Join the team at the largest jail in Idaho, the Ada County Jail, where we accommodate up to 1,224 inmates daily. Our Health Services Unit is dedicated to providing exceptional care for up to 83 patients with acute medical and mental health needs. As part of our dynamic team of 45 healthcare professionals, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of those in our care. Our treatment plans are rooted in community best practices, while also considering the unique security challenges of a correctional setting. Nurses work closely with security staff, ensuring that safety is always a top priority—no nurse is ever alone with a patient, offering peace of mind in a secure environment. With the freedom to use your clinical judgment every day, our nurses enjoy autonomy while working collaboratively with a dedicated team. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that challenges and rewards you, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Shift Information: Nurses work three 12.2-hour shifts per week (36.6 hours per week). Day Shift - 5:48am - 6:00pm/ Night shift position: 5:48pm-6:00am. A shift pick for days/graveyard occurs every six months. Applicants must be willing to work all shifts (including weekends, days, nights, holidays, etc.). Working graveyard shift provides an extra 10% shift differential, which is included in the range posted. New Registered Nurses start between $42.84 - $56.94/hr. (depending on degree type and experience; top wage includes 10% differential for graveyard shift). In addition, Registered Nurses may earn up to $100 per weekend shift worked. Our competency plans allows further growth with Registered Nurses earning up to $61.52/hr. (includes 10% differential for graveyard shift).

Are you ready to play a key role in ensuring the safety and security of a dynamic and high-stakes environment? Join our team as a Security Control Specialist at Ada County Jail, where you’ll be an integral part of cutting-edge security operations. We’re looking for individuals with a sharp eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to maintaining a secure facility. Why you'll love this job: - Gain an in-depth understanding of Ada County Jail’s operations and work alongside a diverse and collaborative team. - The Ada County Sheriff's Office (ACSO) offers exceptional opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. As a Security Control Specialist, you'll lay the foundation for a rewarding career in law enforcement and public safety. - Enjoy a supportive work environment where you'll be backed by trained Detention Deputies dedicated to your safety. (No physical requirements and no POST certifications needed.) - Benefit from comprehensive training in security procedures, emergency response, and the latest security technology, boosting your expertise in the field. - Paid holiday compensation, regardless of your work schedule. - Enjoy paid breaks and complimentary meals during your shift. - If you're ready to step into an exciting and impactful role, we encourage you to apply today! Pay Scale: New Security Control Specialists start at a Level I pay rate of $20.00/hour. As they progress through the designated steps of the professional development plan, their pay will increase up to $23.25 an hour (Level II $21.75/hour and Level III $23.25/hour. Shift Information: Generally, three 12-hour shifts and one 4-hour shift per week. Day shift (6:00am-6:00pm) or night shift (6:00pm-6:00am). There are two main work weeks: Sunday – Wednesday and Wednesday – Saturday. Shift pick is every six months. Security Control Specialists work a variety of shifts including days, swings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Working shift work means that you may miss family holidays, birthdays, children's activities and other similar events. Security Control Specialists rotate shifts every six months. There is also the possibility that the shift will change in the middle of a rotation to meet the needs of the agency.

Develops discipline-specific analytical methods and training plans; obtains and validates new technologies and procedures; provides training for analysts, law enforcement, and others. Establishes and maintains a quality system for the discipline that meets the requirements of the FBI Quality Assurance Standards (QAS) for Forensic DNA Testing Laboratories. Conducts laboratory tests; performs analysis to compare and identify physical evidence; prepares technical reports; testifies in court proceedings; and collects, preserves, and transports physical evidence from crime scenes. Essential Functions: - Oversees and is accountable for the DNA technical operations; - Has the authorities and responsibilities delineated in the FBI QAS; - Acts as, and appoints, a Casework CODIS Administrator or alternate; - Creates and monitors discipline-specific quality guidance, analytical methods, and training plans; - Validates new procedures and technologies (e.g., instruments, chemistries, and software); - Awareness and evaluation of current and new discipline-related techniques and technologies; - Evaluates discipline services and supplies; - Directs annual quality system and case file reviews for the discipline - Oversees and evaluates the training of analysts; - Provides information and training for law enforcement, attorneys, and the public; - Collects, secures, and maintains evidence, and keeps accurate records; - Maintains safe chemical handling practices; - Utilizes physical and chemical processes to identify and evaluate evidence; - Analyzes scientific data to form opinions and interpretations; - Responds to crime scenes; photographs, documents, and collects evidence; - Maintains competency, prepares reports, and performs reviews in casework; - Reviews technical and quality procedures; - Testifies in court proceedings; - Participates in annual proficiency testing, inventories, and internal audits.

