Harney County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Reserve Corrections Deputy Volunteers. Detailed information can be found below. Contact the Harney County Sheriff’s Office at 485 North Court Avenue, Burns, OR 97702, (541) 573-6028, for more information.

Job Information

This is a volunteer position with the Harney County Sheriff’s Office.

Purpose of Position

Perform duties and maintain custody and surveillance of prisoners confined in the facility. All duties related to operation of the jail and inmates. Does related work as required.

Essential Job Functions

1. Maintain custody and surveillance of prisoners confined in the facility. Observe and report prisoner behavior and physical condition.
2. Control prisoner movement within the facility. Supervise and instruct prisoners on work crew and on prisoner program assignments.
3. Collect evidence and property, interview witnesses, and coordinate inmate disciplinary hearings.
4. Inspect prisoner’s quarters, issue items to inmates, i.e., clothing, personal hygiene items, meals, related utensils, and bedding. Maintain written and computer logs, including medication and care logs, of activities and prepare reports.
5. Process persons in and out of the facility. Review documents of arrest and commitment. Fingerprint, photograph, and search prisoners. Prepare necessary paperwork and reports.
6. Maintain jail security, control entry to and movement within the facility, escort and transport and provide security for court appearances, hospital, and other outside detention of prisoners.
7. Follow all safety rules and procedures for work area.
8. Performs a variety of administrative support activities within the facility, e.g. telephone, files, computer entry, etc.
9. Maintain work area by keeping it clean and orderly.

Application Closing Date and Time

This position is considered open until filled. The applicant can apply in person or call the Sheriff’s Office at (541) 573-6028 to obtain a faxed or email application.