Corrections Deputy: Jail Security & Inmate Care

Mason County Sheriff's Office; Washington; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mason County Sheriff's Office seeks a Chief Civil Examiner to oversee jail operations, inmate supervision, and maintain order 24/7. This role requires strong leadership in a high-security environment and the ability to coordinate emergency actions.

Responsibilities include monitoring inmate activities, documenting all activity, investigating rule violations, processing bookings and releases, and ensuring compliance with state standards. Candidates must be a U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control inmate activities, individually or in groups.
• Use independent judgment to take emergency action, including verbal de-escalation and use of force.
• Take informal action to correct inmate behavior when appropriate.
• Conduct security checks and maintain jail security across all areas.
• Write all required reports/documentation of activity.
• Investigate suspected rule violations.
• Book, search, and release prisoners.
• Answer calls and monitor jail access and egress.
• Operate office equipment, communications equipment, and corrections systems.
• Communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Perform duties in a confined, high-security environment.
• Cover shifts in all required areas of the facility.
• Carry arms while transporting prisoners when authorized outside the jail.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance.
• Maintain physical ability to handle confrontational situations using defensive tactics, up to deadly force when necessary.
• Regular, reliable attendance.

Skills

Inmate supervision

Emergency de-escalation

Security protocol

Report writing

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Corrections systems

Office equipment

Job description

The Mason County Sheriff's Office seeks a Chief Civil Examiner to oversee jail operations, inmate supervision, and maintain order 24/7. This role requires strong leadership in a high-security environment and the ability to coordinate emergency actions.

Responsibilities include monitoring inmate activities, documenting all activity, investigating rule violations, processing bookings and releases, and ensuring compliance with state standards. Candidates must be a U.S.