will not be discussed with the applicant. There is no flexibility with this policy. If an applicant receives notice of elimination from the hiring process, it simply means the applicants qualifications do not fit the Offices needs at this time. This determination does not preclude the applicant from applying to other agencies.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
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Benefits You Expect:
+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
+ Deferred Compensation Plan
+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave
+ Long-Term Disability
+ Retirement Plan
+ Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Employee Fitness Center
+ Employee Health Clinics
+ Flexible Work Schedules
+ Recreation Center Discounts
+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
+ Wellness programs
+ Lactation friendly certified workplace
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Do you have experience working with inmates in a Detention Facility environment before?
+ Yes
+ No
02
If yes to the above question, please explain. If no, write N/A. Please do not write 'See Resume"
03
What experience do you have in coordinating recreational programs and games?
04
Please explain your experience in maintaining inventory. Please do not write "See Resume"
05
Have you smoked marijuana in the past 12 months?
+ Yes
+ No
06
Have you applied with us in the past year and been disqualified in any part of the background?
+ Yes
+ No
07
Do you have any felony convictions?
+ Yes
+ No
08
Have you used any illegal drugs in the last 5 years?
+ Yes
+ No
Required Question
Agency
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
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