Elite Certified Lateral Corrections Deputy

Thurston County Sheriff's Office; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Thurston County Sheriff's Office seeks a Corrections Deputy to perform jail operations, inmate processing, security, and related duties within the county jail.

Responsibilities include intake, housing, transport to court and medical appointments, meal service, and maintaining safety. WA state certification and successful completion of required exams are essential, along with a background check and polygraph. Veterans’ preference considered where applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or DACA recipient.
• No felony convictions or crimes of moral turpitude.
• Must hold or obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Must pass background, medical, and psychological examinations and a polygraph.
• Must have CJTC-recognized Corrections Officer Certification or obtain equivalency within 12 months.
• Prior corrections experience and no long break in service preferred.
• Pass written examination and physical fitness test.
• Meet Sheriff’s Office Employment Standards.
• Veterans' Preference documentation if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Receive, search, book, fingerprint, and photograph incoming prisoners.
• Maintain jail security through observation and searches.
• Ensure inmates have basic hygiene and welfare.
• Transport prisoners to court, doctors, hospitals, and other locations; release per procedures.
• Log court dispositions and write reports.
• Screen and process visitors; manage inmate personal property.
• Direct work of trustees; distribute meals and remove materials from cells.
• Monitor medical needs and administer medications as required.
• Operate video/audio surveillance and related equipment.
• Answer department telephone calls and relay information appropriately.
• Attend training and shift meetings; apply knowledge on duty.
• Respond to disturbances, medical crises, escapes, fires, and disasters.

Skills

English language proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reading/writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Thurston County Sheriff's Office seeks a Corrections Deputy to perform jail operations, inmate processing, security, and related duties within the county jail.

Responsibilities include intake, housing, transport to court and medical appointments, meal service, and maintaining safety. WA state certification and successful completion of required exams are essential, along with a background check and polygraph. Veterans’ preference considered where applicable.