Detention Deputy- $38.38/Hr

Detention Deputy- $38.38/Hr

Eagle County Government

CO

Posted Date

4/13/2026

Description

Hiring Range: $38.38/hr - $54.44/hr

Start a career with the Eagle County Sheriff's Office! The Eagle County Sheriff's Office offers great pay, benefits and schedule while working in a team-oriented environment focused on the same mission and vision.

The Detention Deputy performs important work in the safekeeping of prisoners in the custody of the Sheriff at the county detention facility and protects the well-being of prisoners, overseeing them in their quarters and during transport.

Great schedule! Work 7 day's/nights in a 14-day pay cycle with 3-month rotations. Each shift is 12 hours.

Salary Information: The salary range is $37.08/hr - $52.59/hr. Lateral pay will be adjusted by the Sheriff or his designee to reflect the individual's law enforcement experience. Eagle County Sheriff's Office now operates off of a 6-year step program with an average of a 6% yearly increase, depending on performance and meeting expected criteria.

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Mission, Vision & Values

Qualifications:

No experience necessary

Must be 21 or older

High School Diploma or equivalent

See full job description and qualifications here.

Salary

38.38 - 54.44 Hour

Field

Police

Highest Educational Degree Required

High school diploma