Corrections Deputy - Entry and Lateral

About the role

Join the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and become part of a dynamic team where your commitment to justice and community safety can make a real difference. As a Corrections Deputy, you will play a vital role in maintaining safety, security, and order within our facilities. This is an opportunity to serve with integrity, develop exceptional leadership skills, and be part of a dedicated team committed to public safety.

We offer comprehensive paid training, generous benefits and time off plans, and a clear path for career advancement for motivated individuals ready to take on this important responsibility. Corrections Deputies are required to be proficient with a side-arm, taser, and Oleoresin Capsicum, the use of emergency communication systems, the practical application of self-defense tactics, and unarmed physical control of adults in custody.

Once you have mastered the basic duties, there are many special assignments you may choose to join through a competitive process, including Classification, Close Street Supervision, Court Services, Transport Unit, Work Crew, Intelligence, and Life Safety. You may also join specialty teams such as the Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT), Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), Dive Team, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard, or Peer Support.

Responsibilities

• Book, interview, classify, and process adults in custody (AIC) into jail; conduct searches of AIC; release from custody and return property.
• Count, control, and monitor AIC movement and activity in housing units, modules, cells, and open dormitory settings; monitor suicidal AIC to determine if they require suicidal watch and provide counseling and coordination of medical services; conduct security and welfare checks and connect AIC with mental health services; search jail areas for contraband; secure and maintain evidence.
• Escort AIC to areas and events within the institution, court appearances, personal interviews, medical care, and other institutions; assemble and monitor AIC for transports to and from other counties, state facilities, extraditions, and others; supervise and monitor mealtimes and recreational activities; supervise AIC work crews; prepare daily work release logs and investigate and report violations.
• Control violent and/or mentally ill AIC; prepare daily count and AIC assignment sheets; document, record, and write reports on AIC behavior and other applicable information.
• Respond to backup calls for medical, AIC assaults, and other emergency situations; testify in court related to crimes committed in custody.
• Maintain security within the institution and oversee the health and safety of staff, AIC, and the public; control access and maintain inventory of keys; operate control rooms and panels; monitor and access security doors, gates, cameras, alarms, and video terminals; perform general facility maintenance.
• Assist AIC with information regarding personal records, accounts, grievances, social visits, and court proceedings; provide information and assistance regarding criminal cases to staff and the public; communicate and work with courts, records, medical staff, programs staff, other departments, and agencies.
• Hold, aim, and discharge firearm with sufficient accuracy to maintain minimum department qualifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

During the first 14 weeks of training, you will learn and be evaluated in the following specialized areas:

• Emergency response actions and public safety decision making.
• Module/Dorm management skills.
• Effective custodial supervision techniques.
• Crisis intervention and advanced communication strategies.

Pay

The average annual first-year income for Entry-Level MCSO Corrections Deputies for Fiscal Year 2026 is $119,906, which includes Premium Pay.

• Premium Pay Overtime: 1.5 times the employee's regular hourly rate.
• Double time: All authorized work performed on the second day following the normal work week shall be paid at the rate of 2 times the employee's regular hourly rate.
• Shift Differential:
  • 3% premium for all hours worked on shifts beginning between 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
  • 4% premium for hours worked on shifts beginning between 8:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m.
  • 5% premium for all employees assigned to work a relief shift.
• Uncontrolled Environment Training (UNET) Qualification Pay: 1.5% premium.
• Translator Pay: 3% premium.
• Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT)/Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT) pay: 6% premium.
• Dive Team Pay: 6% premium.
• Trainer Pay: 8% premium.
• Education Premium: This premium pay is not cumulative, and employees are eligible for one level only:
  • 1% premium for an associate degree (or equivalent hours: 90 quarter or 60 semester hours).
  • 3% premium for a bachelor’s degree.

Relocation Reimbursement: Candidates may be eligible for moving expenses reimbursed up to $2,500 with submission of expense receipts.

Incentives for Qualified Lateral Candidates: Lateral hires holding Intermediate DPSST Certification will be eligible for incentive pay of an additional 5%, and lateral hires holding Advanced DPSST Certification will be eligible for incentive pay of an additional 10%. Up to 10 years of prior corrections experience will be considered as “County service” for the purpose of vacation accrual and longevity.

Schedule

As a Corrections Deputy, you will be expected to work weekends, holidays, days, evenings, or nights as scheduled. Overtime may be required, and newly hired employees should expect to rotate through all shifts within the first year of employment. Corrections Deputies are scheduled to work 5 days per week, 8.00-hour shifts. Those assigned to special assignments typically work 4 days per week, 10.00-hour shifts.

Benefits

Corrections Deputies are represented by the Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA). Benefits include:

• Comprehensive paid training.
• Generous benefits and time off plans.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Interested applicants may visit Multnomah County’s Employee and Labor Relations website to review the Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association’s Collective Bargaining Agreement and New Employee Benefits.

Requirements

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required.

• A minimum of two years combined of full-time work/volunteer experience, military service, and/or education.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be a United States citizen or able to obtain citizenship to attend the academy.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license by time of appointment.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational, and employment history.

Preferred Qualifications

You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications to qualify, but we may consider them when identifying the most qualified candidates:

• Experience in public safety, social service, or security setting.
• Ability to think clearly and perform effectively in stressful or emergency situations.
• Good judgment, appropriate and responsible behavior, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Current certification as a State of Oregon DPSST Corrections Deputy.
• Experience in a command structure organization.
• College-level coursework from an accredited institution.

Transferable skills: Skills gained through education, work experience (including the military), or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.