The Inventory Control Specialist is a civilian position responsible for the secure handling, tracking, storage, and disposition of property and evidence, as well as operational supplies and equipment. This role ensures compliance with internal standards and external accreditation requirements through meticulous inventory management and stringent quality assurance practices. This position is located within the Property and Evidence Division of the Ada County Sheriff’s Office, Administrative Services Bureau. Essential Functions: - Receives, verifies, catalogs, orders, and stores law enforcement evidence and operational supplies. - Conducts routine and random audits to ensure inventory accuracy and accountability. - Performs quality assurance inspections in accordance with IAPE and ICOPA standards. - Coordinates the timely return, release, or lawful disposal of property in accordance with judicial orders, applicable laws, and department policies. - Oversees the auction process, ensuring the secure, lawful, and compliant transfer of firearms and general items. - Maintains and optimizes internal and external storage areas, including secure offsite locations. - Monitors storage conditions for items including narcotics, firearms, biological evidence, and currency. - Maintains thorough and accurate chain-of-custody documentation for all evidence. - Identifies discrepancies, procedural gaps, and recommends corrective actions. - Reports all non-conformities directly to the Evidence Manager. - Prepares for and participates in all internal and external audits, as well as required accreditation inspections. - Performs related duties as assigned.

General Summary: As the guiding hand behind our industrial-size kitchen, orchestrating the preparation and delivery of over 3,700 meals daily, this role offers a unique opportunity to showcase your culinary and supervision expertise. Working seamlessly within a small, close-knit team is essential, as our team dynamics thrive on collaboration. The successful candidate must be comfortable and effective in a group setting, contributing ideas, sharing responsibilities, and communicating openly. Why it Matters: Operating efficiently within a small team is crucial for the success of our projects. Historically, individuals who navigate the dynamics of a close working group contribute significantly to achieving our goals. The synergy generated within the team directly impacts creativity, problem-solving, and overall productivity. Essential Functions: - Supervise and lead the inmate kitchen work crew, ensuring efficient and safe operations. - Perform related work as required, contributing to the overall success of the culinary operations. - Oversee bulk meal preparations for inmates and jail staff, maintaining high standards. - Keep a detailed inventory of food stock and supplies, ensuring availability when needed. - Assign tasks and provide clear explanations of work requirements, methods, and procedures to inmates assigned to work in the kitchen. - Consistently train and instruct inmates in food service and sanitation practices. - Make recommendations to the Food Service Supervisor regarding inmates' retention on kitchen work crews. - Review and ensure the quality of work performed by inmates, maintaining a high standard. - Ensure proper preparation and delivery of meals to jail housing units. - Ensure sanitation methods meet the standards set by the City-County Health Department. - Resolve conflicts among inmate workers, fostering a positive work environment. - Complete incident reports on inmate behavior issues, injuries, and other risk management concerns. - Take necessary disciplinary actions when required. - Menu Optimization & Special Diets Management - Adjust menus considering quantities, recipes, preparation times, serving instructions, nutritional requirements, appetite appeal, and efficient use of leftovers. - Ensure special diets align with guidelines, are properly labeled, and delivered to jail housing units. - Work and maintain availability for all shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. - Strictly control tools, ensuring proper tethering of dangerous tools when necessary.

