Detention Deputy: Inmate Care & Security

Mifop; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Clair County Sheriff's Office in Port Huron, MI seeks a Corrections Deputy to provide custody, safety, and supervision for inmates from intake to release. Duties include admission processing, searching for contraband, booking, and enforcing jail rules in compliance with laws and policy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, EMPCO test with 70%+, and includes potential MSCTC academy pathways or degree preference. Strong judgment and calmness under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required (or equivalent).
• Passing EMPCO written test for local corrections officer candidates with min score 70%+.
• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice preferred; MSCTC Corrections Academy preferred or substitution allowed with experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and record information from inmates at admission.
• Search inmates and property for weapons/contraband.
• Book and fingerprint prisoners and prepare related records.
• Escort inmates for hearings, visits, meals, or transfers.
• Enforce inmate rules and document violations; prepare reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Decision making

Written communication

Education

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice

MSCTC Corrections Academy completion

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

St. Clair County Sheriff's Office in Port Huron, MI seeks a Corrections Deputy to provide custody, safety, and supervision for inmates from intake to release. Duties include admission processing, searching for contraband, booking, and enforcing jail rules in compliance with laws and policy.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, EMPCO test with 70%+, and includes potential MSCTC academy pathways or degree preference. Strong judgment and calmness under pressure are essential.