Salary : $58,236.00 - $70,786.08 AnnuallyLocation : Mason County, WAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202300026Department: SheriffOpening Date: 06/09/2023FLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: 12Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found in positions of this class.Please review the full position description for additional information. Description This is work performed to provide care and custody of adult prisoners and to maintain order and discipline among the prisoners of the Mason County Jail. Employees in this classification are responsible for the operation of the jail on a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week basis, and the direct and indirect supervision of inmates Examples of Duties
- Monitor and control the activities of inmates, either individually or in groups.
- Use independent judgment to take emergency action when necessary, including verbal de-escalation, physical and lethal uses of force.
- Take informal action to correct inmate behavior as appropriate.
- Conduct security checks and maintain security in all areas of the jail, as assigned.
- Write all required reports/documentation of activity.
- Investigate suspected rule violations.
- Perform all physical and administrative tasks to book, search, and release prisoners.
- Answer telephone calls and monitor jail access and egress.
- Operate office equipment, communications equipment, personal computers and corrections automated systems.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to people of all ages and from all social, cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds.
- Perform duties of the position in a confined, controlled and high security environment.
- Perform the functions and duties of all shifts in all required areas of the facility.
- When commissioned and authorized, carry arms while transporting prisoners outside the jails or on other specific assigned duties.
- Maintain regular, predictable and punctual attendance during regularly scheduled work hours at assigned worksite.
- Maintain the physical ability to deal with physical confrontational or combative situations through the use of defensive tactics, including use of reasonable force up to and including deadly force.
- Regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or have a GED
- Minimum of 21 years of age
- Pursuant to RCW 41.14.100 must be a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident who can read and write the English language.
- A valid Washington State Driver's License
- Current Corrections Officer certification by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission or have equivalent state approved corrections officer training certification from another state and meet the following qualifications:
- Have the ability to obtain an equivalency certification within the first twelve (12) months of employment by meeting the standards of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission; and
- Have successfully completed the testing process and been hired by another jurisdiction from a civil service commission certified eligibility list or other like process; and
- Have successfully completed a probationary period with the current or previous employer; and
- Have been continuously employed by the present or previous employer as a full-time, paid, civilian corrections officer for at least twelve (12) months.
Please view the Mason County Sheriff's Office Employment Standards for requirements. Supplemental Information PLEASE NOTE: All interested applicants MUST complete a personal history statement (PHS) on the Public Safety Testing website. REQUIRED documents in addition to the completed application:Waiver & Authorization to Release Information Form Sheriff Lateral Entry - Supplemental Application OPTIONAL for a completed application: Veteran's Scoring Criteria Status DeclarationINFORMATIONAL Lateral Self-Assessment Checklist Lateral Entry Negotiable Testing Employment SequenceRetirement: Plan 2 is a 401(a) lifetime retirement pension plan available to public safety employees in Washington. PSERS Plan 2 employee contribution rate: 6.73% with additional County contributionsClothing Allowance: $75.00 per monthEducation Pay: AA Degree 1.5%, BA Degree 3%, Master's Degree 4.5%Bilingual Pay: Fluency $75.00 per month, Medical Certification $100.00 per month, Legal Court Certification $125.00 per monthLeave: 2 Floating Holidays, 2 Premium Days, 96 hours of Sick Leave, and 96 hours of Vacation LeaveHoliday: Employees receive additional pay for the 12 recognized holidaysMedical, Dental, Vision: Employer paid with no additional cost for eligible dependentsLife / AD&D: Employer paid basic life and AD&D insuranceLongevity: The County provides additional monthly compensation to recognize continuous length of service for the 6th through 10th year: $65.00, 11th through 14th year: $90.00, 15th through 19th year: $130.00, 20th through 24th year: $150.00 and 25th year and over $165.00.Officer in Charge: Additional $3.00 per hour while working in capacityEmployee Assistance Program: EAP is available 24/7 and covers employees, spouses, domestic partners, and children up to age 26. EAP can help employees facing issues that interfere with your health, well-being, and productivity at home or at work.See contract for additional information: Health Insurance - Regular full-time employees and their qualifying dependents are eligible for medical, dental, & vision insurance coverage. Some regular part-time employees may receive the same coverage. Employees may partially contribute premiums depending upon the type of coverage selected.Retirement Plan - All regular employees are enrolled in the , Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS), or Law Enforcement Officers' (LEOFF) Retirement System. The County and employees contribute jointly to the plans.Paid Leave - Sick leave, holidays, and vacation are provided in accordance with the County policy or union contracts. Vacation accrual rates increase at regular intervals based on length of service with the County. Life / AD&D Plan - County paid basic life and AD&D insurance.Employee Assistance Program - EAP is available 24/7 and covers employees, spouses, domestic partners, and children up to age 26. The EAP is here to help when you're facing issues that interfere with your health, well-being, and productivity at home or at work.Educational Assistance - The County may reimburse full-time regular employees for education costs for courses approved by their Elected Official or Department Head. Approval for reimbursement will be dependent upon the course and its relevance to the employee' s current position.Longevity - The County provides additional monthly compensation for eligible employees to recognize continuous length of service as a county employee.Work Environment - Mason County maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits smoking in all County buildings.Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity - Mason County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran's status, disability, or any other bias prohibited by federal, state or local law.Accommodation - Applicants with a disability requiring accommodation during the selection process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) ###-#### Ext. 290.01 I am able to provide each of the following, if hired.* Birth Certificate or naturalization papers, or permanent resident card* High School Diploma or GED (General Educational Development) Test - High School Equivalency Diploma* Washington State Driver's License (prior to appointment)* Read, Write, and Speak English
02 I have not used used steroids in the last 24 months, nor have I used any other illegal drug use in the last 5 years other than steroids.
03 I do not have a felony conviction as an adult.
04 I have not had illegal sexual relations with a minor.
05 I do not have a domestic violence conviction.
06 I have not used a prostitute within the last 5 years.
07 I have not received a DUI conviction in the last 5 years.
08 I have not had excessive use of marijuana in the last 3 years.
09 MILITARY STATUS:Have you served in the United States military services?
10 If you answered YES that you served in the United States military services, please list:A) BranchB) Date InC) Date Out. 11 Do you claim Veterans Preference Points? If yes, complete Veteran's Scoring Criteria Status Declaration Form.
12 Have you previously taken a Civil Service exam for any Mason County Civil Service positions?
13 Have you now or have you ever been employed by Mason County?
14 The Mason County Sheriff's Office places GREAT emphasis on integrity. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify your application, but lying about your record will. Please be honest as you complete your application.Have you ever been cited or convicted for any offense, violation of any statute or ordinance, law, or regulations by civil or military authorities?
15 If you answered YES that you have been cited or convicted for any offense, violation of any statue or ordinance, law, or regulation by civil or military authorities, please describe:A) DateB) LocationC) Arresting AgencyD) Original ChargeE) Reduced ToF) Disposition/Court Action 16 If you answered YES that you have a traffic citation(s) you have received during the past five (5) years. Please list:A) DateB) LocationC) Issuing AgencyD) ChargeE) Reduced ToF) Disposition 17 I have read the Mason County Sheriff's Office Employment Standards. I meet the mandatory requirements and do not have any automatic removal factors that are listed, which would be cause for removal.
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