Arrest control CPR/first aid Crime scene investigation Criminal code Domestic crisis Drill and ceremony Ethics Firearm safety High-risk entry Hostage negotiation Patrol procedures Report writing ...
Arrest control CPR/first aid Crime scene investigation Criminal code Domestic crisis Drill and ceremony Ethics Firearm safety High-risk entry Hostage negotiation Patrol procedures Report writing ...
Hostage negotiation * Patrol procedures * Report writing * Traffic control * Traffic stops Examples of Duties for Success * Attend weekly business meetings and monthly trainings. * Complete 10 hours ...
Hostage negotiation * Patrol procedures * Report writing * Traffic control * Traffic stops Examples of Duties for Success * Attend weekly business meetings and monthly trainings. * Complete 10 hours ...
Occupational Therapist
$40 - $55/hr
Care plan meetings feel like hostage negotiations? * The phrase "quick question" is never quick? * You spend more time explaining why therapy matters than actually providing it? * Leadership support ...
Quick apply
Occupational Therapist
$40 - $55/hr
Care plan meetings feel like hostage negotiations? * The phrase "quick question" is never quick? * You spend more time explaining why therapy matters than actually providing it? * Leadership support ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
Quick apply
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL (Dumont)
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL (Dumont)
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$90K - $108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
Quick apply
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$90K - $108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
Deputy Sheriff- Patrol
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$90K - $108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
Quick apply
Deputy Sheriff- Patrol
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$90K - $108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
DEPUTY SHERIFF - PATROL
Georgetown, CO ยท On-site
$108K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform DUI and DUID investigation and detection, radar and laser operations, taser deployment, hazmat recognition, SWAT and hostage negotiation, domestic violence investigations, sexual assault ...
Hostage information
What is the difference between Hostage vs Security Guard?
| Aspect | Hostage | Security Guard |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Minimal; often no formal certification | Varies; often requires security license or training |
| Work Environment | High-risk, confined settings (e.g., kidnapping situations) | Public spaces, buildings, events, and facilities |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Law enforcement, criminal activity contexts | Private security firms, corporations, government agencies |
| Common Search & Comparison | Often compared in crisis or criminal scenarios | Compared in safety and protection roles |
While a hostage is a person held against their will during criminal or crisis situations, a security guard is a professional responsible for protecting property and people in various settings. The roles differ significantly in context, credentials, and environment, with hostages being victims and security guards being protectors.
Job description
What Success Looks Like In This Job This is a volunteer program-the Explorer Program gives youth (ages 14-20) a chance to learn about law enforcement, develop leadership skills, and become more involved in the community. Explorers will learn about the different areas/divisions of the Adams County Sheriff's Office: patrol, jail, detectives, civil, and other areas of law enforcement. Explorers will also gain skills and may compete in state-wide competitions in the following areas: Arrest control CPR/first aid Crime scene investigation Criminal code Domestic crisis Drill and ceremony Ethics Firearm safety High-risk entry Hostage negotiation Patrol procedures Report writing Traffic control Traffic stops Examples of Duties for Success Attend weekly business meetings and monthly trainings.
Complete 10 hours of community service in assigned divisions-patrol, jail, detectives, and records section. Participate/assist in county functions such as parades, Adams County fair, banquets, and color guard. Involvement in fundraising activity and miscellaneous duties at the Sheriff's Office.
Adhere to policy, procedures, and post orders. Qualifications for Success To be considered for an Explorer position: Must be between 14-20 years of age. Currently enrolled in school with a minimum 2.0 GPA
Must be a US Citizen No felony convictions. More Qualifications for Success Once selected for the position, you will be required to: Volunteer 10 hours per month in an assigned area of the Sheriff's Office. Attend at least two meetings per month.
Attend the Explore mini academy within one year of appointment. Participate in physical fitness activities. Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA").
JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.