Job Description

of Duties

***Those who have successfully passed the written and physical ability tests will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed***

All initial written and physical ability testing for entry-level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at www.publicsafetytesting.com for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations or call 1-866-447-3911.

Applications are not accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.

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TYPICAL WORK

Receives, searches, books, fingerprints, and photographs incoming prisoners. Issues jail uniforms, records and stores personal effects, and houses inmates by appropriate classification.

Maintains jail security by observation of inmates, pat searches, strip searches, and cell searches. Maintains orderly conduct and discipline.

Assures that inmates have access to basic needs for hygiene and welfare.

Prepares and delivers prisoners to court, doctors' offices, hospitals, and other locations. Transfers prisoners to and from jail and court. Releases prisoners by established procedures or bail, court order, or other authority.

Logs court disposition of cases. Writes reports and maintains files.

Screens and processes visitors. Processes personal property brought to inmates and released.

Assigns and directs work of trustees. Distributes meals to all inmates, assuring that all materials are removed from cells after meals.

Advises superior when medical attention appears necessary and maintains physical safety of prisoners. Administers prescribed medications.

Monitors video and audio surveillance equipment and other job-related equipment.

Receives incoming telephone calls to the department, relaying them as appropriate. Communicates appropriately on the telephone.

Attends training and shift meetings. Applies job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities on duty.

Responds to and assists with major or minor disturbances, medical crisis situations, escapes, fire, and other natural disasters.

Prepares reports, memos, logbook entries, and unit rosters. This is accomplished through handwritten, typed, and computer terminal entries.

Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Must be a US Citizen or lawful permanent resident with the ability to read, write, and speak the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100.

Minimum age of 19 years and 6 months at time of appointment.

Must hold or obtain valid Washington State Driver's license.

Must meet Thurston County Civil Service Pre-Employment Screening Standards

Acceptable scores on Civil Service skills examinations.

Must meet the Sheriff's Office Employment Standards and be willing to submit to and pass a thorough background investigation to include a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation.

Must meet the current physical standards adopted by the Sheriff's Office.

Other Position Related Information

Contact Person: Bobby Frye, Chief Examiner, (360) 867-2483. Email: civilservice@co.thurston.wa.us

This position is:

Represented by a Union

Eligible for benefits- Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plansfor more information.

Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

HOW TO APPLY:

In order to be considered for employment, interested individuals must first take and pass a written examination and physical ability test. All initial written and physical ability testing for entry level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at www.publicsafetytesting.com for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations, or call 1-866-447-3911 if you don't have access to the Internet. Applications will not be accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.

Qualified applicants will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed.

THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.