Corrections Deputy - Entry Level and Lateral
hace 21 horas
Portland
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $41.77 - $52.88 Hourly Department: Sheriff Job Type: Regular Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): The Opportunity: 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. To learn more about our agency, please watch our video: Join Our Team Meet our Corrections staff and learn more about the position by attending a virtual information session: Corrections Deputy virtual information sessions As a Multnomah County Corrections Deputy, you will play a vital role in maintaining safety, security, and order within our facilities. This is more than just a job; it 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 of a Corrections Deputy, there are many special assignments you may choose to join through a competitive process. They include 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 Peer Support . The average annual first year income for Entry-Level MCSO Corrections Deputies for Fiscal Year 2026: The average annual income includes 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 for at the rate of 2 times the employee's regular hourly rate. Shift Differential: 3% premium to employees for all hours worked on shifts beginning between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. 4% premium to employees 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 as 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. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: 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 advance communication strategies . Incentives for qualified 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 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. Eligibility for the COD program cannot be determined until after hire; candidates will be required to submit certification and training documentation to determine COD eligibility immediately after hire. All lateral candidates must successfully complete a field training evaluation program (FTEP) and a 12-month probationary period. Incentives will be paid out once certification status is finalized and as noted below. 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. Up to 10 years of prior corrections experience will be considered as "County service" for the purpose of longevity . 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. Correction Deputies are scheduled to work 5 days per week, 8.00-hour shifts. Correction Deputies assigned to special assignments typically work 4 days per week, 10.00-hour shifts. Corrections Deputies are represented by the Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA). 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: Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association Collective Bargaining Agreement New Employee Benefits We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: 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/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify, however, we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills. Experience in public safety, social service, or security setting. Ability to think clearly and perform effectively in stressful or emergency situations. Possess good judgment, act appropriately and responsibly and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Current certification as a State of Oregon DPSST Corrections Deputy. Experience in a command structure organization. College level course work from an accredited institution.? *Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have 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. SCREENING AND EVALUATION: The Application Packet: A completed online Workday application with Multnomah County Sheriff's Office. Responses to all electronic questionnaires sent to you after submitting your application. Oregon Public Employment Preference: if you are interested in requesting hiring and promotional preference for Veterans and State Servicemembers (previously known as veterans' preference), please be prepared to submit your DD214/NGB form 22 and veteran disability verification forms electronically when specifically requested during the online application process. The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review The Selection Process page. Candidates will be evaluated for this recruitment as follows: Initial review of minimum qualifications. Virtual Personal History Questionnaire. Including records check and may require a phone interview with a background investigator. Virtual Suitability exam. REACT Exam administered by National Testing Network (NTN). Multnomah County Sheriff's Office will pay the transfer fee for any candidate who has a valid existing score with NTN or will pay half of the fee associated with taking the REACT exam. As of May 1, 2025, the associated fee of the REACT exam is $41.00. The candidate will be responsible for paying $20.50. A score of 70% or higher on the REACT exam is required to advance to the next step. Upon completion of the REACT exam, scores are automatically forwarded to Multnomah County Sheriff's Office. The REACT exam consists of four sections: 1) Video Situational Judgement Test, 2) Count Test, 3) Reading Test, 4) Incident Observation and Report Writing Test. The Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA) is not required for our agency. Background Investigation to include, but not limited to the following: Verification of qualifying credentials. Criminal history review. Verification of personal and professional references. Education verification. Employment history verification. If available, a review and assessment of relevant national and/or state decertification records. Hiring Interview. Jail Tour at Multnomah County Detention Center (MCDC). All hire offers are contingent upon successful completion of the following: Psychological evaluation. Physical exam. Drug screen. The following elements of a candidate's background, if disclosed as the result of interview, investigation and/or self-disclosure, will automatically result in a termination of the selection process: As an adult, being convicted of a felony crime. Conviction of a Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) within the last five years, or two DUII incidents within the last ten years. Present inability to legally drive in the State of Oregon. Dishonorable discharge from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. Recent (within five (5) years of application) or ongoing affiliation with, and/or support of an organization or group, which advocates the violent overthrow of the United States Government. As an adult, selling, producing or financing the production or sale of illegal controlled substances. Discharge from another law enforcement or corrections agency for cause that would be basis for discharge from the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office. Evidence that the applicant has willfully provided false or misleading information during the application process, in the online application or Personal History Statement, or has attempted to gain unfair advantage during any phase of the testing or application process. Inability to be certified by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training.? Failure to meet minimum educational/training requirements. The following factors, or any combination, may serve as a basis for termination of the selection process: Backgrounded by the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office within the last year with a recommendation not to hire. As an adult, confinement in a correctional institution resulting from convictions totaling more than six (6) months. Unfavorable recommendation(s) on the part of references or past or present employers. In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials. Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions? Recruiter: TINA QUINTAL Email: tina.quintal@mcso.us Phone: +1 (503) 7933521 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Job Profile: 2029 - Corrections Deputy
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