Corrections Deputy

A Corrections Deputy is primarily concerned with the supervision and safety of inmates within the jail. A Corrections Deputy is responsible for everything which occurs in the jail during his/her tour of duty and will adhere to the policies and procedures of the jail to maintain security while ensuring a safe living environment for inmates.

·         Receives and processes all new inmates transferred to the jail.

·         Maintains jail records during his/her shift.

·         Conducts a head count at the start and end of his/her shift and records it.

·         Makes periodic checks of all inmates.

·         Reports any damage of jail property to the Supervisor.

·         Fills out and delivers all incident reports and grievances to the warden.

·         Reviews the jail log to update the jail activities.

·         Conducts shakedown inspections as needed.

·         Supervise the feeding of inmates.

·         Supervise the cleaning of all areas of the jail.

·         Confirms that inmates have the basics to practice personal hygiene.

·         Supervise the taking of medication by inmates as provided by the medical personnel.

·         Search all inmates coming to and leaving the jail.

·         Supervise trustees.

·         Advise the shift supervisor of any inmate security and discipline problems.

·         Controls all public access into the jail.

·         Controls all inmate movement within the security area of the jail.

·         Keeps in communication with other Correctional Officer.

·         Controls and monitors all emergency alert systems

·         Controls the jail locking system.

·         Performs all other duties as assigned by the warden, associate and assistant warden’s. 

Requirements:

- High school diploma from an accredited school or GED equivalent.

- Must be a U.S. citizen.

- Be at least 18 years of age.

- Able to work rotating 12-hour shift assignments, including holidays, weekends, and declared state of emergency events.

- Must pass a thorough background screening, polygraph examination, and drug screen.