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Jail Technician

Twin Falls County • Twin Falls, ID • 22h ago

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2428351

Twin Falls County

Jail Technician

SALARY \$19.75 Hourly LOCATION Twin Falls County, ID

JOB TYPE Full-time JOB NUMBER 202500078

DEPARTMENT Sheriff - Detention OPENING DATE 09/04/2025

CLOSING DATE 9/10/2025 10:00 PM Mountain

Position Information

Apply online at www.twinfallscounty.org

Job Description

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

The detention technician is responsible for staff safety, security of the facility and the well-being of the inmates. The

primary responsibility of the detention technician is to operate the jail\'s security system, which includes monitoring and

controlling all touch screen functions to provide for the safety and security of the facility. This post also visually monitors

movement within the facility, acts as a communications center, randomly monitors active inmate telephones, and

operates the closed circuit TV (CCTV) and digital video recording system.

Duties / Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (illustrative only and may vary by

assignment)

Identify personnel, visually or through verbal challenge, before opening any door.

Monitor jail radio traffic, and act as the jail\'s control and dispatch center.

Monitor cameras and open doors in conformance with security procedures for staff and inmate movement.

Ensure that only shift personnel are allowed direct access to the secure portions of the facility.

Monitor and control facility lighting, fire alarm systems, CCTV, and all systems fed into Central Control.

Maintain a working knowledge of all emergency contingency plans fire evacuations, medical emergencies,

disturbances, hostage situations, major disasters and escapes.

Control access to the Jail Armory. Log who enters the Armory in the computerized logging system.

Ensures they are operating within the rules and regulations outlined by the policy and procedures manual.

Records in writing, any reportable occurrence in the jail during the tour of duty as directed by policy.

Operates mechanical doors on cells.

Documents security checks as required.

Visually observe inmate movement in hallways.

Assure that only properly authorized officers are allowed in Control.

Ensure that inmates are sent to see their attorney in a timely manner. Explain any delay to the attorney. Log times

on the appropriate form.

Does not leave post without proper relief

9/4/25, 12:29 PM Job Bulletin

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/%7B0%7Dtwinfalls/jobs/newprint/5068187 1/3

Employer

Twin Falls County

Address

P.O. Box 126

Twin Falls, Idaho, 83303

Phone

208-736-4174

Website

http://www.twinfallscounty.org

Jail Technician Supplemental Questionnaire

QUESTION 1

Should you be given an offer of employment, it will be conditional upon the completion an in-depth background check

and a polygraph. Do you understand these requirements?

Yes

Booking Procedures

Inmate Records Procedures

Performs other related duties as required and directed by superior authority.

Qualifications

CLASSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired for an

individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position.

Performs duties under physical duress and (emotional/mental) stress.

Position involves standing, reaching, pulling, grasping, talking, hearing, and manual dexterity to operate office

machines, levers, and buttons, and to count, collect and inventory small items.

Basic computer knowledge.

Public relations skills.

Written and verbal communications skills.

Ability to perform essential duties efficientlyand accurately with or without reasonable accommodations and

without endangering other employees.

Character Traits: Diligence, Dependability, Initiative, and Responsibility.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

High school diploma or GED;

Valid Idaho Driver\'s License;

Must successfully pass background investigation relevant to the position and remain in good standing for the

duration of employment with the County.

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