Washington State Certified Lateral Corrections Deputy

County of Thurston•Tumwater, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves receiving, searching, booking, fingerprinting, and photographing incoming prisoners. The role includes issuing jail uniforms, managing personal effects, and housing inmates according to classification. Maintaining jail security through observation, searches, and ensuring inmate welfare are key responsibilities. The Deputy will also prepare and transport prisoners to various locations, including court and medical facilities, and process their release according to established procedures. Duties extend to writing reports, maintaining files, screening visitors, processing inmate property, assigning trustee work, distributing meals, and monitoring surveillance equipment. The position requires responding to emergencies, attending training, and applying job-related knowledge and skills. Communication via telephone and maintaining logs and rosters are also part of the role.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient
No felony convictions or series of offenses of a minor nature which would lend themselves to establish a pattern of criminal behavior, nor any criminal instances concerning moral turpitude
Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment
Must hold or obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License
Ability to read, write and speak the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100
Must have a valid Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Corrections Officer Academy certification, a valid Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission Corrections Officer equivalency certification, or an equivalent valid corrections certification from a recognized and accredited Washington State academy and have the ability to obtain an equivalency certification within the first twelve (12) months of employment by meeting the standards of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission.
Have successfully completed the testing process and been hired by another jurisdiction from a civil service commission certified eligibility list or other like process.
Have at least 12-months continuous work experience and successfully completed any probationary period as a full-time, paid, Corrections Deputy with general corrections experience.
From the most recent corrections agency, must have no more than a 12-month break in service.
Pass an oral board to assess knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must meet Thurston County Civil Service Pre-Employment Screening Standards.
Must meet the Sheriff's Office Employment Standards.
Must pass a background investigation by the Sheriff's Office, as well as a medical and psychological examination, and polygraph test.

Nice To Haves

Copy of current and valid Corrections Officer certification from a recognized and accredited Washington State Academy must be attached to be considered.

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, log book entries, and unit rosters.
Performs related work as required.