Klamath County Sheriff's Office - Corrections Clerk

Corrections Clerk – Klamath County Jail

Location: Klamath Falls, Oregon
Department: Sheriff’s Office – Corrections Division
Salary Range: $20.77 – $26.29 per hour (Hourly, Non-Exempt)

Serve Your Community in a Meaningful Way
Klamath County is hiring a Corrections Clerk to support the daily operations of the Corrections Division. This key role is ideal for someone who enjoys structured tasks, thrives in dynamic environments, and wants to be part of a team dedicated to safety and public service. 

Position Summary

The Corrections Clerk is responsible for assisting visitors to the jail, maintaining records, handling clerical duties, and supporting corrections staff and inmates with administrative processes.

Essential Functions

• Greet and direct visitors; manage phone calls and correspondence
• Maintain records and logs; assist with public records requests
• Operate the Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS)
• Process inmate commissary orders and billing
• Notarize legal documents for staff and inmates
• Assist with inmate intake, including fingerprinting and data entry
• Complete monthly warrant validation and record expungement tasks

Out-of-Class Duties

May assist with accepting bail money, issuing receipts, recording funds, booking intake, master control operations, and limited inmate searches, per union contract.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years clerical experience preferred
• LEDS certification and notary (or ability to obtain)
• Familiarity with jail procedures a plus

Working Environment

• Fast-paced and often loud correctional setting
• Regular interactions with inmates and the public

Schedule & Expectations

• 40 hours per week; schedule set by management
• Reliable attendance is critical; unexcused absences may result in disciplinary action

Pre-Employment Requirements

• DMV Record Check
• Background Investigation

Why Klamath County?

• Competitive salary with step increases based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Health insurance (County contribution)
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid life and short-term disability insurance
  • Paid leave and holidays