IntroductionEmployees of the Lewis County Sheriff's Office hold positions of high public trust. It is imperative that all employees conduct themselves both on and off‑duty in a manner that does not bring disrepute on this Office, or the professional image of law enforcement.Core Values of the OrganizationThe Lewis County Sheriff's Office subscribes to a set of core values that guide our mission, ethics, policies, procedures, and practices. These values are embedded in the Office's Mission Statement and Code of Ethics and inform how we serve the community.Job SummaryThe Corrections Deputy performs work under supervision in the Lewis County Jail, involving booking, custody, and release of inmates in accordance with law enforcement rules and regulations. The position reports to a Corrections Sergeant. Work hours are variable.Work ConditionsMust be able to effectively, efficiently, and safely work in the following environments:24‑hour, seven‑day operation with possible rotating shift schedules, including day/night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.Variety of weather conditions and extended periods in an enclosed and locked environment.Emergency situations that may be physically demanding for long periods; participate in administering emergency medical aid, evacuations, and rescue of individuals from harm in potentially dangerous situations.Hazardous conditions requiring protective masks and/or eye protection for extended periods.Situations where the employee may be exposed to temptations of favoritism, corruption, or unlawful monetary gain and must exhibit honesty, reliability, and integrity.Exposure to blood, body fluids, or other potentially infectious materials and hazardous substances.Incidents that may be graphic and/or grossly offensive to human senses.Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduate or GED.United States citizen.No felony convictions or series of minor offenses that establish a pattern of criminal behavior or involve moral turpitude.Minimum age of 19 years at time of appointment.Must hold or obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License.Acceptable score on a knowledge, skills, and abilities examination.Must pass a background investigation, medical and psychological examination, drug screening, and polygraph test.Good health.Must meet and maintain the current physical requirements for the position.Must satisfactorily complete the Washington State Criminal Justice Corrections Officers Academy within six months of employment.Must read, write, and speak English proficiently.Essential Performance ExpectationsMaintain regular and predictable attendance.Give a full day's work for a full day's pay.Comply in letter and spirit with the Mission, Oath of Office, Ethical Values, directives, policies, procedures, customs, and practices.Be mentally and physically fit and prepared for work.Learn the job; stay updated on case law, threats, trends, and changes in the law enforcement profession.Adjust to change in a positive manner.Respond professionally and positively to management's directives.Use work time productively, efficiently, and safely.Maintain the trust, faith, and confidence of the Sheriff and be loyal to the lawful interests of the organization.Maintain harmonious working relationships with other personnel, agencies, and community partners.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform the following work with minimal supervision:Maintain performance standards in non‑scheduled absenteeism, compliance with directives, and work productivity.Receive, search, book, fingerprint, and photograph incoming prisoners; issue jail uniforms; record and store personal effects; house inmates by appropriate classification.Maintain jail security through observation of inmates, pat searches, strip searches, and cell searches; maintain orderly conduct and discipline.Ensure inmates have access to basic needs for hygiene and welfare.Prepare and deliver prisoners to court, doctors' offices, hospitals, and other locations.Transfer prisoners to and from jail and court.Release prisoners by established procedures on bail, court order, or other authority.Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance.Testify in court.Screen and process visitors and personal property brought to inmates and released to inmates.Assign and direct work of trustees and distribute meals to inmates; ensure utensils and trays are removed from cells after meals.Advise supervisor when medical attention appears necessary and maintain prisoners' physical safety.Monitor video and audio surveillance equipment and other job‑related equipment.Receive incoming telephone calls to the bureau and relay them appropriately.Communicate effectively; attend training and shift meetings; apply job‑related knowledge, skills, and abilities on duty.Respond to and assist with major or minor disturbances, medical crisis situations, escapes, fire, and other natural disasters.Prepare reports, memos, and logbook entries, both handwritten, typed, and computer terminal entries.Maintain secure and smooth operations of the jail; be prepared to secure the facility in emergency situations.Maintain personal control of issued agency equipment.Perform related work as required.Check voicemail, Spillman activity log, mailbox, message center, and email at the beginning of shift and as needed thereafter.Requisition equipment and supplies as needed.Relieve the next in command in their absence.Confirm in‑county and out‑of‑county warrants; serve warrants on wanted individuals.Regularly log into and respond to inmate requests on automated systems.Perform duties and other work as required.Requisite Job KnowledgeInmate civil rights.Criminal statutes, constitutional and civil laws.Policies and procedures manuals for the Sheriff's Office and the Corrections Bureau.Basic first aid and CPR principles and skills.Public information laws.The effect of cultural and socio‑economic differences