Corrections Deputy

About the role

The Ingham County Sheriff’s Office is seeking men and women interested in a rewarding and benefit‑competitive career in criminal justice. As a Corrections Deputy you will perform a full range of assignments as part of a highly motivated, team‑oriented group of corrections professionals. The Ingham County Jail houses nearly 450 inmates in both direct and indirect supervision housing units. The office’s vision is to set the standard in corrections and law enforcement through leadership, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Service‑minded, team‑oriented applicants who embrace the values of honor, courage, commitment, professionalism, and accountability are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to assure that all inmates are accounted for and properly secured according to housing classification.
• Assist in meeting inmates’ personal needs, requests, and problems in a fair, humane manner following established policies.
• Monitor, control, and document the movement of all persons on and off the officer’s assigned duty station.
• Coordinate the movement and participation of inmates to and from various programs within the facility and maintain security of programming staff.
• Assist in maintaining records, gathering data, and preparing reports specific for grants, Justice Millage, and other correctional‑related needs.
• Maintain a chronological record of daily activity.
• Ensure all inmates receive meals, medication, mail, personal property (as allowed), and clean laundry as provided for in policies.
• Escort and search inmates as policies dictate.
• Maintain key control and inspect safety equipment daily.
• Write reports relating to inmate rule violations and other situations.
• Maintain competency in the use of security radios.
• Respond promptly to calls for back‑up from co‑workers.
• Administer first aid, CPR, and otherwise render aid for injuries and medical emergencies.
• Attend court on and off duty when required by a subpoena.
• Attend and participate in Sheriff’s Office authorized training, including the Corrections Academy if not certified prior to hiring.
• Work mandatory overtime when directed by a supervisor.
• Follow lawful orders from superior officers concerning all aspects of the Sheriff’s Office pertaining to assignments, duties, and tasks.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a United States Citizen.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license.
• Must pass a background investigation and clinical evaluations.
• Must have no prior felony convictions (including expunged convictions).
• Must not be color blind.
• Vision: uncorrected vision correctable to 20/20 in each eye with soft contact lenses, gas permeable lenses, and/or extended wear lenses; no greater than 20/40 vision in each eye correctable to 20/20 with glasses.
• Must be able to fulfill work that includes 12‑hour shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when called upon.
• Physical requirements: ability to sit, stand, walk, traverse, climb, balance, twist, bend, stoop/crouch, squat, kneel, crawl, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, handle, pinch, type, and endure repetitive movements of the wrists, hands, or fingers; regular stamina in these abilities; periodic heavy work exerting more than 50 pounds of force; close, medium, and far visual acuity as needed for tasks; ability to communicate and respond to inquiries in person and over the phone; ability to operate a PC/laptop and enter/retrieve information from a computer; ability to handle varying and often high levels of stress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is the minimum education requirement; college degree or course completion in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, or Corrections preferred.
• Michigan Corrections Academy certification preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting, and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding.
• Ability to work independently and use sound judgment in stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain custody and control of inmates in a firm but fair manner, emphasizing health, welfare, and safety.
• Proficiency with security radios, PC/laptop operation, and data entry/retrieval.
• Capability to handle high levels of stress while performing duties.

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