Corrections Deputy - Lateral

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$36.34 - $46.00 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:

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office has partnered with National Testing Network (NTN) to administer the REACT exam for the position of Corrections Deputy - Lateral. Multnomah County Sheriff's Office will pay the transfer fee for any candidate who has an existing score with NTN or will pay half of the fee associated with taking the REACT exam. Please review the SCREENING AND EVALUATION SECTION to identify the hiring requirements as part of the application process and instructions on how to sign up for the REACT exam.

OVERVIEW:

At Multnomah County Sheriff's Office (MCSO), we are dedicated to fostering an environment of safety, trust, and belonging for our employees and the diverse community that we serve. MCSO values the importance of serving all people with dignity and respect in order to support a safe and thriving community for everyone. If you are dedicated to equitable justice for all, have strong communication and conflict resolutions skills, are dependable, resourceful, and believe in providing unwavering compassion through exemplary public safety service, we invite you to join our team and begin or continue your public safety career with the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office.

To learn more about our agency, please watch our video: Join Our Team

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 inmates. 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, the Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), Honor Guard or the Corrections Critical Incident Response Team.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Book, interview, classify and process inmates into jail; conduct searches of inmates; release from custody and return property.

• Count, control and monitor inmate movement and activity in housing units, modules, cells and open dormitory settings; monitor suicidal inmates to determine if they require suicidal watch and provide counseling and coordination of medical services; conduct security and welfare checks and connect inmates with mental health services; search jail areas for contraband; secure and maintain evidence.

• Escort inmates to areas and events within the institution, court appearances, personal interviews, medical care and other institutions; assemble and monitor inmates for transports to and from other counties, state facilities, extraditions and others; supervise and monitor mealtimes and recreational activities; supervise inmate work crews; prepare daily work release logs and investigate and report violations.

• Control violent and/or mentally ill inmates; prepare daily count and inmate assignment sheets; document, record and write reports on inmate behavior and other applicable information.

• Respond to backup calls for medical, inmate 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, inmates, 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 inmates 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.

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. 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.

• In compliance with the state Equity Law, the Sheriff may appoint lateral hires at a pay step commensurate to prior experience, up to Top Step 6. Pay is determined by agency size, specialized training, specialty assignments, supervisory experience, and other job-related factors.

• Lateral candidates do not have to attend the Basic Academy.

• Lateral candidates are eligible for a $5,000 hiring bonus ($2,500 to be paid after passing FTEP and remaining $2,500 to be paid upon successful completion of the COD and a 12-month probationary period).

• At time of hire, forty (40) hours of sick leave and forty (40) hours of vacation will accrue to the employee's bank for usage.

• 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%.

• Prior corrections experience will be considered as "County service" for the purpose of longevity pay. Longevity pay scale: 6-14 years = 2.5%, 15-19 years = 3.5%, 20+ years = 5%.

• Up to 10 years of prior corrections experience will be considered as "continuous service" for the purpose of vacation accrual.

Relocation Reimbursement:

• Candidates are eligible for moving expenses reimbursed up to $2,500 with submission of expense receipts.

Education Premium:

• Candidates are eligible for an education premium of 1% for college coursework: 90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours.

• Candidates are eligible for an education premium of 3% for a bachelor's degree.

• This premium pay is not cumulative, and employees are eligible for one level only.

PLEASE NOTE:

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 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

TO QUALIFY:

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.

LATERAL Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• At least three years of work experience as a certified, civilian corrections officer.

• Must be currently employed or have been employed within the past 12 months as a certified, civilian corrections officer who has passed probation.

• 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 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, keep in mind 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.

• Current certification as a State of Oregon DPSST Corrections Officer.

• 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:

• A completed online Workday application with Multnomah County Sheriff's Office and response to all questionnaires that are sent after submission of an online application.

• Note: If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be prepared to attach your DD214 and veteran disability verification forms electronically to your application when requested.

• A passing score of 70% or higher on the REACT Exam administered by National Testing Network (NTN). Upon completion of the REACT exam, scores are automatically forwarded to Multnomah County Sheriff's Office.

• The REACT exam consists of four sections: Video Situational Judgement Test, Count Test, Reading Test, Incident Observation and Report Writing Test. The Public Safety Self Assessment (PSSA) is not required for our agency.

• To register with NTN and schedule the REACT exam, please visit: www.nationaltestingnetwork.com:

• Select 'Find Jobs', 'Corrections Jobs', and select 'Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Corrections Deputy Entry-Level'.

• Complete the NTN registration process and schedule the REACT Exam.

• Review detailed information about the testing process.

• Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired).

• Scored Panel Interview.

• 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.

• Jail Tour.

• All hire offers are contingent upon successful completion of a psychological evaluation, a physical and a drug screen.

For additional details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of The Selection Process page.

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 a 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.

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:

Kasia Martinez

Email:

kasia.martinez@mcso.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 5224987

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.

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