CJTC Certified Corrections Deputy

County of Thurston • Olympia, WA

17h

About The Position

Summary of Duties Those who have successfully passed the written and physical ability tests will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed All initial written and physical ability testing for entry-level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at www.publicsafetytesting.com for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations or call 1-866-447-3911. Applications are not accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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. Advises 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.

Requirements

• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Pursuant to RCW 41.14.100, must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or DACA recipient and be able to speak, read, and write the English language.
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment.
• Must hold or obtain valid Washington State Driver's license.
• Must meet Thurston County Civil Service Pre-Employment Screening Standards.
• Acceptable scores on Civil Service skills examinations.
• Current Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Corrections Deputy Certification.
• Must have been employed with a law enforcement agency in Washington State within the prior 12 months.
• Must meet the Sheriff's Office Employment Standards and be willing to submit to and pass a thorough background investigation to include a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation.
• Must meet the current physical standards adopted by the Sheriff's Office.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Advises 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.

Benefits

• Eligible for benefits. Please visit 2026 Benefit Plans | Thurston County for more details.
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Thurston 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED