Correctional Officer Hiring Bonus Lateral - Up To $15,000 The Department of Human Resources shall maintain a continuous recruitment for lateral transfers and will evaluate and rank eligible candidates upon receipt of an application. Individuals must be currently employed as full-time Correctional Officers in State or County Adult Correctional Facilities. Salary Range Correctional Officer I: $4,480.84-$5,510.87 per month Correctional Officer II: $4,940.13-$6,075.73 per month Under general supervision, supervises inmates and a variety of inmate activities in a detention facility; maintains security and monitors inmate behavior; performs related work as required. Receives direct supervision from an assigned Correctional Corporal, Sergeant, Lieutenant, or other management staff, as assigned. Examples Of Duties Receives, books, searches, photographs, and fingerprints inmates; supervises and monitors inmate conduct during booking and screening procedures; receives and records personal property of inmates; assures that inmates are clothed and assigned to cells. Maintains security of inmates by taking periodic counts and by surveillance of activities; supervises and monitors inmate activities during meals, work assignments, cleaning assignments and other activities; periodically inspects custodial facility and living quarters for cleanliness and proper order; escorts inmates to specified locations inside custodial facilities; prepares and completes records, reports, and forms. Identifies and monitors inmates with special needs including psychological and/or drug-related problems; provides basic medical assistance when necessary, during medical emergencies; maintains discipline and orderly conduct; applies appropriate restraints on inmates; subdues violent inmates. Keeps inventory of clothing and other supply items; completes receipts; processes civil request forms; performs a variety of duties related to the operation of the facilities. Screens parole applications; discharges or transfers inmates, prepares inmates for release; prepares appropriate reports and paperwork, releases personal property. Performs duties consistent with AB 2197 and Penal Code 831.5 (i) as follows: arrest without warrant upon reasonable cause to believe that a misdemeanor or felony has occurred in the presence of the officer; search property, cells, prisoners or visitors; conduct strip or body cavity searches of prisoners in accordance with applicable law; conduct searches and seizures pursuant to a duly issued warrant; segregate prisoners; and classify prisoners for the purposes of housing or participation in supervised activities. Stays current with knowledge related to public safety by attending professional conferences and in-service education programs, as well as by reviewing information obtained from Department memoranda, staff meetings and professional publications to attain and maintain public safety-related knowledge and skills and determine the impact of developments and change on providing service excellence. Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the county. When assigned to Classification: Conducts internal affairs investigations; participates in disciplinary hearings and actions; conducts criminal investigations within the facility; investigates criminal and gang related activities within the facility; reviews inmate classifications. When assigned to Training: Conducts pre-employment investigations; coordinates and implements the Correctional Officer training programs. When assigned to Transport: Searches and restrains inmates to be transported; transports inmates to and from courts, prisons, jails, and other facilities; supervises and secures prisoners during transport; provides security at court; serves as bailiff as necessary; inspects and maintains vehicles as assigned. Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: Inmate security procedures. Booking and release procedures according to established guidelines. Inmate character and habits. Departmental procedures, rules, and regulations. Operations, functions, services, and activities of a local law enforcement agency. Current local, state, and federal laws, codes, and regulations particularly those related to apprehension, arrest, search and seizure, preliminary crime scene investigation, evidence and records maintenance, patrol, and traffic control. Federal, State, and local laws, rules and procedures governing the activities of a correctional facility, law enforcement agency and related criminal justice members. Current crime prevention and law enforcement methods and procedures including those used in investigation and identification, patrol, traffic control, records management, and care and custody of persons and property. Law enforcement theory, principles, methods, and practices of community policing and their application to a wide variety of services and programs. Crowd management and control procedures, and special event patrol techniques. Disaster preparedness and terrorism response strategies. Principles of human behavior and behavior modification strategies and techniques for the purpose of identifying at risk people. Emergency communication techniques including equipment and its use. Security, surveillance, and communication systems and codes. The identification, collection, and storage of hazardous, dangerous, and illegal drugs, substances, and other items. Use and care of firearms, offensive and defensive weapons and safety measures and self-defense tactics. Safe driving principles and practices. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work being performed. Local geography, County streets, public buildings, and businesses. Principles and practices of sound business communication including proper English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation. Basic principles and practices of organizational improvement and culture change. Civil Commission Rules, Ordinances, Human Resources procedures and collective bargaining agreements. Record keeping and report preparations techniques to ensure department compliance. Standard office practices and procedures, and the operations of standard office equipment. Skill to: Use sound judgment and make appropriate decisions in stressful situations and analyze and adapt to new situations quickly. Operate and maintain department issued weapons and qualify periodically as mandated by law. Utilize law enforcement computer systems, mobile devices, and other specialized equipment. Operate firearms and other modern law enforcement equipment. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment. Operate a motor vehicle safely. Ability to: Maintain effective discipline among prisoners during a variety of activities. Perform duties according to established policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions independently. Promote good community relations and build community confidence in the Sheriff's Office. Communicate tactfully, respectfully, and effectively with board members, administrators, staff, and the public, both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with the department's policing and customer service policies. Represent the County effectively in dealings with other law enforcement agencies, community and business organizations, the media, and the public. Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices. Develop and maintain an inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, respect, and engagement. Recognize signs of danger to people, property and grounds associated with the County, and its surrounding areas. Act quickly and calmly in emergencies. Recall names, faces, and details of occurrences. Qualify to use department issued equipment such as firearms and conducted electrical weapons (Tasers).Gather, assemble, evaluate, and analyze facts and evidence. Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare reports for items such as investigations, complaints, and arrests. Interpret, apply, and explain the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions. Meet all pre-employment as well as ongoing peace officer status requirements pursuant to federal, state, and local legislation. Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Effectively communicate with individuals for whom English is not a primary language. Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations and concerned people. Operate a computer and use standard business software. Eligibility for lateral transfer shall be limited