on the relationship with law enforcement agencies.Requisite General AbilitiesMake decisions aligned with the agency mission, goals, and directives.Analyze situations quickly and objectively, recognizing actual and potential dangers and determining a proper course of action.Communicate effectively and coherently over law enforcement radio channels and initiate/respond to radio communications.Compose and complete incident reports, organizing details logically.Cope with situations firmly, tactfully, and with respect to individual rights.Speak and write with clarity.Communicate effectively with diverse groups, including people with social and behavioral problems, and the handicapped, disabled, and disadvantaged.Establish and maintain effective relations with fellow employees and citizens from all racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.Observe and remember detail.Maintain confidentiality; exercise caution to preserve privacy laws and confidentiality in investigations.Effectively multi‑task and delegate duties for efficient service.Requisite Psychological/Mental AbilitiesExercise emotional stability, self‑assurance, and a high degree of initiative and good judgment.Exercise independent judgment in determining reasonable suspicion, probable cause, and use of force.Endure verbal and mental abuse from hostile inmates and others in an antagonistic environment.Remain constantly alert and observant throughout the shift.Read and comprehend legal and non‑legal documents, including warrants, protection orders and other court paperwork.Requisite Physical AbilitiesSee, hear, feel, smell, touch, speak, and move about (with or without corrective devices) to perform duties.Climb several flights of stairs; move quickly with force to restrain suspects; restrain and subdue heavy inmates; control and handcuff non‑cooperative inmates.Pursue fleeing inmates and perform operations that may involve quickly entering/exiting law enforcement vehicles; lift, carry, and drag heavy objects; climb over obstacles; jump down from elevated surfaces; climb through openings; jump over obstacles, ditches and streams; crawl in confined areas; balance on uneven or narrow surfaces; and use body force to gain entrance through barriers.Load, unload, aim, and fire from a variety of body positions with handguns, shotguns, and other agency firearms under conditions of stress that justify the use of deadly force.Drive motor vehicles safely.Perform searches of people, vehicles, buildings, and inmate living areas, which may involve feeling and detecting objects, walking for long periods, and detaining people.This job description should not be interpreted as all‑inclusive. It identifies essential functions, major duties, requisite knowledge, abilities, work conditions, and requirements. Employees may be requested to perform tasks other than those listed. Essential functions will be evaluated for reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act.#J-18808-Ljbffr
IntroductionEmployees of the Lewis County Sheriff's Office hold positions of high public trust. It is imperative that all employees conduct themselves both on and off‑duty in a manner that does not bring disrepute on this Office, or the professional image of law enforcement.Core Values of the OrganizationThe Lewis County Sheriff's Office subscribes to a set of core values that guide our mission, ethics, policies, procedures, and practices. These values are embedded in the Office's Mission Statement and Code of Ethics and inform how we serve the community.Job SummaryThe Corrections Deputy performs work under supervision in the Lewis County Jail, involving booking, custody, and release of inmates in accordance with law enforcement rules and regulations. The position reports to a Corrections Sergeant. Work hours are variable.Work ConditionsMust be able to effectively, efficiently, and safely work in the following environments:24‑hour, seven‑day operation with possible rotating shift schedules, including day/night shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.Variety of weather conditions and extended periods in an enclosed and locked environment.Emergency situations that may be physically demanding for long periods; participate in administering emergency medical aid, evacuations, and rescue of individuals from harm in potentially dangerous situations.Hazardous conditions requiring protective masks and/or eye protection for extended periods.Situations where the employee may be exposed to temptations of favoritism, corruption, or unlawful monetary gain and must exhibit honesty, reliability, and integrity.Exposure to blood, body fluids, or other potentially infectious materials and hazardous substances.Incidents that may be graphic and/or grossly offensive to human senses.Minimum QualificationsHigh school graduate or GED.United States citizen.No felony convictions or series of minor offenses that establish a pattern of criminal behavior or involve moral turpitude.Minimum age of 19 years at time of appointment.Must hold or obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License.Acceptable score on a knowledge, skills, and abilities examination.Must pass a background investigation, medical and psychological examination, drug screening, and polygraph test.Good health.Must meet and maintain the current physical requirements for the position.Must satisfactorily complete the Washington State Criminal Justice Corrections Officers Academy within six months of employment.Must read, write, and speak English proficiently.Essential Performance ExpectationsMaintain regular and predictable attendance.Give a full day's work for a full day's pay.Comply in letter and spirit with the Mission, Oath of Office, Ethical Values, directives, policies, procedures, customs, and practices.Be mentally and physically fit and prepared for work.Learn the job; stay updated on case law, threats, trends, and changes in the law enforcement profession.Adjust to change in a positive manner.Respond professionally and positively to management's directives.Use work time productively, efficiently, and safely.Maintain the trust, faith, and confidence of the Sheriff and be loyal to the lawful interests of the organization.Maintain harmonious working relationships with other personnel, agencies, and community partners.