SHERIFF'S CORRECTIONS OFFICER
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
- Some knowledge techniques of directing the activities of others, human behavior and common reactions to stress.
Skill/Ability to:
- Control, direct and instruct inmates individually and in large groups in the performance of work projects and recreational activities; read, understand, interpret and apply departmental policies, rules and regulations pertaining to correctional operations and care of inmates; evaluate impartially the performance and attitudes of inmates; prepare clear and concise reports; follow written and oral orders; deal effectively with hostile and aggressive persons; interact effectively with the public; work effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds; learn first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action under adverse and/or emergency conditions; communicate effectively orally and in writing; lift 55 pounds from floor level, such as lifting an injured or ill inmate with the assistance of other Corrections Officers; bend and squat continuously for long periods of time, such as for intake searches; run quickly, such as in response to inmates fighting; walk for long periods; wear a self-contained breathing apparatus; learn defense and restraint tactics; distinguish colors, such as warning lights; restrain combative inmates; see at near and far distances, such as reading booking sheets and observing inmates 40-50 feet away and hear and distinguish a variety of sounds such as alarms and calls for assistance in a noisy environment.
Becoming a Corrections Officer
- $10,000 upon completion of probationary period.
- Hourly Rate: $41.22 – $61.57
Monthly Salary: $7,144.80 – $10,672.13 (Includes likely initial incentive and differential pay) - Medical benefits + all uniforms paid for by agency
- Sheriff’s Corrections Officers are assigned to a shift in a maximum, medium or minimum correctional
facility to admit, release, guard and supervise inmates in County Corrections Facilities. Incumbents are assigned duties involving continuous and direct contact with inmates, are subject to an element of personal danger in controlling violent inmates and are expected to deal with emergencies. Corrections Officers are rotated among correctional facilities. Incumbents work twelve-hour shifts, alternating four days and three days per two-week period.
Education:
- Graduation from a high school by an association recognized by the US Department of Education, a satisfactory score on a GED test or a California High School Proficiency Examination certificate. A two or four-year college degree accredited by an association recognized by the US Department of Education may be substituted for the high school requirements
Experience:
- Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at time of appointment.
- Ability to pass a full background investigation.
Other Requirements:
- Must be available and willing to work varying hours, nights, weekends, holidays and special events as scheduled
- Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License
- Must be available to work under varied conditions, including inclement weather
- Must be 18 years of age
- PELLETB T-score of 42+ (within one year,) OR
- NTN Corrections REACT Exam with passing scores: Video 65%, Reading 75%, Count 70%, OR
- Applicants who do not have a valid T-score or NTN score will be invited to take the in-person Adult Corrections Officer written exam administered by County Personnel
Environmental Conditions:
Exposure to: heights, such as 40-foot perimeter walls; microwaves; bees; pollen; loud noises; chemical irritants, such as strong offensive odors; infections which may cause chronic
disease or death and hostile and aggressive persons
Specialty Assignments:
- Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT)
- K9
- Classification
- Training Coordinator
- Recruitment & Hiring
- Bomb Team (Support)
- Drone Team
- Color Guard
- Compliance
- Crisis Negotiation Team
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