Corrections Officer-Male or Female

No experience required for entry. Laterals, please see exam announcement and Lateral PAT requirements on County website. The Corrections Officer is a “Correctional employee” as defined under RCW 9.94.050, and as such has the powers and duties of a peace officer while acting in the supervision and transportation of prisoners, is responsible for booking, searching and releasing prisoners; conducting security checks and maintaining security in all areas of the correction facility; writing required reports/documentation of activity; supervise meal service, visitation, recreation and work activities of inmate workers; answer telephones; take informal action to correct inmate behavior as appropriate; monitor jail access. This exam is for the purpose of establishing a certified list of candidates for a current vacancy and future employment as a Corrections Officer in the Sheriff’s Office. The eligibility of successful candidates shall remain in effect one year. See https://pendoreilleco.org/your-government/human-resources/

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: One (Full Time).

SALARY & BENEFITS: Union, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, longevity, retirement plan, and medical benefits. Starting salary: Entry Level at Step 1, $3402.47/month; Laterals: Step 2, $3511.67/month to Step 3, $3626.06/month, DOE.

TO APPLY: Civil Service Application Required. See https://pendoreilleco.org/your-government/human-resources/ to print an application (you cannot apply on-line), pick up or request a copy by mail, from the Pend Oreille County Civil Service Office, 625 W. 4th St., Newport, WA 99156, Monday through Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM. (509) 447-6480

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 10, 2020 by 4:00pm., in person at 625 W. 4th St. Newport, WA., or via mail (PO BOX 5060, Newport, WA 99156)

Physical and written exams will be by appointment only through November 20, 2020 with application deadline of November 10, 2020.

PEND OREILLE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Testing fee may be waived in cases of financial hardships.https://pendoreilleco.org/your-government/human-resources/