Sheriff Corrections Deputy (Lateral Entry)

Clallam County Sheriff's Office; Port Angeles (WA); Presencial; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Union (AFSCME 1619CD)

Overtime eligibility

Resumo da oferta

Clallam County Sheriff's Office is seeking a full-time corrections officer to join the jail operations in Port Angeles, WA. The role involves inmate supervision, processing, and maintaining security, with duties spanning booking, transportation, and documentation.

Applicants must meet state training requirements, complete the academy or equivalent, and pass a physical abilities test. Union representation and overtime eligibility are included as benefits of the position.

Qualificações

• Solid writing skills and basic report preparation using computer technology.
• Ability to read and write the English language.

Responsabilidades

• Receives, searches, books, fingerprints, and photographs incoming prisoners; maintains jail security and orderly conduct.
• Prepares and delivers prisoners to court, doctors, hospitals, and other locations; transfers and releases prisoners per procedures.

Conhecimentos

Writing skills

Report writing

Computer literacy

English reading/writing

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Minimum Requirements

• Within the last five years, have been employed continuously for 12 months as a full-time corrections officer of a public law enforcement agency.
• Have successfully completed a probationary period.
• Have successfully completed the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commissions Corrections Officer Academy, or completed, or qualified to complete the Washington State equivalency academy.
• Have the ability to perform the essential mental and physical demands and functions of the position.
• Have solid writing skills, basic report preparation using computer technology.
• United States’ Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident at the time of appointment.
• Ability to read and write the English language (required by RCW 41.14.100)
• Valid driver’s license at time of employment.
• Have no prior felony convictions and/or recent or excessive drug usage history.

An officer whose certification, commission, or licensing has been revoked or suspended, or is under review by this state or any other state or territory is not eligible to apply as a lateral applicant.

Pass a Physical Abilities Test (contact Brenda Wenzl @ [e-mail] to schedule)

Typical Work

• Receives, searches, books, fingerprints, and photographs incoming prisoners. Issues jail uniforms, records and stores personal effects, and houses inmates by appropriate classification.
• Maintains jail security by observation of inmates, pat searches, strip searches, and cell searches. Maintains orderly conduct and discipline.
• Assures that inmates have access to basic needs for hygiene and welfare.
• Prepares and delivers prisoners to court, doctors' offices, hospitals, and other locations. Transfers prisoners to and from jail and court. Releases prisoners by established procedures or bail, court order, or other authority.
• Logs court disposition of cases. Writes reports and maintains files.
• Screens and processes visitors. Processes personal property brought to inmates and released.
• Assigns and directs work of trustees. Distributes meals to all inmates, assuring that all materials are removed from cells after meals.
• Advise superior when medical attention appears necessary and maintains physical safety of prisoners. Administers prescribed medications.
• Monitors video and audio surveillance equipment and other job-related equipment.
• Receives incoming telephone calls to the department, relaying them as appropriate. Communicates appropriately on the telephone.
• Attends training and shift meetings. Applies job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities on duty.
• Responds to and assists with major or minor disturbances, medical crisis situations, escapes, fire, and other natural disasters.
• Prepares reports, memos, logbook entries, and unit rosters. This is accomplished through handwritten, typed, and computer terminal entries.
• Performs related work as required.

Contact Person

Brenda Wenzl, Deputy Chief Examiner @ [phone].

Email: [e-mail]

This position is:

• Represented by a Union (AFSCME 1619CD)
• Eligible for benefits
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Overtime is paid at double-time and half (2 1/2) - (* this is subject to change)

CLALLAM COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Clallam County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Clallam County’s Human Resources, at [phone].