Douglas County, CO
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: Startingsalary: $82,148 (Tier 1) Maximumlateral salary: $112,700 (Tier 6) Lateral applicants may receive credit for the followingexperience: 1 yearof credit per year as a certified peace officer with another lawenforcement agency ½ yearof 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: Preparea variety of reports, records, affidavits, and logs as required tomaintain office activities Transport,book and process prisoners; supervise jail and provide security for courts Investigateincidents and prepare detailed reports Gatherand preserve evidence Secureand process crime scenes Arrestsuspects and testify in court Maintainpublic 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: Legalknowledge : Apply laws, make arrests, conduct searches, preserveevidence Physicalreadiness : Run, climb, lift, and safely operate vehicles and handlefirearms Communication : Write detailed reports and interact professionally with the public Emotionalresilience : Handle high-stress situations with professionalism andempathy 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: Mustbe a United States citizen or legal permanent resident who is lawfullypresent in the United States pursuant to Federal Law and § 24-76.5-103,C.R.S. Mustpossess a current
Basic Colorado POST Certification
or currentlyattending a CO POST recognized basic academy with a scheduled graduationdate. Provisional CO POST Certifications NOT accepted at this time. Atleast 21 years of age Highschool diploma or GED ValidColorado driver’s license Abilityto pass various qualifying exams and a pre-employment backgroundinvestigation Abilityto pass polygraph, psychological, and medical exams Abilityto perform under stress and perform physical tests consistent with lawenforcement requirements to include running, climbing barriers, jumpingover, or climbing under or through obstacles and performing strenuousphysical activity. Abilityto pass a physical obstacle course within 96 seconds. (Fora description of the obstacle course, contact the Hiring Unit at (303)660-7530). Mustbe physically and mentally able to work rotating shifts, including dayshift, swing shift, and night shift. Shift work also includes workingweekends and holidays. Haveno convictions for felonies or disqualifying misdemeanors Disqualifications: Applicants who have any disqualifying factorslisted
HERE
will not be considered for employment at this time. Ready to take the next step? Apply now and serve Douglas County with Honor, Service andValor. *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.
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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: Startingsalary: $82,148 (Tier 1) Maximumlateral salary: $112,700 (Tier 6) Lateral applicants may receive credit for the followingexperience: 1 yearof credit per year as a certified peace officer with another lawenforcement agency ½ yearof 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: Preparea variety of reports, records, affidavits, and logs as required tomaintain office activities Transport,book and process prisoners; supervise jail and provide security for courts Investigateincidents and prepare detailed reports Gatherand preserve evidence Secureand process crime scenes Arrestsuspects and testify in court Maintainpublic 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: Legalknowledge : Apply laws, make arrests, conduct searches, preserveevidence Physicalreadiness : Run, climb, lift, and safely operate vehicles and handlefirearms Communication : Write detailed reports and interact professionally with the public Emotionalresilience : Handle high-stress situations with professionalism andempathy 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: Mustbe a United States citizen or legal permanent resident who is lawfullypresent in the United States pursuant to Federal Law and § 24-76.5-103,C.R.S. Mustpossess a current
Basic Colorado POST Certification
or currentlyattending a CO POST recognized basic academy with a scheduled graduationdate. Provisional CO POST Certifications NOT accepted at this time. Atleast 21 years of age Highschool diploma or GED ValidColorado driver’s license Abilityto pass various qualifying exams and a pre-employment backgroundinvestigation Abilityto pass polygraph, psychological, and medical exams Abilityto perform under stress and perform physical tests consistent with lawenforcement requirements to include running, climbing barriers, jumpingover, or climbing under or through obstacles and performing strenuousphysical activity. Abilityto pass a physical obstacle course within 96 seconds. (Fora description of the obstacle course, contact the Hiring Unit at (303)660-7530). Mustbe physically and mentally able to work rotating shifts, including dayshift, swing shift, and night shift. Shift work also includes workingweekends and holidays. Haveno convictions for felonies or disqualifying misdemeanors Disqualifications: Applicants who have any disqualifying factorslisted
HERE
will not be considered for employment at this time. Ready to take the next step? Apply now and serve Douglas County with Honor, Service andValor. *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.
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