Entry Level – Corrections Officer – Department OF Corrections Careers

Overview

Position Title:Entry Level – Corrections Officer

Company:City Of Benton Wa

Location:Kennewick, WA

Job Description:

Benton County currently contracts with Public Safety Testing to facilitate the application and testing process for Entry Level Corrections Officer.  If you would like to apply for this position, please visit Public Safety

Responsibilities:

• Thorough knowledge of and skill in using business and legal English, composition, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Ability to understand and transcribe multi-disciplinary terminologies such as legal, technical, or medical terminology accurately
• Ability to take dictation at 225 wpm with 95% accuracy
• Ability to type a minimum of 50 wpm
• Ability to work under stress
• Ability to work independently
• Skill in stenography and office procedures
• Good digital, auditory and mental reflexes to transcribe all spoken words with a high degree of accuracy.

Requirements:

• Excellent organizational skills required
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Ability to make decisions quickly and confidently.
• Working knowledge of legal procedures, courtroom operations, and legal terminology.
• Legal secretarial skills, including typing, familiarity with forms, filing, and telephone work are essential.