Detention Deputy - Applicant Assessment NoticeThe Bonneville County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for entry level applicants who are interested in potential employment as a Jail Detention Officer.BenefitsOne of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit12 paid holidaysGenerous vacation and sick leave that start accruing as soon as you startMedical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time/30+ hours per week)PERSI Choice 401(k)Deferred compensation planLife insurance for self, spouse, and childrenShort and long-term disability insuranceStudent Loan ForgivenessEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Additional information related to benefits can be found at comply with Idaho Jail Standards, the Bonneville County Jail shall have appropriate female staff available to conduct gender specific job tasks (i.e., female pat-searches, female strip searches, female dress downs, etc.). Bonneville County may implement gender-specific hiring preferences to fulfill this requirement.Minimum QualificationsBe a U.S. citizenSpeak, read and write EnglishMeet all requirements established by the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training CouncilHow to ApplyApplicants must submit an online application at application must include:Copy of Diploma or Transcript or GEDMilitary documents (if applicable)Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule testing.Applicant Testing ProcessDetention written and physical assessments are specific to potential employment for Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certified Peace Officer authority.Applicants must successfully complete the following assessments:Written AssessmentAssessments give applicants an opportunity to demonstrate ability to perform essential job functions and evaluate essential skills required for detention duties, including:Following oral instructionsReading comprehensionMemory retentionBasic math skillsDirectional reasoningAll testing materials will be provided during the assessment session. The Sheriff's Office does not provide study materials.Applicants must achieve a minimum score of 60% to pass the written assessment and advance to the physical ability test.Physical Ability AssessmentThe jail physical assessment gives applicants the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to successfully complete the Idaho P.O.S.T. physical assessment.Applicants who pass the written assessment may then schedule a time to participate in the respective physical ability assessment:Vertical Jump: Minimum standard 14 inches, Rest period 3 MinutesSit-Ups (1 minute): Minimum standard 15, Rest period 5 MinutesPush-Ups: Minimum standard 21, Rest period 10 Minutes300-Meter Run: Minimum standard 77 seconds, Rest period 15 Minutes1.5-Mile Run/Walk: Minimum standard 17 minutes 17 seconds, Rest period not specifiedEligible applicants will receive an email detailing the date(s), time(s), and location of jail detention officer assessments. It will be the applicants' responsibility to contact the testing proctor(s) and schedule their assessment. Assessment seating may be limited, and applicants are encouraged to respond quickly to reserve their position for the assessment.Medical WaiverApplicants with a temporary medical condition may submit a physician-signed waiver to request postponement of the physical ability assessment. Waivers may delay participation but will not permanently excuse the requirement.Additional InformationThe written and physical assessments are designed to evaluate an applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of a Detention Deputy as outlined in the official job description and addendum.All assessments are conducted in English.More information can be found on the Bonneville County Sheriff website: Applicants who have used any marijuana, in any form, within the one (1) year of the assessment date, will not be eligible for consideration for a position with the Bonneville County Sheriff's Office.AA/EOE/ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Detention Deputy - Applicant Assessment NoticeThe Bonneville County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for entry level applicants who are interested in potential employment as a Jail Detention Officer.BenefitsOne of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit12 paid holidaysGenerous vacation and sick leave that start accruing as soon as you startMedical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time/30+ hours per week)PERSI Choice 401(k)Deferred compensation planLife insurance for self, spouse, and childrenShort and long-term disability insuranceStudent Loan ForgivenessEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Additional information related to benefits can be found at comply with Idaho Jail Standards, the Bonneville County Jail shall have appropriate female staff available to conduct gender specific job tasks (i.e., female pat-searches, female strip searches, female dress downs, etc.). Bonneville County may implement gender-specific hiring preferences to fulfill this requirement.Minimum QualificationsBe a U.S. citizenSpeak, read and write EnglishMeet all requirements established by the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training CouncilHow to ApplyApplicants must submit an online application at application must include:Copy of Diploma or Transcript or GEDMilitary documents (if applicable)Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule testing.Applicant Testing ProcessDetention written and physical assessments are specific to potential employment for Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certified Peace Officer authority.Applicants must successfully complete the following assessments:Written AssessmentAssessments give applicants an opportunity to demonstrate ability to perform essential job functions and evaluate essential skills required for detention duties, including:Following oral instructionsReading comprehensionMemory retentionBasic math skillsDirectional reasoningAll testing materials will be provided during the assessment session. The Sheriff's Office does not provide study materials.Applicants must achieve a minimum score of 60% to pass the written assessment and advance to the physical ability test.Physical Ability AssessmentThe jail physical assessment gives applicants the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to successfully complete the Idaho P.O.S.T. physical assessment.Applicants who pass the written assessment may then schedule a time to participate in the respective physical ability assessment:Vertical Jump: Minimum standard 14 inches, Rest period 3 MinutesSit-Ups (1 minute): Minimum standard 15, Rest period 5 MinutesPush-Ups: Minimum standard 21, Rest period 10 Minutes300-Meter Run: Minimum standard 77 seconds, Rest period 15 Minutes1.5-Mile Run/Walk: Minimum standard 17 minutes 17 seconds, Rest period not specifiedEligible applicants will receive an email detailing the date(s), time(s), and location of jail detention officer assessments. It will be the applicants' responsibility to contact the testing proctor(s) and schedule their assessment. Assessment seating may be limited, and applicants are encouraged to respond quickly to reserve their position for the assessment.Medical WaiverApplicants with a temporary medical condition may submit a physician-signed waiver to request postponement of the physical ability assessment. Waivers may delay participation but will not permanently excuse the requirement.Additional InformationThe written and physical assessments are designed to evaluate an applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of a Detention Deputy as outlined in the official job description and addendum.All assessments are conducted in English.More information can be found on the Bonneville County Sheriff website: Applicants who have used any marijuana, in any form, within the one (1) year of the assessment date, will not be eligible for consideration for a position with the Bonneville County Sheriff's Office.AA/EOE/ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.#J-18808-Ljbffr
