Corrections Officer - Lateral - CJTC / CORE Certified

Salary: $4,931.00 - $6,395.00 Monthly

Location : Kennewick, WA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2022-00154

Department: Corrections

Opening Date: 01/10/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Summary

*Please read ALL of the following sections for instructions. Missing any required information or submitting an incomplete application will disqualify you from being considered for this position.

A completed Personal History Statement (PHS) must be attached to your application. Click on the following highlighted link to download the PHS: Personal History Statement

Be sure to thoroughly read the qualifications and disqualifier information.

If you have any problems completing your on-line application, downloading the PHS, or have any questions regarding this position, background, polygraph, psychological, etc., please contact Human Resources at .

Performs all activities in the receipt, booking, custody, transport and care of inmates in accordance with established policies and procedures. Assures the fair and reasonable treatment of inmates and the maintenance and operation of a safe, secure and sanitary corrections facility, placing a primary concern for the health, welfare, safety, and security of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Example of Duties

Receives and processes new inmates. Searches inmates; collects, records, and maintains inmate's personal articles; reviews commitment orders, books, fingerprints, photographs, and places inmates in cells.

Inputs and updates computer and manual files to complete incident, general, arrest, inmate, and statistical reports to ensure legal requirements are met.

Escorts or assures custody of inmates in transit to court appearances, hospitals or other medical facilities, or other correctional institutions.

Coordinates inmate control and distribution of necessary documents in the courtroom; calculates credit time for court sentencing as requested; verifies and updates court-related information on computer, such as final disposition, sentencing, and release dates.

Monitors electronic surveillance equipment and observes inmate, trustee, and visitor movement, programs, and activities within facility to control over-all security of and access to the facility.

Performs searches of inmates and facility for contraband.

Inspects jail facilities for security and cleanliness to assure facilities are maintained in accordance with established procedures.

Arranges for the release of inmates in accordance with established procedures. May assist in coordination of work release program, indoctrinating inmates into program, verifying places of employment, logging inmates in and out, and collecting and posting work release fees.

Prepares and submits written reports concerning inmate population and jail functions in accordance with established procedures.

Performs or ensures distribution of commissary items purchased by inmates such as candy, snacks, and toilet articles, and records payment on voucher.

Responds to inquiries, complaints, or requests for information regarding area of assignment from inmates, other staff and the general public, providing information within scope of knowledge and authority, or refers to appropriate individual.

Maintains current knowledge and skills in area of assignment by attending seminars and job-related training courses.

Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Valid Washington State driver license if driving a vehicle for County business.

A current state certification from the Washington State Law Enforcement Training Commission (CJTC), successfully completed the probationary period with your current or previous corrections employer, been employed as a full time Corrections Officer within the last 24 months and been continuously employed by your present or previous employer as a full time Corrections Officer for no less than 12 months and have no less than 18 months total Corrections Officer experience. Employment at Benton County is contingent upon the results of a background check and eligibility for coverage by the County's liability insurance carrier. Depending upon the position, background checks may include personal and professional references, medical examination, psychological and polygraph testing, social security verification, education and professional licensing verification, financial history, and criminal history.

BENTON COUNTY CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS

Automatic Disqualifiers

Driving

DUI or related conviction within two (2) years

Drugs

History of illegal intravenous drug Use

Multiple instances of illegal drug use within 5 years

Marijuana use within 90 days of application

Use of illegal drugs while employed in law enforcement or corrections

Applicant tests positive for drugs

Criminal Activity

Any adult felony conviction

Conduct that constitutes a felony within 5 years or ever while employed in law enforcement or corrections

Conviction of any Domestic Violence or related offense

Employment

Dishonorable Discharge from the U.S. Military

Fired or resigned in lieu of termination from 2 jobs in the last 5 years

Failure to report and/or intervene in cases of witnessed excessive force or other official misconduct while employed as a law enforcement or corrections officer

False statements, material omissions, forgery, fraud, or dishonesty in any phase of the hiring process.

Financial

Ongoing pattern of fiscal irresponsibility

Other

Any pattern of discrimination of harassment against any protected class

Current affiliations with any extremist groups as defined by the Criminal Justice Training Commission

Any other pattern of facts that would bar the applicant from certification as a corrections officer by the Criminal Justice Training Commission. Potential Disqualifiers

Driving

More than one DUI or related conviction

Multiple criminal traffic citations, or traffic infractions

Drugs

Single instance of illegal drug use within 5 years

Significant history of illegal drug use

Use of marijuana while employed in law enforcement or corrections

Criminal Activity

Any juvenile felony conviction

Adult misdemeanor convictions or conduct that constitutes a misdemeanor

Employment

Other than Honorable Discharge from the U.S. Military

Financial

Current accounts past due or in collections. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Able to complete the 10 week Criminal Justice Training Academy in Burien, WA or provide proof of prior completion.

Knowledge of or ability to learn the principles and techniques of modern inmate care, custody and control, and related aspects of law enforcement.

Ability to acquire skill in the use and care of firearms and the conditions under which they may be employed in accordance with department regulations.

Ability to physically handle and control inmates resisting detention.

Ability to maintain composure and self-control under adverse conditions, e.g., inmate harassment, ridicule, critical injuries, death.

Ability to hold self in readiness at all times to effectively respond to abnormal jail conditions and situations.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.

Ability to perform duties and maintain personal conduct, attitude and appearance that conform to strict policies, procedures, and discipline.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

At Benton County we have a wide range of benefits depending on your employment status and union. These benefits could include:

- Medical

- Dental

- Vision

- Life

- Direct Deposit

- Aflac

- Employee Assistance Program

- Paid holidays

- Paid vacation

- Paid sick time

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