Salary : $65,520.00 - $95,076.80 Annually
Location : Winnemucca, NV
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 00257
Department/Office: Sheriff's Office
Opening Date: 03/17/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description DETENTION:Under general supervision, processes detainees into and out of the detention facility; monitors and controls activities of detainees supervises activities of detainees; transports detainees; completes reports; and performs other work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Employees in the class of Deputy Sheriff - Detention are distinguished from those in the class of Deputy Sheriff by possession of a Nevada Commission on Peace Officer's Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Category 3 Certificate and assignment to work in the detention facility. Employees in the Deputy Sheriff - Detention class may be assigned to patrol and/or investigative functions under immediate supervision or in a training capacity.
PATROL:Under general supervision, provides law enforcement services including patrol, citizen assistance, investigations, crime prevention, traffic control, transportation, and court security; and performs other work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Employees in the class of Deputy Sheriff - Patrol are distinguished from those in the class of Deputy Sheriff - Detention by possession of a Category 1 Basic POST certificate and regular assignment to patrol and/or investigative functions. Employees in either class may be assigned to work in the detention facility as a regular assignment.
Examples of Duties EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: DETENTION:The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by employees in this class. An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties which are not listed below.
- Maintains order and security within the detention facility through verbal communications with detainees and physical presence; assesses information and makes decisions regarding detainees; directs and instructs detainees (individually and in groups); monitors and documents behavior of detainees; operates and monitors electronic equipment allowing for movement of staff and detainees.
- Responds to emergency alarms to maintain control and behavior of detainees and to provide needed assistance to staff within and outside of the facility.
- Reviews and responds to detainee grievances; conducts detainee disciplinary hearings to determine if sanctions are warranted.
- Searches incoming detainees for removal of valuables and contraband; inventories property for secure keeping; conducts interviews and reviews background of detainees to determine appropriate housing assignment; assigns detainees to housing; provides orientation to new detainees regarding rules, regulations and responsibilities; fingerprints and photographs detainees.
- Investigates crimes, makes arrests, and serves warrants in the detention facility; prepares written reports and maintains statistics on incidents such as use of force, disturbances, and contraband confiscated; testifies in court.
- Identifies symptoms of possible emotional and physical disorder to make referrals; gives first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; transports detainees to medical treatment.
- Transports detainees for court appearances; keeps records of dates of appearances and communicates with judges and court staff; maintains security during court appearances.
- Performs inspections of work areas to ensure maintenance of equipment, cleanliness, and security of the facility.
- Admits visitors with proper credentials and advises them on rules and procedures.
PATROL:The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by employees in this class. An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties which are not listed below.
- Performs patrol functions: maintains vigilance for the occurrence of criminal activity and need for assistance from the law enforcement personnel; responds to occurrences by apprehending, detaining, arresting, and transporting criminal suspects; handles sensitive, emotionally charged, and/or potentially explosive confrontations to preserve or restore peace.
- Investigates crimes to identify suspects and their whereabouts; conducts interviews and interrogations; searches for and seizes evidence; documents steps of investigation; testifies in court; uses specialized investigative techniques, including undercover operations, to develop a prosecutable case.
- Organizes and analyzes data: reviews data to extract information to meet specific needs; presents information in a narrative and/or statistical form so that it is readily understandable by the requester or recipient.
- Prepares information for presentation in court and makes presentations in court; studies the details of a case; assembles and organizes needed documentation; orally presents information requested in meetings and court appearances.
- Enforces public safety regulations: issues warnings, citations, and summonses to ordinarily law-abiding members of the public who may be in violation of laws regulating traffic, licensing, or environmental health; interacts with upset and agitated individuals to provide explanations and directions.
- Enhances community relations: creates positive, professional, non enforcement relationships with individuals and groups within the community in formal and informal settings; provides non enforcement services and arranges for activities consistent with department policy.
- Maintains operation proficiencies; stays abreast of the latest information relevant to assignments and areas of responsibility.
- Provides instruction and training: formally presents a body of knowledge to students in classroom settings; informally orients new personnel to their work environment.
- Performs deputy coroner functions.
- Responds to hazardous materials incidents: using technical aids and expertise, takes actions consistent with level of training to protect life and property and to render harmless explosive or hazardous materials.
- Serves various court documents to citizens.
- Provides bailiff duties to District and Justice Court when required.
Typical Qualifications DETENTION:Knowledge and Ability:
Knowledge of procedures for searching detainees; what constitutes contraband; techniques for control of detainees; where contraband is hidden; current statutes; department policies and procedures; legal terminology used in law enforcement; first aid techniques and procedures of personal safety; defense and restraint tactics; procedures for receipt and accounting for money.
Ability to read and apply regulations and policies of; describe people, actions and scenes; identify and solve problems; communicate effectively with individuals in a variety of different emotional states, from a variety of different backgrounds and with different educational backgrounds and mental capacities; rapidly shift among communication styles; communicate by radio; evaluate the behavior of detainees; respond to and make decisions under stress of emergency and confrontation; remember and make a written record of observations and actions taken; use a computer to enter and retrieve information; apply classification and coding systems; apply general information and principles to specific situations; perform basic math.
Required Certifications and Licenses: - A valid Nevada Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and for continued employment in this classification.
- Required to maintain Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate as Category 3 Peace Officer per NRS/NAC 289.
- Required to complete P.O.S.T. continuing education requirements in accordance with NRS/NAC 289.
Experience and Training: - Must possess a current and valid Nevada P.O.S.T. Basic Category 3 Certificate at time of appointment. All others will be enrolled in a Nevada P.O.S.T. Basic Category 3 Academy at time of hire.
- Must meet P.O.S.T. requirements per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 289 in its entirety:
- Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate.
- Must be 21 years of age at the time of application.
- Must be a United States Citizen at time of application.
A person may not be appointed to perform the duties of a peace officer if he or she has:
- Been convicted of a felony in this State or of any offense which would be a felony if committed in this State Law.
- Been convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude or the unlawful use, sale or possession of a controlled substance; or,
- A documented history of physical violence or other criminal history which resulted in a conviction.
PATROL:Knowledge and Ability:
Knowledge of current traffic, domestic violence, and criminal case laws; principles of civil rights and scope of law enforcement officer authority; procedures for processing and preserving crime scenes and evidence; interview and interrogation techniques; first aid procedures; procedures for initial response to hazardous materials incidents; local geography and referral agencies.
Ability to read and apply regulations and policies of; describe people, actions and scenes; identify and solve problems; communicate effectively with individuals in a variety of different emotional states, from a variety of different backgrounds and with different educational backgrounds and mental capacities; rapidly shift among communication styles; communicate by radio; evaluate the behavior of detainees; respond to and make decisions under stress of emergency and confrontation; remember and make a written record of observations and actions taken; use a computer to enter and retrieve information; apply classification and coding systems; apply general information and principles to specific situations; perform basic math
Special Requirements: - Possess a valid driver's license for to operate equipment.
- Must be at least 21 years old on date of appointment.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Possess ability to pass a background investigation.
Experience and Training: - Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (G.E.D.) Certificate.
- Possession of a Nevada POST Category I Basic certificate.
