Jail Corrections Sergeant

Salary : $5,255.47 Monthly

Location : 151 B Street W. Vale, OR

Job Type: Full Time 40 hrs/wk

Job Number: SJCS 2026-04

Department: Sheriff's Office

Opening Date: 04/29/2026

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

PURPOSE:

To organize and supervise sworn Correction Deputies in the operations and care of inmates in the Malheur County Jail; to schedule work assignments, arrange inmate transports; and to supervise special jail programs.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED and EXERCISED:

Receives direction from assigned management and supervisory staff.

Exercises direct supervision over assigned corrections and administrative support staff.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of staff involved in the supervision of Malheur County Jail inmates.

2. Train and supervise the training of new corrections personnel in procedures, policies and equipment use; identify training needs; evaluate and make recommendations to the department Training Officer.

3. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities, recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.

4. Act as shift supervisor for corrections operations; oversee and evaluate operations of the correction facility; advice, observe and instruct personnel in proper handling of inmates.

5. Coordinate arrangements for housing of inmates in other county jails when required for lack of jail space or security reasons; arrange for inmates transports to other lodging.

6. Review corrections personnel reports on correctional facility operations, inmate grievances, resisting, fighting, isolation, and other related problems; respond to inmate grievances.

7. Evaluate reports for appropriate follow up with the jail operations; direct follow up investigations or refer cases to other department divisions.

8. Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for requests; monitor and control expenditures.

9. Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.

10. Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.

11. Compute jail time for inmates; review sentencing and determine release dates in accordance with State statues.

12. Coordinates Food Service, Inmate programs, Classifications, indoor exercises, Bible study.

13. Testify in Court.

14. Represents the agency in staff meetings, before the public, before other jurisdictions and before professional organizations.

15. Performs all duties as the Corrections Deputy including booking, strip search, surveillance, releases, food and pass medication.

16. Perform related duties as assigned.

17. Regular physical attendance at the employer's facility is required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY:

5 years' experience as a certified Corrections Deputy or Officer.

Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of modern jail management

Knowledge of the principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting

Knowledge of the principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation

Knowledge of state statutes governing jail standards, incarceration and inmate release

Knowledge of the judicial system

Knowledge of booking procedures

Knowledge of building maintenance

Skill in fingerprinting, use of firearms and restraining devices.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must be twenty-one years of age

High School Diploma or G.E.D certificate; required by DPSST

Valid Oregon State driver's license

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must be certified as a Corrections Deputy by DPSST or other similar State Corrections Department

Basic First Aid and CPR

Complete Malheur County Sheriff's Office background investigation

Must pass a medical exam and psychological evaluation prior to appointment

Must be free of conviction of a crime other than a minor traffic violation

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

*Supervisory experience in a corrections setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of supervision principles and modern personnel practices; modern office practices and procedures. Some knowledge of record keeping and budgeting. Thorough knowledge of pertinent laws, rules and regulations, care, custody and transportation of prisoners. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying

Ability to: Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Deal tactfully with the public, work with independence; deal effectively with superiors, peers, subordinates, boards, contractors. Comprehend and follow complex instructions, interpret and implement legal requirements, maintain jail order, perform professionally in emergency situations.

Link for Veterans Preference Form:

If you are a Qualified Veteran or Qualified Disabled Veteran and would like to be granted preference in the selection and hiring process, please fill out this Veterans' Preference Form and provide proof of eligibility by submitting a copy of form DD-214 or 215 (copy 4). This completed form and required supporting documentation must be submitted with your application in order for consideration for Veterans' Preference.

Link for Malheur County Resident Preference Form:

If you are a Malheur County Resident that plans to stay in Malheur County for the next 5 years and would like to be granted preference in the selection and hiring process, please read, fill out this form and attach it to your application.

PERS Retirement

Medical, Dental & Vision - Blue Cross Blue Shield

County pays 85% of premium on Medical, Dental, & Vision

Employee Assistance Program

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Deferred Compensation

Employer paid basic life and AD&D

Sick Leave - 1 day a month

Vacation - 12 days a year accrued starting after 6 months

Personal leave

11 paid holidays

01

Describe your supervisory experience.

02

Do you currently have possession of a DPSST certification?

Yes

No

03

Are you 21 years of age or over?

Yes

No

04

Are you certified in CPR and First Aid or do you have the ability to be Certified within 6 months?

05

Describe your knowledge of public financing and where you obtained it

06

Explain your working knowledge of commercial building maintenance and repair.

07

Do you have 5 years experience as a certified Corrections Deputy or Officer

Required Question