Corrections Deputy - Entry Level and Lateral

Overview

Join the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and become part of a dynamic team where your commitment to justice, community safety, and equitable service can make a real difference. This role requires dedication to public safety, strong communication, and a passion for helping others.

• Book, interview, classify, and process adults in custody (AIC) into the facility; conduct searches of AIC.
• Release AIC from custody and return personal property.
• Count, control, and monitor AIC movement and activity in housing units, modules, cells, and open dormitory settings.
• Monitor suicidal AIC and provide counseling and coordination of medical services.
• Conduct security and welfare checks and link AIC with mental‑health services.
• Search jail areas for contraband and secure evidence.
• Escort AIC to events, court appearances, medical care, and other institutions.
• Assemble and monitor AIC for transports to and from other counties, state facilities, extraditions, and other locations.
• Supervise and monitor mealtimes, recreational activities, and work crews.
• Prepare daily work‑release logs, investigate violations, and document AIC behavior.
• Control violent or mentally ill AIC and prepare daily count and assignment sheets.
• Respond to backup calls for medical, assault, and other emergency situations; testify in court related to crimes committed in custody.
• Maintain security within the institution, oversee staff and public health and safety, manage keys, control rooms, panels, cameras, alarms, and video terminals.
• Assist AIC with personal records, accounts, grievances, social visits, and court proceedings; provide information and assistance regarding criminal cases to staff and the public.
• Communicate and coordinate with courts, records departments, medical staff, program staff, and other agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of two years of combined full‑time work, volunteer experience, military service, or education.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Age 21 or older.
• U.S. citizen or eligible for citizenship.
• Valid driver’s license by appointment.
• Pass a thorough background investigation covering criminal, civil, driving, military, educational, and employment history.

• Experience in public safety, social service, or security settings.
• Current certification as an Oregon DPSST Corrections Officer.
• Experience in a command structure organization.
• College‑level coursework from an accredited institution.

Multnomah County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including VEVRAA. Veterans’ preference and disability accommodations are available under the Americans with Disabilities Act.