Deputy in Corrections

About This Role

This role is responsible for maintaining safety and security within a corrections facility, managing inmates, and ensuring compliance with behavioral expectations through direct supervision and strategic inmate management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety and security inspections within housing units
• Serve as the sole supervisory authority in the unit, making primary decisions concerning inmates and activities
• Establish and maintain positive supervisory relationships with inmates, providing direction and coaching
• Continuously interact with inmates throughout the shift, actively listening and responding to requests
• Be familiar with all inmates under supervision, recognizing behavior patterns and changes
• Identify and address problems among inmates in early stages through verbal and non-verbal cues
• Motivate inmates to comply with facility rules and behavioral expectations through positive role modeling
• Engage inmates in positive activities and encourage participation in jail programs
• Work as part of a team with fellow housing-unit deputies and other staff, collaborating on inmate management issues
• Respond to emergency situations

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successfully complete approved corrections officers’ course within one year from date of hire
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers
• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
• Effective interpersonal communication and interaction skills
• Ability to use sound, independent judgment within policy and principles of Inmate Behavior Management and Direct Supervision
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and effective reports and written materials
• Ability to maintain accurate records and files
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively within a team and larger organization
• Basic understanding of technology and computer applications and software
• Ability to perform tasks requiring physical endurance and agility under episodic adverse conditions

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED