Corrections Deputy - Lateral - Civil Service

Snohomish County, WA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 76,241 - 101,173; Full time

Job summary

A county government entity is seeking a Corrections Deputy in Seattle, WA, responsible for monitoring and supervising inmates in a correctional setting. The role involves conducting security checks, managing inmate activities, and ensuring adherence to established protocols. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 18 years old, and pass various background checks. This position requires physical and emotional resilience, as well as the ability to communicate effectively in challenging situations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain custody of inmates at the Snohomish County Jail.
• Supervise inmate activities including meals and recreation.
• Conduct regular security checks and searches.
• Investigate suspected rule violations among inmates.

Skills

Crisis response

Effective communication

Supervision of groups

Physical restraint

Understanding laws and regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED certificate

Job description

Corrections Deputy - Lateral - Civil Service

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We are looking for a Corrections Deputy to monitor, supervise and maintain custody of inmates in the Snohomish County Jail, the residential work release facility, and those placed into non‑custody community corrections programs.

Base pay range: $76,241.88/yr – $101,173.20/yr

Job Duties

• Book inmates into the jail, work release or community corrections programs; conduct interview to determine medical, other special needs, and acceptability to book; assist in entering booking information into the jail computer system; conduct personal (pat down, strip searches) and property searches; take fingerprints and prepare for submission to AFIS, WASIC and FBI.
• Supervise the activities of inmates within the jail housing areas and their movement from one area to another; supervise and document food services; supervise inmates in cleanup and maintenance activities; verify need and make arrangements for medical and health care; monitor use of prescribed medications; monitor recreational, educational and visitation activities; answer phone calls and provide information to authorized persons.
• When assigned to community corrections, check for outstanding warrants and criminal history using various criminal‑justice databases; monitor inmates released to and returned from work, education and treatment programs; verify that work‑release inmates and program participants are where they are authorized to be through various forms of documentation or phone contact; and monitor electronic equipment for inmates on Home Detention and report all breaches of conditions.
• Supervise the preparation of inmates for transportation to courts and other inmate appointments.
• Conduct regular security checks; screen and search visitors; conduct periodic headcounts and searches of inmates and the areas accessible to them to prevent contraband; administer or arrange for breathalyzer or urinalysis.
• Instruct inmates on jail rules and procedures; investigate suspected rule violations; take informal action to correct inmate behavior as appropriate; write violation reports; participate in inmate disciplinary proceedings; arrange for transfer of work‑release inmates returned to the maximum‑security jail by disciplinary board or other authority.

Other Job Duties

• Maintain custody and control of inmates when confined to hospitals or other facilities as required; coordinate with courts to ensure scheduled appearances.
• Serve on various committees such as training, safety, classification, wellness, wear and tear, affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and others.
• May be assigned temporary assignment as training officer or instructor.
• When assigned to community corrections, conduct a thorough orientation explaining program procedures and rules; answer questions; work with staff to develop intervention for inmates with family, employment or emotional problems.
• Provide direct one‑on‑one or group assistance to work‑release inmates and program participants as needed.
• Maintain court and other documents related to work‑release inmates; handle cash for inmates; respond to information requests per office policy.
• Assist in risk/needs assessment of inmates and contribute to case reviews and program placement.
• Provide medication delivery and administration per RCW 70.48.490.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

No previous experience is required for entry‑level Corrections Deputy.

Must have a high school diploma or GED certificate. Candidates must be at least eighteen (18) years old at time of application, no maximum age.

Must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrival (DACA) recipient as per RCW 41.14.100; must pass job‑related tests.

Lateral Entry Special Requirements

Candidates must successfully pass a criminal history background investigation, a polygraph examination, a psychological evaluation, a pre‑employment medical exam and drug screening. A valid Washington State Driver's License is required. Ability to acquire First Aid and CPR Certificates is required. Employees may be required to carry firearms and must qualify with a firearm on an annual basis (if applicable). Successful completion of an academy, equivalency or full, is required within 6 months from date of hire if the applicant is not already certified in Washington State.

Additional Information

Knowledge of

• Defensive and courteous driving rules.

Ability to

• Acquire a First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Satisfactorily complete required courses at the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Academy within six (6) months of hire.
• Satisfactorily complete firearms training and pass a proficiency test per agreement.
• Learn, understand and interpret work‑related laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Quickly learn applicable federal and state laws and county ordinances and established policies, procedures, and practices of the Snohomish County Jail.
• Supervise groups of inmates.
• Respond effectively in crisis or emergency situations and restrain violent or belligerent inmates.
• Communicate effectively with people regardless of age, sex or socioeconomic background, including persons with social or behavioral problems, in both supportive and confrontive modes.
• Accept and respect individual differences of inmates and respond professionally without bias.
• Access, input and retrieve information from computer and record information correctly and perform clerical tasks related to booking.
• Understand and follow oral instructions and written procedures and guidelines.
• Speak and write with clarity and prepare required reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with criminal‑justice officials, staff, other county employees and the general public.

Physical Effort

The work involves strenuous physical tasks such as restraining belligerent inmates or breaking up fights or running up flights of stairs to respond to emergencies. Stressful elements of this work are considerable, including exposure to disagreeable situations involving human conflict, anger, hostility and potential for violence.

Supervision

The employee reports to a Corrections Sergeant or Corrections Lieutenant. The work is performed according to established policies and procedures and is reviewed through observation and evaluation of ability to handle a variety of work situations, reports and conferences.

Working Conditions

The work is performed within a maximum‑security detention facility or a minimum‑security and work release facility. Employees may be required to receive PPD testing semi‑annually or as needed. Employees are required to work various shift assignments, to perform all functions of all shifts in all areas, and to work weekends and holidays as required. Employees shall be subjected to mandatory overtime.

Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.