Corrections Lieutenant

St. Helens, OR
Columbia County Sheriff

Position Summary:

Responsible for planning, organizing supervising and directing the activities of the Jail for Columbia County. Perform all operations of the jail in the receipt, booking, custody and care of inmate under jurisdiction of the Sheriff in accordance with established directives, policies, procedures, and State and Federal law. Ensure the fair and reasonable treatment of inmates and maintenance of proper discipline. Do related work as required.

Essential Functions:

  • Plan, direct and review correctional programs including administration, security, maintenance and food service programs. Formulate, administer and evaluate department policies and procedures. Review compliance with proper inmate care and custody guidelines to ensure civil rights of inmates.
  • Develop liaison with federal, state and municipal law enforcement agencies, correctional institutions and courts regarding the custody, care and transportation of inmates.
  • Direct correctional facility admission and release operations. Ensure compliance with the directive of the courts regarding custody, care and disposition of inmates. Consult with judges, attorneys, physicians and social workers regarding the custody and care of inmates.
  • Prepare and coordinate the process for requests for proposals and bids for contract services in the corrections program.
  • Monitor and oversee performance of contractors including compliance with contract terms.
  • Supervise the preparation and maintenance of complex and detailed records and reports for the correctional program.
  • Coordinate the training program for department employees.
  • Formulate and present departmental budget for review by Sheriff and Board of County Commissioners.
  • Monitor and manage fiscal operations of the Department to remain within budgetary constraints.
  • Perform all functions of a Corrections Deputy when needed or appropriate.
  • Establish effective working relationships and confer with community members and the general public and assist them in understanding and interpretation of corrections issues. Respond to and be a liaison for resolving questions, concerns and complaints regarding the department’s activities.

Requirements:

  • Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • At least five years’ progressively responsible experience in law enforcement, with some supervisory experience. Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be accepted.
  • Possession of the Basic Certificate from the Department of Police Standards and Training.
  • Possession of or ability to obtain the DPSST management certificate within two years of hire.
  • Possession of a current first aid/CPR card. Possession of an appropriate Oregon motor vehicle operator’s license and must be insurable under the County’s liability coverage.
  • Must be 21 years of age and be a citizen of the United States.
  • Must be free of criminal convictions which would affect DPSST certification or which would violate any other County policy.