Corrections Deputy

WILLIAMS COUNTY • Williston, ND • 2d ago

Apply online atwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/williams

The Corrections Deputy maintains the safety and security of inmates and staff at the Williams County Correctional Center.

Examples of Duties

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Maintains the safety and security of the staff, inmates and correction facility; monitors behavior of inmates and promotes acceptable attitude and conduct

Maintains custody and control of inmates according to policies, procedures and regulations

Supervises inmate activities and maintains discipline; may physically restrain uncooperative or disruptive inmates and take steps to avert fights, assaults, riots, and escapes

Performs inspections of all jail areas ensuring they are safe, secure, sanitary and free of contraband; conducts random cell searches for contraband

Monitors inmates for rule violations and behavioral changes; maintains appropriate use-of-force continuum as needed for self-defense, defense of another, and to prevent escape

Operates building controls; properly times door openings and closings; monitors deputy locations

Communicates via intercom in a professional manner; maintains communication with Corporal and in-line with chain of command

Accounts for inmates under direct vision and supervision at all times; monitors corrections facility circuit video displays; supervises inmates in courtroom

Provides care for inmates; administers and dispenses medications; schedules medical, personal and other appointments; transports and arranges transport for appointments and visits outside of the facility

Conducts booking and release of inmates; performs clothed and unclothed searches, examines and tests inmates according to policies; collects and inventories property; completes electronic booking forms, index cards and other records

Interviews and classifies new inmates; assesses criminal history and capabilities and assigns cells; re-classifies and re-arranges housing as required by inmate behavior

Maintains inmate property, financial and corrections records

Updates and maintains a variety of files, records, event logs, charts and other documents; distributes appropriate records and prepares reports as required

Answers phones and relays messages

Assists other Sheriffs Office staff, County departments, and Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies as needed

Maintains the integrity, professionalism and ethical standards of the Sheriffs Office by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed

Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code

Typical Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalentANDone (1) year of satisfactory work experience;ORan equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Must possess a valid North Dakota Drivers License or equivalent

Must pass a thorough background investigation and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Must complete the Corrections Officer basic course within one (1) year of hire

Must be able to work in uniform during weekdays, weekends, and holidays on any assigned shift

Supplemental Information

Work is performed in a correctional facility environment that involves constant awareness and concentration of surrounding activities. Work occasionally involves personal danger and potential exposure to hazardous situations; the physical ability to subdue hostile individuals is required.

Compensation:Pay rate starts at $30.08/hour and is based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

Williams County provides generous benefits to full-time regular employees: paid sick and vacation leave, a

fully paidhealth/dental/vision benefit planfor employees and dependents, term life insurance of $25,000, 100% contribution toward retirement benefits through the ND Public Employees Retirement System, and 12 paid holidays each year.

To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website:www.williamsnd.com/departments/county-information/

To learn more about living and working in Williams County, visitwhereinwilliamscounty.com.

All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and reference review.

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