Corrections Deputy - Entry Level and Lateral

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

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. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to serving the community, passionate about helping others, and inspired by a strong sense of purpose. MCSO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and investing in professional development opportunities throughout your career.

Corrections Deputies are required to become proficient in the use of side-arms, chemical agents, and other riot control weapons, in addition to the use of emergency communication systems, the practical application of self-defense tactics, and the unarmed physical control of adults in custody. Corrections Deputies must possess good judgment, act appropriately and responsibly, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Once you have mastered the basic duties of a Corrections Deputy, there are many special assignments available throughout the agency, including assignments in Classification, Close Street Supervision, Court Services, Transport Unit, Work Crew, Intelligence, and Life Safety. You may also choose to join a specialty team, such as the Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT), Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), Dive Team, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard, or the Corrections Critical Incident Response Team.

Pay

The average annual first-year income for Entry-Level MCSO Corrections Deputies for Fiscal Year 2024 is $104,710.77, including 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 the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
  • 4% premium for hours worked on shifts beginning between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m.
  • 5% premium for all employees who are 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 college coursework: 90 quarter hours 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.

Schedule

As a Corrections Deputy with our agency, 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.
• Corrections Deputies assigned to special assignments typically work 4 days per week, 10.00-hour shifts.

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.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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 the 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, however, we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates:

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

Incentives for Lateral Candidates

The intent of the lateral incentive program is to hire candidates who do not need to complete the Department of Public Safety Standards & Training (DPSST) Basic Academy. Candidates either need to be certified in Oregon at the time of hire, or out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain certification through the DPSST Career Officer Development (COD) program to qualify for the lateral incentive package.

• Lateral candidates do not have to attend the Basic Academy.
• Lateral hires holding Intermediate DPSST Certification will be eligible for incentive pay of an additional 5%.
• 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 “continuous service” for the purpose of vacation accrual.

Benefits

Corrections Deputies are represented by the Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA). For more information, visit the following links:

• Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association Collective Bargaining Agreement
• New Employee Benefits