Corrections Deputy - Entry Level and Lateral

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range

$41.77 - $52.88 Hourly

Department

Sheriff

Job Type

Regular Represented

Exemption Status

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified)

The Opportunity:

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Who We Are

Join the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and become part of a dynamic team where your commitment to justice and community safety can make a real difference. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to serving the community, passionate about helping others and inspired by a strong sense of purpose. MCSO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and investing in professional development opportunities throughout your career.

To learn more about our agency, please watch our video: Join Our Team

Meet our Corrections staff and learn more about the position by attending a virtual information session: Corrections Deputy virtual information sessions

As a Multnomah County Corrections Deputy, you will play a vital role in maintaining safety, security, and order within our facilities. This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to serve with integrity, develop exceptional leadership skills, and be part of a dedicated team committed to public safety. We offer comprehensive paid training, generous benefits and time off plans, and a clear path for career advancement for motivated individuals ready to take on this important responsibility.

Corrections Deputies are required to be proficient with a side-arm, taser, and Oleoresin Capsicum, the use of emergency communication systems, the practical application of self-defense tactics, and unarmed physical control of adults in custody.

Once you have mastered the basic duties of a Corrections Deputy, there are many special assignments you may choose to join through a competitive process. They include assignments in Classification, Close Street Supervision, Court Services, Transport Unit, Work Crew, Intelligence, and Life Safety. You may also choose to join a specialty team, such as the Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT), Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), Dive Team, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard or Peer Support .

The average annual first year income for Entry-Level MCSO Corrections Deputies for Fiscal Year 2026

$ 119,906

The average annual income includes Premium Pay.

Premium Pay

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Overtime : 1.5 times the employee's regular hourly rate.

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Double time: All authorized work performed on the second day following the normal work week shall be paid for at the rate of 2 times the employee's regular hourly rate.

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Shift Differential:

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3% premium to employees for all hours worked on shifts beginning between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

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4% premium to employees for hours worked on shifts beginning between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m.

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5% premium for all employees who are assigned to work a relief shift.

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Uncontrolled Environment Training (UNET) Qualification Pay: 1.5% premium.

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Translator Pay: 3% premium.

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Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT)/Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT) pay: 6% premium.

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Dive Team Pay : 6% premium.

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Trainer Pay : 8% premium.

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Education Premium: This premium pay is not cumulative, and employees are eligible for one level only:

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1% premium for as associate degree (or equivalent hours: 90 quarter or 60 semester hours).

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3% premium for a bachelor’s degree.

Relocation Reimbursement:

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Candidates may be eligible for moving expenses reimbursed up to $2,500 with submission of expense receipts.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following

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Book, interview, classify and process adults in custody (AIC) into jail; conduct searches of AIC; release from custody and return property.

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Count, control and monitor AIC movement and activity in housing units, modules, cells and open dormitory settings; monitor suicidal AIC to determine if they require suicidal watch and provide counseling and coordination of medical services; conduct security and welfare checks and connect AIC with mental health services; search jail areas for contraband; secure and maintain evidence.

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Escort AIC to areas and events within the institution, court appearances, personal interviews, medical care and other institutions; assemble and monitor AIC for transports to and from other counties, state facilities, extraditions and others; supervise and monitor mealtimes and recreational activities; supervise AIC work crews; prepare daily work release logs and investigate and report violations.

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Control violent and/or mentally ill AIC; prepare daily count and AIC assignment sheets; document, record and write reports on AIC behavior and other applicable information.

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Respond to backup calls for medical, AIC assaults and other emergency situations; testify in court related to crimes committed in custody.

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Maintain security within the institution and oversee the health and safety of staff, AIC, and the public; control access and maintain inventory of keys; operate control rooms and panels; monitor and access security doors, gates, cameras, alarms, and video terminals; perform general facility maintenance.

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Assist AIC with information regarding personal records, accounts, grievances, social visits, and court proceedings; provide information and assistance regarding criminal cases to staff and the public; communicate and work with courts, records, medical staff, programs staff, other departments and agencies.

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Hold, aim, and discharge firearm with sufficient accuracy to maintain minimum department qualifications.

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Perform other duties as assigned.

During the first 14 weeks of training, you will learn and be evaluated in the following specialized areas

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Emergency response actions and public safety decision making.

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Module / Dorm management skills.

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Effective custodial supervision techniques.

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Crisis intervention and advance communication strategies .

Incentives for qualified lateral candidates :

The intent of the lateral incentive program is to hire candidates who do not need to complete the Department of Public Safety Standards & Training (DPSST) Basic Academy. Candidates either need to be certified in Oregon at time of hire, or out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain certification through the DPSST Career Officer Development (COD) program to qualify for the lateral incentive package. Eligibility for the COD program cannot be determined until after hire; candidates will be required to submit certification and training documentation to determine COD eligibility immediately after hire. All lateral candidates must successfully complete a field training evaluation program (FTEP) and a 12-month probationary period. Incentives will be paid out once certification status is finalized and as noted below.

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Lateral hires holding Intermediate DPSST Certification will be eligible for incentive pay of an additional 5%, and lateral hires holding Advanced DPSST Certification will be eligible for incentive pay of an additional 10%.

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Up to 10 years of prior corrections experience will be considered as “County service” for the purpose of vacation accrual.

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Up to 10 years of prior corrections experience will be considered as “County service” for the purpose of longevity .

PLEASE NOTE

As a Corrections Deputy with our agency, you will be expected to work weekends, holidays, days, evenings, or nights as scheduled. Overtime may be required, and newly hired employees should expect to rotate through all shifts within the first year of employment.

Correction Deputies are scheduled to work 5 days per week, 8.00-hour shifts. Correction Deputies assigned to special assignments typically work 4 days per week, 10.00-hour shifts.

Corrections Deputies are represented by the Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA). Interested applicants may visit Multnomah