CJTC-Certified Corrections Deputy: Secure & Serve

Thurston County Sheriff's Office; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thurston County Sheriff's Office seeks a Corrections Deputy to manage inmate security, transport, and daily jail operations in Olympia, WA. The role emphasizes maintaining safety, conducting searches, processing prisoners, and documenting activities.

Applicants must meet state/county standards, pass background checks, and hold or pursue WA CJTC Corrections Deputy Certification; Veterans' preference details may apply. Equal opportunity employer with accommodations available.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be a US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or DACA recipient with read/write/speak English as required
• Minimum age of 19 years and 6 months at time of appointment
• Must hold or obtain valid Washington State Driver's license
• Must meet Thurston County Civil Service Pre-Employment Screening Standards
• Acceptable scores on Civil Service skills examinations
• Current Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Corrections Deputy Certification
• Must have been employed with a law enforcement agency in Washington State within the prior 12 months
• Must meet the Sheriff's Office Employment Standards and be willing to submit to and pass a thorough background investigation to include a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation
• Must meet the current physical standards adopted by the Sheriff's Office
• If Veterans' Preference status claimed, provide DD Form 214 or related docs with Veterans Scoring Criteria Declaration

Responsibilities

• Receives, searches, books, fingerprints, and photographs incoming prisoners.
• Maintains jail security by observation of inmates, pat searches, strip searches, and cell searches.
• Assures that inmates have access to basic needs for hygiene and welfare.
• Prepares and delivers prisoners to court, doctors' offices, hospitals, and other locations; transfers prisoners to and from jail and court.
• Logs court disposition of cases; writes reports and maintains files.
• Screens and processes visitors; processes personal property brought to inmates.
• Assigns and directs work of trustees; distributes meals to inmates.
• Advise superior when medical attention appears necessary and maintains physical safety of prisoners; administers prescribed medications.
• Monitors video and audio surveillance equipment and other job-related equipment.
• Receives incoming telephone calls to the department and relays them appropriately.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Thurston County Sheriff's Office seeks a Corrections Deputy to manage inmate security, transport, and daily jail operations in Olympia, WA. The role emphasizes maintaining safety, conducting searches, processing prisoners, and documenting activities.

Applicants must meet state/county standards, pass background checks, and hold or pursue WA CJTC Corrections Deputy Certification; Veterans' preference details may apply. Equal opportunity employer with accommodations available.