Correctional Corporal Multiple Positions, Umatilla

State of Oregon•Umatilla, OR

4d•$6,414 - $8,122•Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment is for multiple permanent Correctional Corporal positions at the Two Rivers Correctional Institution (Umatilla), Oregon Department of Corrections. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants and may be used to fill future vacancies. A Job rotation may be offered at the discretion of the administration needs from the list of applicants. Lateral applicants will be reviewed and interviewed prior to promotional applications. Job rotation (WOC) will be at the administration discretion of the need of the agency.

Requirements

One year of experience in a correctional security setting where your primary duties were the care and custody of inmates.
Be able to obtain, within two weeks, an Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Correctional Certificate OR a Correctional Certificate from another government agency.
Possess a High School Diploma or GED certificate.
Be 21 years of age or older.
United States Citizen.
Ability to obtain a valid Oregon motor vehicle operator's license.
Pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Lateral applicant(s) will be reviewed and interviewed prior to promotional applications.
Job rotation (WOC) will be at the administration discretion of the need of the agency.

Responsibilities

Instructing, directing and overseeing activities of lower-level staff; providing on-the-job training to entry-level staff; evaluating performance and making reports.
Serving as relief officer for other security posts or shifts during periods of vacation or other absences, including shifts or posts held by higher level staff.
Driving vehicles to transport AICs or escort AICs off institution or facility grounds.
Ensuring security and safety of the institution by monitoring activity and movement of AICs within specified areas; staying alert to possible assaults, introduction of contraband, and escape attempts.
Intervening in, and controlling acts of negative behavior and violence; using physical force such as restraints, firearms, chemical weapons, or other devices as required.
Performing or directing frisk searches, strip searches, and security inspections of AICs; searching cells, buildings, adjacent areas, and AICs' personal property for weapons and contraband.
Monitoring electronic surveillance equipment (e.g., photosensitive perimeter equipment, metal detectors, hand scanners, x-ray equipment).
Examining incoming and outgoing mail for contraband.
Conducting AIC counts and reconciling count to ensure accuracy, completing AIC movement records to show current location of AICs.
Writing memos and incident or disciplinary reports; maintaining and updating list of AICs, visitors, and staff.
Evaluating potential problems and/or emergency situations and taking corrective action.
Responding to inquiries from the public regarding institution procedures and AIC status.
Abiding by, implementing and enforcing job-related rules, policies, procedures, and post orders in a manner which promotes efficient functioning.