Inmate Security & Custody Deputy

Snohomish County, WA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Snohomish County Jail is seeking a Corrections Deputy to monitor, supervise, and maintain custody of inmates in the jail, work release facility, and community corrections programs. The role includes intake processing, security checks, and coordination of medical and court-related activities.

Essential duties cover supervising inmate movement, searches, equipment monitoring, and ensuring disciplinary actions are properly handled.

Qualifications

• Requires no prior experience for entry level corrections deputy.
• Requires ability to pass criminal history background, polygraph, psychological evaluation, medical and drug screens.

Responsibilities

• Book inmates into jail/work release/community corrections programs; conduct screenings and searches; collect fingerprints and prepare submissions.
• Supervise inmate movement, meals, recreation, medical care, and visits; document activities and monitor contraband.
• Verify inmate locations and attendance; monitor compliance with home detention; coordinate transportation for court appearances.

Skills

Defensive driving

Effective communication

First Aid/CPR

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Snohomish County Jail is seeking a Corrections Deputy to monitor, supervise, and maintain custody of inmates in the jail, work release facility, and community corrections programs. The role includes intake processing, security checks, and coordination of medical and court-related activities.

Essential duties cover supervising inmate movement, searches, equipment monitoring, and ensuring disciplinary actions are properly handled.