Corrections Deputy - Certified Only

Box Elder County•Brigham City, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Box Elder County’s Sheriff’s Office is hiring a full-time Corrections Officer to guard inmates in the County Jail in accordance with established policies, regulations, and statutes, and to assume responsibility for the needs of inmates in custody. The position performs the duties of Corrections I and II and works under the general supervision of the Shift Supervisor. The role also includes processing juveniles transported to the Jail and monitoring them in Short Term Detention and the Box Elder Juvenile Detention Cell. The position requires Utah P.O.S.T. Special Function and Basic Correctional Officer certifications, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid Utah driver’s license. Applicants must be at least 21, have no criminal history or arrest record other than minor traffic matters, and have no record of alcohol or drug use. Proof of certification is required to receive an interview. The employee must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays and participate in physical testing twice a year. Base pay is $31.38 per hour, and lateral pay applies. The position remains open until Friday, November 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Graduation from Utah State POST with Special Function Certification and Basic Correctional Officer Certification; proof of certification is required to receive an interview.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid Utah driver’s license.
No criminal history or record of arrests, except minor traffic matters, and no record of alcohol or drug use.
Good communication skills and working knowledge of English.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships; observe, record, and respond to situations quickly and calmly; act impartially; restrain physically violent inmates; and respond under stress.
Knowledge of basic psychology and sociology as they relate to inmate detention, elementary first aid, search and seizure, and federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to jail activities.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and participate in physical testing held twice a year, consisting of an obstacle course or standard testing using Utah POST Exit Standards as a guideline.
Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Observe inmate conduct and behavior to prevent disturbances and escapes; search inmates and cells for contraband; guard and direct inmates during work assignments; patrol assigned areas; and report observations to a superior.
Inspect locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates for tampering, and use weapons or force when necessary to maintain discipline and order.
Guard inmates during transportation between the jail, courtroom, prison, or other locations, using an automobile or public transportation as required.
Search inmates before placing them in cells, secure their valuables or drugs, and follow established procedures for handling those items.
Order and serve meals to inmates and provide or obtain medical aid when needed.
Prepare arrest records, including fingerprinting and mug shot photography, and question inmates to obtain information when appropriate.
Supervise inmate workers and work details inside and outside the jail, including cleaning, laundry, yard work, mowing, weeding, and watering.
Book and process juveniles transported to the Jail and monitor juveniles in Short Term Detention and the Box Elder Juvenile Detention Cell.
Subdue unruly persons or prisoners using arrest-control tactics.
Perform related duties as required.