*Please note that the academy start date for this position is tentatively scheduled for MAY 2026. **THIS POSTING APPLIES TO LATERAL APPLICANTS ONLY. Applicants must have at least two (2) years of current experience working in public safety emergency communication focused center providing law enforcement, medical and fire dispatch services & must be POST Certified as a Dispatcher to qualify as a lateral transfer. Applicants who don’t meet this requirement should apply under the 911 Public Safety. Lateral Transfer Wage Information: While the selection process is the same for all dispatcher applicants, those transferring from other law enforcement agencies with current (within the last three years) dispatcher experience may receive a higher starting wage. Level III = Two to four years of current experience working in public safety emergency communication focused center providing law enforcement, medical and fire dispatch services. Level IV = Five to six years of current experience working in public safety emergency communication focused center providing law enforcement, medical, and fire dispatch services. Base = Seven or more years of current experience working in public safety emergency communication focused center providing law enforcement, medical, and fire dispatch services. Pay plan can be found here: https://adacounty.id.gov/sheriff/careers/911-dispatcher/ SHIFT INFORMATION: The work week is four 10-hour shifts. Days of the week would vary, based on the shift picked, but will work set schedule (same days of week and shift hours) for four months. Shift pick is every four months, and you will know your new shift 2 months ahead of time. This includes working holidays if the shift falls on a holiday. You need to be available every shift. 0400-1400 0800-1800 1400-0000 1800-0400 2200-0800 ***The next 911 Communications Dispatch Academy is set to begin in late MAY 2026. This position is posted several months in advance to allow applicants sufficient time to complete all required steps, including CritiCall testing, oral board interviews, a background investigation (which includes a polygraph exam), and to provide notice to their current employers if selected. (APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE EMAIL NOTIFICIATION IF THEY ARE SELECTED FOR TESTING &/OR ORAL BOARDS.) After being invited, qualified applicants will be invited to sign-up for various testing and interview dates. These are scheduled through NEO Gov.’s self-scheduling system and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-up deadlines will apply, so early registration is strongly encouraged to secure a spot.

*Please note that the academy start date for this position is tentatively scheduled for MAY 2026. 911 Public Safety Communications Dispatcher is the first responder to provide aid to 911 callers by responding to incoming law enforcement, fire suppression and Emergency Medical Services emergency and non-emergency calls, and dispatches appropriate personnel to the place of emergency or need. Dispatchers, when necessary, refer to written guidelines, manuals, policies that require judgment and interpretation and refer complex problems to the Communications Floor Supervisor. Pay Plan for Dispatcher Positions can be found here: https://adacounty.id.gov/sheriff/careers/911-dispatcher/ SHIFT INFORMATION: The work week is four 10-hour shifts. Days of the week would vary, based on the shift picked, but will work set schedule (same days of week and shift hours) for four months. Shift pick is every four months, and you will know your new shift 2 months ahead of time. This includes working holidays if the shift falls on a holiday. You need to be available every shift. 0400-1400 0800-1800 1400-0000 1800-0400 2200-0800 ***The next 911 Communications Dispatch Academy is set to begin in late MAY 2026. This position is posted several months in advance to allow applicants sufficient time to complete all required steps, including CritiCall testing, oral board interviews, a background investigation (which includes a polygraph exam), and to provide notice to their current employers if selected. (APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE EMAIL NOTIFICIATION IF THEY ARE SELECTED FOR TESTING &/OR ORAL BOARDS.) After being invited, qualified applicants will be invited to sign-up for various testing and interview dates. These are scheduled through NEO Gov.’s self-scheduling system and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-up deadlines will apply, so early registration is strongly encouraged to secure a spot.

