CORRECTIONS DEPUTY (SHERIFF'S OFFICE)

Starting Pay: $21.8692 Hourly ($45,488)
After 1st Year: $22.6914 Hourly ($47,198)
After 2nd Year: $24.3815 Hourly ($50,714)
After 3rd Year: $26.0522 Hourly ($54,189)
After 4th Year: $27.2904 Hourly ($56,764)
After 5th Year: $28.9338 Hourly ($60,182)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must successfully complete written and physical agility tests.
Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and irregular hours.
No felony convictions or a misdemeanor.
Training in CPR and first aid is preferred.
Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs general security work within the Jail; works under the direction of a sergeant; members of this classification are deputized for specific functions within the Jail only; must be willing to work weekends, holidays and irregular hours; performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Guards inmates in the Jail in accordance with established policies, regulations and procedures;
• Observes conduct and behavior of inmates to prevent disturbances and escapes;
• Inspects locks, window bars, grills, doors and gates for tampering;
• Searches inmates and cells for contraband;
• Guards and directs inmates during work assignments;
• Patrols assigned areas for evidence of forbidden activities, infraction of rules and unsatisfactory behavior of inmates;
• Processes inmates in and out of the jail through the booking area;
• Oversees visitation procedures and enforces visitation regulations;
• Distributes meals, bedding and supplies to inmates;
• Obtains medical aid for inmates if needed;
• Supervises and is responsible for the cleanliness of the Jail;
• Assists in maintaining Jail records.

Please see the attached job description for more details.