Detention Deputy (April 2027 Academy)

Detention Deputy (April 2027 Academy)

Salary

$64,446.60 - $103,052.40 Annually

Location

Public Safety Building, 7200 Barrister Dr., Boise, ID

Job Type

Full-Time with Benefits

Job Number

03048

Department

Sheriff

Division

JSB- Jail Services

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

11/22/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

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General Summary

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Physical Agility Test and Written Test Required (November/December 2026 in Boise, Idaho - If selected, a $25 written test fee will apply. To attend testing, you must receive an invitation via email from the Ada County Sheriff's Office). Interviews will be held the day after testing in Boise, Idaho.

Selected candidates will attend the ACSO POST Academy beginning April 12, 2027. Academies run approximately 19 weeks and include daily physical training.

General Summary

At the Ada County Sheriffs Office, our mission is simple: to make safer places for you to live, work, and play. As a Detention Deputy, youll be an essential part of that mission by maintaining a safe, secure, and professional detention facility where the safety of staff, inmates, and the community comes first.

This is more than a job-its an opportunity to serve with integrity, lead with professionalism, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether youre helping maintain order, responding to emergencies, or treating people with dignity and respect, your work directly supports public safety and strengthens our community.

Shift Information

Day shift (6:48am - 7:00pm) or Night shift (6:48pm - 7:00am). Work week is four 12-hours shifts, then four days off (2,220 hours per year). Shift pick every six months.

The jail is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This position requires you to work weekends, nights and holidays.

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.

PAY SCHEDULE FOR THE FIRST 5 YEARS

Deputy

Level I

Level II

Level III

Level IV

Base

B Basic

$ 29.03

$ 30.08

$ 31.89

$ 35.95

$ 45.42

C Intermediate

$ 29.35

$ 30.40

$ 32.21

$ 36.27

$ 45.75

D Advanced

$ 29.67

$ 30.72

$ 32.53

$ 36.59

$ 46.08

E Degree/Military/Master*

$ 29.99

$ 31.04

$ 32.85

$ 36.91

$ 46.42

Pay Levels I-Base:

All salary increases are based on twelve (12) month intervals.

B = Entry, POST Basic or 64-95 college units

C = POST Intermediate or 96-128 college units

D = POST Advanced

• E = 4-year college degree (Must be from a regionally accredited university/college), or 4 years of honorable U.S. military service, or POST Master Certification.

Lateral Transfer Wage Information

While the selection process and academy training are the same as non-certified applicants, those transferring from other agencies may receive a higher wage upon employment. To be eligible for lateral wages, applicants must have current POST certification.

• Level II = Either (1) Two years' experience working as a commissioned POST certified detention deputy or patrol deputy OR (2) Four years' experience working in a state correctional system as a corrections officer.
• Level III = Either (1) Four years' experience working as a commissioned POST certified detention deputy or patrol deputy OR (2) Six years' experience working in a state correctional system as a corrections officer.
• Level IV = Either (1) Six or more years' total experience as a commissioned POST certified detention deputy or patrol deputy OR (2) Eight years' experience working in a state correctional system as a corrections officer.
• Base = Either (1) Eight or more years' total experience as a commissioned POST certified detention deputy or patrol deputy OR (2) Ten years' experience working in a state correctional system as a corrections officer.

Essential Functions

Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make an impact. As a Detention Deputy, you will:

• Maintain the security and custody of inmates while ensuring a safe and orderly facility.
• Conduct routine security checks throughout the jail, including the building perimeter and grounds.
• Enforce Idaho law and Sheriffs Office policies to maintain safety, security, and accountability.
• Process and classify inmates, assign appropriate housing, and safeguard inmate property.
• Supervise inmate activities, including visitation, meals, housing unit sanitation, and trustee work assignments.
• Conduct searches for weapons and contraband to protect staff, inmates, and visitors.
• Safely transport inmates to court appearances, medical appointments, and other authorized locations.
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, including physically restraining actively resisting inmates when necessary.
• Maintain accurate reports and documentation that support daily operations and legal requirements.
• Work collaboratively with fellow staff members and remain available for rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments.
• Support the Sheriffs Office through special assignments and other duties as needed.

Job Requirements

Were looking for individuals who are dependable, resilient, and committed to serving others. Successful Detention Deputies demonstrate professionalism in every interaction and can confidently make sound decisions in challenging situations.

You should have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
• United States citizenship.
• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to remain calm, respectful, and professional when faced with difficult or confrontational situations.
• The ability to hear, listen to, and understand radio transmissions using an earpiece.
• Sound judgment and the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to safety concerns.
• The physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including restraining combative inmates when necessary.
• The ability to effectively communicate with inmates, coworkers, and the public while maintaining professionalism.

Minimum Qualifications

To join our team, candidates must successfully complete:

• Written examination
• POST Physical Agility Test
• Polygraph examination
• Comprehensive background investigation
• Medical examination
• Psychological evaluation

After hire, you must:

• Obtain Idaho POST certification as a Detention Officer within one year.
• Maintain a valid Idaho drivers license.
• Meet the requirements of this safety-sensitive position, including random drug testing.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Working in a correctional facility is demanding and potentially dangerous, but it is also one of the most rewarding careers in public safety. Youll work as part of a highly trained team that depends on one another to maintain a safe environment and respond effectively when challenges arise.

This position requires the physical ability to respond quickly during emergencies, intervene in inmate altercations, evacuate or assist injured individuals, and provide first aid or CPR when needed.

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 Veterans Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

Visit Employee Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!

Use our Compensation Estimator Tool to get a personalized look at what your total compensation could be including estimated salary, retirement contributions, health benefits and paid time off. This tool is designed to help prospective employees better understand the full value of working at Ada County.

Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

Healthcare:

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles
• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investments Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits
• 457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match
• 401(k)

Wellbeing Program:

• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.
• Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program
• Free bus pass

Paid-leave:

• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee
• Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee
• 5 days paid bereavement leave

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible
• Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

Optional Benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance
• Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance
• AFLAC

01

Are you willing to work the hours required for this particular position? This may include nights, weekends, holidays or other shifts as assigned. (See online posting for more specific shift information pertaining to this position).

• Yes
• No

02

To become a deputy in Idaho, you must be at least 21 years of age and a citizen of the United States. Are you at least 21 years of age at time of hire and a United States Citizen?

• Yes
• No

03

I have reviewed the pay rate or range for this position and the posted wage is acceptable to me.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Ada County

Department Sheriff Address 7200 Barrister Dr.

Boise, Idaho, 83704

Website www.adacounty.id.gov/sheriff