Physical Agility Test and Written Test Required (April/May 2026 in Boise, Idaho – If selected, a $25 written test fee will apply. To attend testing, you must receive an invitation via email from the Ada County Sheriff’s Office). Interviews will be held the day after testing in Boise, Idaho. Selected candidates will attend the ACSO POST Academy beginning August 10, 2026. Academies run approximately 19 weeks and include daily physical training. General Summary: Supervises and maintains custody of inmates and provides security for the Ada County Jail. The incumbent uses personal judgment in the performance of duties, referring unusual, unique, or complex issues to the sergeant for advice and guidance. Shift Information: Day shift (6:48am – 7:00pm) or Night shift (6:48pm – 7:00am). Work week is four 12-hours shifts, then four days off (2,220 hours per year). Shift pick every six months. The jail is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This position requires you to work weekends, nights and holidays. Job Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent; - Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire; - Must be a citizen of the United States: - Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; - Ability to supervise and communicate with inmates; - Ability to hear, listen to, and understand radio transmissions using an ear piece; - Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; - Ability to take criticism and verbal abuse from inmates and their visitors without reacting in a negative manner and project an image of self-confidence and control; - Ability to subdue and restrain a combative inmate; - Ability to evaluate and recognize potentially adverse or unsafe situations and react according to department policy; and - Ability to perform the duties of the position without a direct threat to the health or safety of the incumbent or others. Other Requirements: - Must pass a written exam, the POST physical agility test, a polygraph exam, background investigation, medical exam, and a psychological evaluation; - Must become POST certified as a Detention Officer within one year of employment; - Must be able to obtain and maintain an Idaho Driver's License; - This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

Conducts field inspections to ensure compliance with conditions of zoning permits; investigates complaints regarding county/city zoning ordinance violations; prepares case reports for documentation and prosecution, and supports Patrol Division as required with traffic control, crime scene evidence collection, documentation and processing. Routinely interfaces with property owners, occupants or the general public to gain willful compliance and cooperation as well as provide education on applicable codes, policies and procedures. Administers vehicle related violations and hazards such as abandoned vehicle, radar trailer, emergency/evidence towing and crash awareness program. This position is located in the Police Services Bureau, Star Substation. SHIFT INFORMATION: Generally Monday - Friday, day shift (either five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts). Essential Functions: - Investigates selected areas to ascertain compliance with zoning regulations and illegal commercial use in residential areas to include educating owners to gain compliance; - Participates in legal proceedings by gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses/suspects, documenting cases for submission into legal proceedings then interfacing with prosecuting attorney, attends court hearings and testifies in jury or court trials; - Works special events that include nights, weekends, and holidays; - Must be able to undergo use of force training along with certify on reactive impact weapons, oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray and/or conducted energy devices; - Receives and responds to calls and inquiries regarding abandoned or impounded vehicles, tags the vehicles and arranges for towing; - Processes the abandoned vehicle paperwork pursuant to Idaho Code and Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) procedures; - Maintains inventory and releases vehicles from Ada County impound facility; - Conducts Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) inspections and determines vehicle ownership; - Distributes, receives, and processes annual Emergency Tow Truck Rotation List applications; - Maintains the Emergency Tow Truck Rotation list in dispatch, issues applicable licenses and performs inspections of companies’ trucks, tow yards and insurance compliance.

Are you passionate about mental health and making a difference in the lives of those in need? The Ada County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a dedicated Mental Health Case Manager to work with qualifying inmates at the Ada County Jail. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of mental health clinicians, develop discharge plans, and help connect individuals with critical community-based mental health services upon release from custody. Your work will directly support inmates in their transition to healthier, more stable lives. If you have questions about this role specifically, please email Administrative & Case Management Supervisor, Amberine Mowjee (amowjee@adacounty.id.gov). SHIFT INFORMATION: Generally Monday – Friday, day shift hours Essential Functions: - Collaborate with a team of mental health clinicians in a supporting role to provide case management and treatment coordination for inmates with mental health needs. - Assist in the development of discharge plans to ensure inmates have access to appropriate community-based mental health services upon release. - Participate as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team, addressing the complex needs of inmates with mental health and medical concerns. - Support the coordination of chronic care services for inmates, ensuring ongoing mental health support. - Address concerns from inmates and stakeholders, ensuring a supportive and effective system for mental health care. - Monitor inmates with state commitments and police holds, ensuring proper documentation and coordination of their care and release. - Perform other duties related to mental health case management as assigned to include reporting statistics/scanning patient paperwork and to work together as a cohesive unit with other members of the Administrative and Case Management team.