Corrections Technician Job at Tillamook County
Salary
$19.89 - $24.51 Hourly
Location
Tillamook, OR
Job Type
Full-Time Regular
Department
Sheriff - Jail
Job Number
2223-00030
Closing
12/31/2022 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Details
Division: Corrections
Union Affiliation: Teamsters
Work Schedule: Varies
Total Hours Per Week: 40
Salary $19.89 – 24.51 per hour
SUMMARY:
This classification provides support to professional Corrections Deputies in maintaining the security and welfare of inmates in the Tillamook County Justice Facility.
This classification performs para-professional duties in the day-to-day operation of the control center. The Corrections Technician has responsibility for the indirect supervision of inmates via central control. This classification is distinguished from the Correction Deputy classification by the lack of daily physical contact with inmates. As such, it does not require DPSST certification.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Duties assigned to this position are not all inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.)
Essential Functions
- Operate the central control system. Monitor and control all movement throughout the facility, including access to the building, to ensure the safety and security of staff and inmates. Monitor inmate housing unit alarms, and alarms at various offices in the facility. Monitor and use radios. Respond appropriately within established protocols to alarms and radio calls. Record various activities in the records management system.
- Operate the Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) computer system and in-house records management system.
- Ability to testify credibly as a witness in court and administrative proceedings.
- Monitor the activity of floor officers and other corrections staff. Call for back-up when appropriate. Notify officers of unusual circumstances in and around the facility (e.g. disturbances, hazardous situations, odd inmate behavior, etc.)
- Maintain a concise log of jail activities. Update and maintain records, logs and files; ensure the confidentiality of such. Verify proper identification of inmate visitors; process associated paperwork. Process inmate mail. Within scope of duties, provide assistance to other justice agencies and the public via interpersonal, electronic or telephonic means.
Other Functions
- Perform additional record keeping and paperwork processing as needed for normal jail operations.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABITILIES:
Knowledge: Basic knowledge of policies, procedures and practices specific to the custody and control of prisoners; considerable knowledge of records maintenance; basic knowledge of interview techniques.
Skills: Considerable skill in the use of computerized equipment and systems including personal computers and data base systems; considerable skill in data entry and retrieval; considerable skill in records maintenance; skill in the use of two-way radios.
Abilities: Able to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; establish and maintain records, reports, and logs; make decisions independently in accordance with established policies, and use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities; identify and resolve problems; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high-pressure situations; courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, other agency representatives, law enforcement and emergency service personnel, medical providers, clergy, inmates and families, and the public; work variable shifts and overtime; evaluate the veracity of information obtained in the booking process.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Preferred experience in Corrections or law enforcement. Must be able to legally work in the U.S. At time of appointment, must possess and maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license and a good driving record. Within one year of appointment, must possess certifications in LEDS, first aid, and CPR. Skill in speaking Spanish is desired.
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
This classification works under the supervision of the Jail Commander. Work may be directed by a shift Sergeant. Recurring routine assignments are independently performed by employee on the basis of past experience. The employee receives general instructions regarding the scope and approach to projects or assignments, but procedures and problem resolution are left to employee discretion and interpretation. Significant deviations require authorizations from the lieutenant or from the sergeant in charge of that shift. Employee estimates and manages time efficiently. Work is reviewed periodically to ensure that determinations and decisions made are in compliance to department policy and procedures.
Work is performed within established Sheriff's Office policy, procedures and directives; federal, state and county statutes, rules, regulations and ordinances; LEDS and NCIC reference manuals; console reference manual; radio and alarm manuals. Incumbent uses judgement to interpret guidelines and follows procedures and policies closely due to the nature of the work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed primarily in the correction facility environment with security restrictions and generally indirect contact with inmates. Work required visual acuity to distinguish colors and monitor video screens. Work is conducted in an environment with no natural lighting. Physical demands involve bending, hearing alarms and voice conversations, keyboarding, lifting up to 20 pounds, pulling, pushing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking and running. Work is performed in an environment that involves risks and discomforts requiring safety precautions. Employees share common exposure to communicable diseases. Central control is the last position evacuated during a fire or other emergency situation.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Following the closing date of this recruitment, you will hear from us by email. If you are selected as a candidate for testing and/or an interview, we will contact you to arrange a date and time. We want to ensure that we hire the best possible staff for our County Team because we believe that the right people are our most valuable asset!
Tillamook County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 20 hours or more of the regularly scheduled work week. Employees are eligible for health insurance benefits the first of the month following 80 hours of work in the previous month.
- Health/Prescription Drug/Vision Insurance – County pays 100% of premiums.
- Dental Insurance – your choice of ODS or Willamette Dental plans.
- HRA VEBA – employees receive $100 a month to this personal tax-free health reimbursement account
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – premiums are fully paid by County.
- Statutory Life Insurance – Eligible for $10,000 of coverage upon date of hire and paid by County
- Long-Term Disability Insurance – premiums are fully paid by County.
- Retirement Plan – employees are eligible for the County-sponsored defined benefits (dbp) Retirement Plan after 6 full months of employment.
- The County contributions are based on the employee's gross monthly salary; and earns 8% interest per annum.
- Employees may also contribute into 2 types of Voluntary Accounts:
- Voluntary Employee Account: Employee contributions up to 10% of their monthly salary; and earns 8% interest per annum.
- Unit Employee Account: Employee contributions based upon units and corresponding factors; and earns 8% interest per annum.
- Holiday Pay – In lieu of holidays, employees will accrue 8 hours of holiday credit per month.
- Sick Leave – employees accrue at 8 hours for each calendar month of service. Employees are eligible to use accrued leave after 6 full months of service.
- Vacation – employees are eligible after 6 full months of employment.
- Available Voluntary Benefits - Flexible Spending accounts, 457(b) deferred compensation plans, supplemental life insurance plans, and AFLAC products are available for employee purchase through payroll deduction.
Agency
Tillamook County
Address
201 Laurel Avenue
Tillamook, Oregon, 97141
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