Library Program Assist. - Sheriff
Adams County Government
Library Program Assist. - Sheriff
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Library Program Assist. - Sheriff
Salary
$47,774.99 - $66,884.98 Annually
Location
Brighton, CO
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
2025-06876
Department
County Sheriff
Division
SO-Corrections
Opening Date
01/08/2025
Closing Date
1/24/2025 4:30 PM Mountain
Our Mission
To be a reliable and proactive agency that protects and serves the community equally.
Cultural Competencies/EEO
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Position classification
Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.
+ Description
+ Benefits
What Success Looks Like In This Job
Provide legal motions and notary services to the inmates, process program rosters, maintain a leisure reading collection, provide resources to the inmates, and assist other sections within the Programs Unit.
Examples of Duties for Success
+ Report to the Programs Supervisor.
+ Adhere to policies, procedures, and post orders.
+ Attend required trainings and practice safety/security awareness.
+ Utilize effective interpersonal communication skills (verbal, nonverbal, written, listening)
+ Provide professional customer service.
+ Promote a positive team atmosphere.
+ Prepare reports as directed and meet required deadlines.
+ Daily use: Telephone/Two-Way Radio/Jail Management System/Judicial Databases/Microsoft Office Applications
+ Obtain notary certification while in training and maintain certification throughout employment in this position.
+ Work with the inmate population, individually and/or in a group setting, while maintaining control of the environment.
+ Supervise inmate workers
+ Assist inmates with notary, photocopy, and law library needs. Maintain law kiosks.
+ Assist volunteers with program needs.
+ Assist with production of the Inmate Newsletter.
+ Catalog, store, issue, and receive library materials including: Books, Recreation Materials, Periodicals, etc. Maintain accurate records and inventory of all library materials.
+ Thoroughly check books and materials before they are shelved.
+ Process program sign-up sheets, complete data entry, and distribute program rosters.
+ Process religious diet requests and disseminate religious materials.
+ Prepare books and other reading materials for dissemination. Repair books upon collection.
+ Conduct recreational and educational programs as needed.
+ Solicit and collect donated books and other reading materials.
+ Ensure inmates in segregation housing receive access to reading materials and other allowed materials.
+ Establish and maintain community resources of programs and agencies available to inmates upon release.
+ Provide community resource information to inmates and assist inmates in registering for Medicaid when appropriate.
+ Notify the Programs Supervisor when materials and supplies need ordered.
+ Temporarily fill in for the Mail Processor and Mail Tech (mail pick up, sorting/distributing to appropriate units, pick up mail for inmates and checking incoming/outgoing mail)
+ The job responsibilities of the Recreation Assistant and Library Assistant may be shared and rotated positions.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications for Success
+ Employee should possess mental alertness and the ability to adapt to changing routines.
+ Knowledge of computer systems (MS Office Suite)
+ Excellent customer service and teamwork skills.
+ Ability to Multitask.
+ Effective oral and written communications skills are necessary.
+ Knowledge of basic legal terminology is preferred.
+ Must have general knowledge of law library functions and the ability to complete basic research. Previous library experience is helpful but not necessary.
+ Ability to be assertive and self-motivated.
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Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!
Benefits You Expect:
+ AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
+ Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
+ Deferred Compensation Plan
+ Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
+ Generous Vacation/Sick leave
+ Long-Term Disability
+ Retirement Plan
+ Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Employee Fitness Center
+ Employee Health Clinics
+ Flexible Work Schedules
+ Recreation Center Discounts
+ Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
+ Wellness programs
+ Lactation friendly certified workplace
Agency
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
Website
http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities
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