Corrections Deputy

Madras Oregon, OR
Jefferson County Sheriff

Salary: $64,980.70 – $92,280.24 Annually

Position Summary:

A Corrections Deputy is a sworn police officer as defined by ORS and the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, performing related work as required. Provides supervision and enforces rules to the inmates in the jail, work center, work release, work crew and courthouse security necessary to maintain order. Participates in the daily operation of the facilities by ensuring the safety and security of the inmates, staff and the public. Processes inmates in and out of the facility; completes and processes reports and other paperwork; communicates with law enforcement staff, inmates and the public.

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to demonstrate the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office mission statement; “Safeguard all people and their property, serving all equally, with empathy, dignity, and respect.”
  • Possess excellent interpersonal and communicative skills, work within, and maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with other Sheriff Department employees.
  • Meet Performance Measures established by the Sheriff.
  • Maintains order, discipline and security of inmates in the County Jail.
  • Conducts searches of inmates of the same gender, issues clothing and bedding, assigns inmates to cells and orients inmates to jail routine.
  • Books and releases, fingerprints, and photographs inmates.
  • Oversees the serving of meals, cleaning details and conducts clothing and bedding exchange.
  • Possess excellent verbal, written and arithmetic skills necessary to effectively and efficiently complete required report writing and deliver accurate testimony in a cogent fashion.
  • Uses electronic equipment, keys, inventories equipment and supplies, conduct perimeter checks and other work activities as specified in Jail Operations and Procedures Manual.
  • Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
  • Renders first aid to inmates and summons medical help or arranges for transfer to hospital, when necessary.
  • Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Requirements:

  • Minimum High School Diploma (Associate or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or similar discipline preferred) and demonstrate considerable reasoning skill.
  • A valid Oregon driver’s license.
  • Must possess or be able to acquire within twelve (12) months of initial appointment, a Basic Corrections DPSST certification. Corrections Certified Preferred.
  • Must be free from the conviction of a crime other than a minor traffic violation.
  • Dishonorable or undesirable discharge from the military is cause for disqualification.
  • Must pass a thorough background check.
  • Must be at least 21 years old.