Corrections Deputy; Entry Level and Lateral

The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office offers challenging and exciting careers for Corrections Officers. When you become part of the team, you are welcomed into our close-knit family. Whatcom County Corrections Deputies perform tasks related to the operations of a 24‑hour, 7‑day‑a‑week maximum- and minimum‑security jail and other assigned facilities.

• Receiving, booking, maintaining custody of, escorting, transporting, caring for, monitoring, overseeing, and releasing inmates.
• Maintaining facility security and coordinating work crew activities.
• Complies with strict legal standards and requirements, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Assesses and responds appropriately to emergency situations.

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• College-level coursework in the area of corrections, law enforcement, law and justice, police science or social services is desired, but not required.

• Been employed for at least 2 years within Washington State or another state, territory or commonwealth of the United states as a full-time Corrections Deputy with general corrections experience.
• Passed a probationary period with a previous law enforcement employer.
• No more than a 24‑month break in service since the most recent law enforcement employer.
• Completion of the WSCJTC Basic Corrections Academy or WSCJTC‑recognized equivalency academy.

• Be a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident.
• Able to read and write the English language.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a driver's license and a driving record that meets County standards.

• Written Test - administered through Public Safety Testing.
• Physical Agility Test - administered through Public Safety Testing.
• Polygraph Test.
• Law Enforcement Background Check.
• Physical Examination.
• Psychological Examination.