Job Details

**Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.***     

Ingham County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Deputy performs a full range of assignments, as part of a highly motivated, team-oriented group of corrections professionals. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals interested in a career in the criminal justice field. The Ingham County Jail currently houses nearly 450 inmates in both direct and indirect supervision housing units. Our Vision is to set the standard in corrections and law enforcement through leadership, innovation and a commitment to excellence. We are seeking service minded, team oriented applicants willing to adopt values such as, honor, courage, commitment, professionalism, and accountability that may help make a difference in peoples’ lives.  

Corrections Deputies must maintain custody and control of the inmates at all times, in a firm but fair manner; with emphasis on maintaining their health, welfare and safety.   

Corrections Officers must be able to work independently, and use sound judgment in stressful situations. Our jail is a seven (7) day per week, twenty-four (24) hour per day operation. Work schedules will include nights, weekends, holidays, planned and unplanned overtime and shift durations of 12.25 hours.

Corrections Deputies are under the direct supervision of the Correctional Command Staff. Corrections Deputies are expected to perform any and all duties assigned to them by Command officers. Corrections Deputies are expected to conduct themselves in an exemplary manner both on and off duty.

The following describe the general nature of work an employee in this classification may be called upon to perform. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel:

• Conduct inspections to assure that all inmates are accounted for and properly secured, according to their housing classification.
• Assist in meeting the inmates’ personal needs, requests and problems, in a fair, humane manner, following established policies.
• Monitor, control, and document the movement of all persons on and off the officers assigned duty station.
• Coordinate the movement and participation of inmates with to and from the various programs within the facility and maintain security of programming staff.
• Assist in maintain records, gather data, prepare reports specific for grants, Justice Millage, and other correctional related needs.
• Maintain a chronological record of daily activity.
• Responsible to assure all inmates receive meals, medication, mail, personal property (as allowed), and clean laundry as provided for in policies.
• Escort and search inmates as policies dictate.
• Maintain key control and inspect safety equipment daily.
• Write reports relating to inmate rule violations and other situations.
• Maintain competency in the use of the security radios.
• Respond promptly to calls for back-up from co-workers.
• Administer first aid, CPR and otherwise render aid for injuries and medical emergencies.
• Attend court on and off duty when required by a subpoena.
• Attend and participate in Sheriff’s Office authorized training, including Corrections Academy if not certified prior to hiring.
• Work mandatory overtime when directed by a supervisor.
• Follow the lawful orders from their superior officers concerning all aspects of the Sheriff’s Office pertaining to assignments, duties and tasks.

Education:

Experience:

• Prior corrections work or Military experience preferred, not required.

• Uncorrected vision correctable to 20/20 vision in each eye by soft contact lenses, gas permeable lenses and/or extended wear lenses. No greater than 20/40 vision in each eye correctable to 20/20 with glasses. Must not be color blind.

• Must have no prior felony convictions (includes expunged convictions).

• Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must pass background investigation and clinical evaluations.

• Must be able to fulfill work that includes 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays and work overtime when called upon to meet obligations that are planned and unplanned at any given hour, day, or week.

Michigan Sheriff’s Coordinating Training Council Minimum Standards (MSCTC):  

Effective 1/1/2013 all corrections deputies in the State of Michigan must meet several standards developed by the MSCTC that include:

• Physical Agility Test*
• Reading and Writing Test.
• Psychological Test**
• Pass a comprehensive illegal substance test.
• Must not be less than 18 years of age.
• Must be a United States Citizen.
• Must have earned a high school diploma or General Education Degree equivalent.
• Must have no prior felony convictions.
• Must possess a valid Michigan Operator’s License.

Those who apply for this position must pass the Reading and Writing test that is administered by EMPCO which is a test contractor for the Michigan Corrections Council. Your application must be accompanied with a certificate that you have passed this testing. Go to www.empco.net to sign up to take the test.

The Physical Agility test schedule information http://www.misctc.org/downloads/LCOPAT_Schedule.pdf (Download PDF reader)

The Psychological testing will be provided to any applicant after they pass a thorough background investigation and final interview, if given a conditional job offer.

Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions.

(The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria.)

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