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform the following work with minimal supervision:Maintain performance standards in non‑scheduled absenteeism, compliance with directives, and work productivity.Receive, search, book, fingerprint, and photograph incoming prisoners; issue jail uniforms; record and store personal effects; house inmates by appropriate classification.Maintain jail security through observation of inmates, pat searches, strip searches, and cell searches; maintain orderly conduct and discipline.Ensure inmates have access to basic needs for hygiene and welfare.Prepare and deliver prisoners to court, doctors' offices, hospitals, and other locations.Transfer prisoners to and from jail and court.Release prisoners by established procedures on bail, court order, or other authority.Maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance.Testify in court.Screen and process visitors and personal property brought to inmates and released to inmates.Assign and direct work of trustees and distribute meals to inmates; ensure utensils and trays are removed from cells after meals.Advise supervisor when medical attention appears necessary and maintain prisoners' physical safety.Monitor video and audio surveillance equipment and other job‑related equipment.Receive incoming telephone calls to the bureau and relay them appropriately.Communicate effectively; attend training and shift meetings; apply job‑related knowledge, skills, and abilities on duty.Respond to and assist with major or minor disturbances, medical crisis situations, escapes, fire, and other natural disasters.Prepare reports, memos, and logbook entries, both handwritten, typed, and computer terminal entries.Maintain secure and smooth operations of the jail; be prepared to secure the facility in emergency situations.Maintain personal control of issued agency equipment.Perform related work as required.Check voicemail, Spillman activity log, mailbox, message center, and email at the beginning of shift and as needed thereafter.Requisition equipment and supplies as needed.Relieve the next in command in their absence.Confirm in‑county and out‑of‑county warrants; serve warrants on wanted individuals.Regularly log into and respond to inmate requests on automated systems.Perform duties and other work as required.Requisite Job KnowledgeInmate civil rights.Criminal statutes, constitutional and civil laws.Policies and procedures manuals for the Sheriff's Office and the Corrections Bureau.Basic first aid and CPR principles and skills.Public information laws.The effect of cultural and socio‑economic differences on the relationship with law enforcement agencies.Requisite General AbilitiesMake decisions aligned with the agency mission, goals, and directives.Analyze situations quickly and objectively, recognizing actual and potential dangers and determining a proper course of action.Communicate effectively and coherently over law enforcement radio channels and initiate/respond to radio communications.Compose and complete incident reports, organizing details logically.Cope with situations firmly, tactfully, and with respect to individual rights.Speak and write with clarity.Communicate effectively with diverse groups, including people with social and behavioral problems, and the handicapped, disabled, and disadvantaged.Establish and maintain effective relations with fellow employees and citizens from all racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds.Observe and remember detail.Maintain confidentiality; exercise caution to preserve privacy laws and confidentiality in investigations.Effectively multi‑task and delegate duties for efficient service.Requisite Psychological/Mental AbilitiesExercise emotional stability, self‑assurance, and a high degree of initiative and good judgment.Exercise independent judgment in determining reasonable suspicion, probable cause, and use of force.Endure verbal and mental abuse from hostile inmates and others in an antagonistic environment.Remain constantly alert and observant throughout the shift.Read and comprehend legal and non‑legal documents, including warrants, protection orders and other court paperwork.Requisite Physical AbilitiesSee, hear, feel, smell, touch, speak, and move about (with or without corrective devices) to perform duties.Climb several flights of stairs; move quickly with force to restrain suspects; restrain and subdue heavy inmates; control and handcuff non‑cooperative inmates.Pursue fleeing inmates and perform operations that may involve quickly entering/exiting law enforcement vehicles; lift, carry, and drag heavy objects; climb over obstacles; jump down from elevated surfaces; climb through openings; jump over obstacles, ditches and streams; crawl in confined areas; balance on uneven or narrow surfaces; and use body force to gain entrance through barriers.Load, unload, aim, and fire from a variety of body positions with handguns, shotguns, and other agency firearms under conditions of stress that justify the use of deadly force.Drive motor vehicles safely.Perform searches of people, vehicles, buildings, and inmate living areas, which may involve feeling and detecting objects, walking for long periods, and detaining people.This job description should not be interpreted as all‑inclusive. It identifies essential functions, major duties, requisite knowledge, abilities, work conditions, and requirements. Employees may be requested to perform tasks other than those listed. Essential functions will be evaluated for reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act.#J-18808-Ljbffr
