Corrections Deputy

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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Supervises the feeding of inmates.
• Supervises the cleaning of all areas of the jail.
• Confirms that inmates have the basics to practice personal hygiene.
• Supervises the taking of medication by inmates as provided by the medical personnel.
• Searches all inmates coming to and leaving the jail.
• Supervises trustees.
• Advises 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.