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15 <br /> • a comparison of current service levels to emergent best practices, <br /> • a review of the fixed post staffing plan, and <br /> • an analysis of current staffing needs based on the current Detention Center population. <br /> The study noted six (6) key findings following the analysis: <br /> • The Sheriff's Office should continue the transition to an operational model that conforms <br /> to a podular remote designed facility rather than the linear indirect supervision module <br /> used in the prior facility. <br /> • Robust policies and procedures are in place, but staff lack staff awareness and <br /> understanding of those policies and procedures. <br /> • No detainee programs/services or in-person visitation is currently provided. <br /> • Detainees are able to use tablets to increase video visitation opportunities. <br /> • The facility lacks formalized minimum staffing levels. <br /> • Staff have a limited understanding of booking and release functions and processes. <br /> The report contains 38 recommendations to help address the key findings and other potential <br /> issues identified by the consultant. In total, the staffing analysis recommends that one (1) <br /> additional position be added to the Detention Center. The study recommends adding an <br /> administrative position or Business Officer to perform administrative functions such as <br /> purchasing, accounting, and budgeting, which would allow command staff to focus on Detention <br /> Center operations rather than administrative duties. This addition would increase the total <br /> authorized full time equivalent employees in the Detention Center from 58 to 59. This additional <br /> position can be accommodated using vacant position authority in other areas of the Sheriff's <br /> Office. <br /> Recommended Staffing Summary <br /> Current <br /> Classification Budgeted Recommended Change <br /> Major 1 1 0 <br /> Captain 1 1 0 <br /> Lieutenant 1 1 0 <br /> Sergeant 4 4 0 <br /> Corporal 4 5 1 <br /> Detention Officer 36 34 -2 <br /> Transport Officer 4 5 1 <br /> Maintenance Tech (Laundry) 1 1 0 <br /> Administrative Assistant 1 1 0 <br /> Jail Cook Supervisor 1 1 0 <br /> Jail Cook 4 4 0 <br /> Business Officer 0 1 1 <br /> Total 58 59 1 <br />