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.

Law Enforcement Records Specialists work in one of three areas: Court Support Team, Inmate Records Team, or Inmate Processing Team. Court Support: Works very closely with Patrol Deputies/Officers, managing Warrants, No-Contact Orders and Protection Orders. Inmate Records: Works closely with Detention Deputies and Patrol Deputies/Officers from all agencies in Ada County. Inmate Records manages court paperwork, video court, and inmates' records. They also scan documents and handle a high volume of customers at our front counter. Inmate Processing: Works with Patrol Deputies/Officers from all agencies and Detention Deputies. Inmate Processing manages booking of inmates and is responsible for securing inmate property, running criminal histories for classification of inmates and provides customer service in our jail lobby. All three of these positions require skills in customer service, typing, and data entry. No degree or experience required. You will attend a 5-week training academy. Work is performed under well-established guidelines set forth by State and Federal law. The scope of work requires a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and attention to detail. These positions interact extensively with law enforcement officers, the courts, attorneys, and jail management staff. These positions are in the Ada County Sheriff’s Office, Administrative Services Bureau. New Law Enforcement Records Specialists will start out at a Level I pay rate of $19.50/hr. As new Law Enforcement Records Specialists acquire the required skills, they have the opportunity to promote to a Level II pay of $21.50/hr. (usually occurs within the first year) and then to a Level III pay of $23.50/hr. SHIFT INFORMATION Law Enforcement Records Specialists work 40 hours a week. Shifts vary and are based upon which of the three areas a technician is assigned to. Must be able to work all shifts, including nights, days, weekends, and holidays but will be assigned to a shift for a period of time. Must be able to work up to 11.5 hours a day.

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

The Ada County Sheriff’s Office Automotive Service Internship performs routine automotive maintenance and service work on agency vehicles. This work follows established manufacturer guidelines and safety standards set by the Ada County Sheriff’s Office. The position requires an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) G1 certification. It also requires careful attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a high level of accuracy. While the technician will primarily work under the supervision of a Team Lead, there may be times when they are required to work independently. Interns in this area may perform, under supervision, the following duties that include, but are not limited to; - Performs bumper to bumper diagnostics and repairs on light duty trucks and passenger vehicles, boats, busses, motorcycles, off road vehicles and personal watercraft. - Services vehicles to manufacturer specifications or police needs. - Performs major vehicle repairs to manufacturer specifications. - Prepares new patrol or detective vehicles for service. - Installs overhead lights, siren and siren speaker, police radio, wiring harness, screen partition, shotgun rack, wig-wag headlight system, and antenna coax. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS - Assists others on complex repairs and troubleshooting. - Performs related functions as required. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: An unpaid internship with the Ada County Sheriff's Office allows students to get professional experience, typically while obtaining credit for school. If you are a student, please see your Department Internship Adviser for details on how to register for the credits.

**THIS POSTING APPLIES TO LATERAL PATROL APPLICANTS ONLY. Applicants must have current Peace Officer POST certification and at least two (2) years field/patrol experience to qualify as a lateral transfer. GENERAL SUMMARY: The Community Transition Center (CTC) team is responsible for the supervision of participants in the Sheriff’s CTC program. Our team works and consults with professional staff daily to ensure consistency in the monitoring and supervision of our CTC participants. The CTC Deputy will preserve the security of the facility, perform searches, make arrests, monitors and verifies participant locations, perform drug and alcohol testing, and other duties as needed. SHIFT INFORMATION: The CTC operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This position requires working weekends, nights, and holidays. The schedule follows a fixed rotation of 3 shifts on / 4 shifts off, then 4 shifts on / 3 shifts off. Shift rotations occur every four months. Employees work 12.2-hour shifts with 85.4-hour pay periods, totaling approximately 2,220 hours per year.

Adams County is a community-oriented office seeking motivated, career-minded officers who will be responsible for performing a variety of duties involving the enforcement of state and local laws and ordinances. Primary focus is school security and student related issues during the school year. During the summer months they will be required to respond to calls of service, conduct criminal and non-criminal investigations; make arrests and to perform other assigned law enforcement and public safety duties. Deputies will be required to conduct investigations of crimes, accidents, enforcing traffic regulations and perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks.

Adams County is a community-oriented office seeking motivated, career-minded officers who will be responsible for performing a variety of duties involving the enforcement of state and local laws and ordinances. They will be required to respond to calls of service, conduct criminal and non-criminal investigations; make arrests and to perform other assigned law enforcement and public safety duties. Deputies will be required to conduct investigation of crimes, accidents, enforcing traffic regulations and perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks.