Adams County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the Detention Division. Deputies will ensure the basic needs of inmates are being met in a safe and controlled environment. This position will monitor all activity within the jail and respond to situations that arise. Detention officers will be responsible for ensuring the safe transport of inmates. Deputies may be exposed to violent behaviors and to verbal abuse by the inmates.

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).

Physical Agility Test and Written Test Required (August/September 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 early January 2027. 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.

NOW HIRING DISPATCHERS – AUGUST 2026 ACADEMY 911 Public Safety Communications Dispatchers are the first point of contact for emergency and non-emergency calls, providing critical assistance and dispatching law enforcement, fire, and EMS resources. Dispatchers follow established protocols, exercise sound judgment, and coordinate closely with field responders. Do you meet our minimum hiring standards? Please check before applying. HIRING PROCESS TIMELINE: The August 2026 Dispatch Academy begins Monday, August 17. Because the hiring process takes several months, we begin screening and background steps early to set every candidate up for success. If you’re excited about this career path and ready to engage in the process, we encourage you to apply. This is a meaningful opportunity to prepare for a role that makes a real impact in our community. SCREENING QUESTIONNAIRE/SPARKHIRE VIDEO INTERVIEW: Accesses communication skills, professionalism, and overall readiness. CRITICALL TESTING: A computerized pre-employment exam measuring: Multitasking Decision-making under pressure Listening accuracy Typing (Min. 35wpm & information retention) Simulates real emergency-dispatch conditions. TESTING INFORMATION: Computer based exam: The computer-based exam must be passed in all sections. Samples of skills tested: cross-referencing, prioritization, call summarization, and data entry. Read information regarding skill/ability requirements (Download PDF reader). SIT-IN OBSERVATION: Shadow a dispatcher to see real calls, real decisions, and the pace of the job. ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW: Evaluates a candidate’s communication, judgment, skills, and overall suitability for the role. It also provides an opportunity for candidates to ask questions directly to one of our experienced 911 Communications Dispatchers. SELECTION & BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: Candidates selected by hiring managers will be assigned to a background investigator. Background checks typically take 8 – 10 weeks to complete and includes a polygraph exam.

**THIS POSTING APPLIES TO LATERAL APPLICANTS ONLY. Applicants must have a minimum of two (2) years of recent experience working in a public safety emergency communications center that provides law enforcement, medical, and fire dispatch services, and must hold a STATE issued POST Dispatcher Certification to qualify as a lateral transfer. College POST certifications do not meet this requirement. Individuals who do not meet these criteria should apply under the 911 Public Safety Communications Dispatcher posting. 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. SHIFT INFORMATION: Dispatchers work four 10-hour shifts per week on a fixed schedule that rotates every four months through a shift-bid. Shifts include days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with the following options: 0400–1400 | 0800–1800 | 1400–0000 | 1800–0400 | 2200–0800