APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled
SALARY: Level I: $3,506-$4,280 per month*
Level II: $3,874-$4,729 per month*
(plus 10% for Truckee worksite)
* Employees with Satisfactory performance, who start at the first step of this
classification, receive wage increases after the first six months of service.
Future increases occur at one-year intervals up to the maximum salary.
BENEFITS: Employees in this organizational unit accrue time off effective
the date of hire. After one year of service, regular employees assigned to
the normal forty (40) hours work week shall accrue vacation leave at the rate
of 6.6667 hours for each full calendar month of service. Sick leave with pay
for regular employees assigned to the normal forty (40) hour work week shall
accrue at the rate of eight (8) hours of sick leave for each full calendar month
of service and at the end of one year will have been compensated for
thirteen (13) holidays. Retirement is provided by an integrated plan of
California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS 2.7% @ 55) and
Social Security. The County pays 100% of employee costs for dental, optical,
and medical coverage in the County-sponsored PPO plan and pays 74% of
the costs for dependent coverage in the same plans. In addition, the County
provides employee and dependent life insurance and an Employee
Assistance Program.
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Monitors pods, inspects cells, counts inmates, and searches cells and
inmates for contraband and weapons and maintains security of the
facility
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Responds to and deals with inmates exhibiting violent, irrational and/or
psychotic behaviors in a safe and effective manner
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Responds to and assists in dispelling any disturbances or altercations
between inmates within the jail facility
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Monitors inmate safety and well-being, ensures protection of their rights,
and screens, refers and/or responds to requests for medical attention or
other matters
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Supervises and monitors inmates and inmate workers in various
activities such as laundry, maintenance, and other tasks and privileges
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Searches inmates for weapons and illegal items
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Performs Central Control, Front Counter and booking duties
Important:
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Classifies inmates by charges; reviews criminal history, medical
requirements and classification criteria to assign detention areas;
determines type of restraints and equipment needed to transport
inmates safely
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Counsels inmates on behavioral standards, documents infractions of jail
rules, and participates in determining and implementing disciplinary
actions
QUALIFICATIONS:
DEFINITION: Under general supervision, monitors and provides a safe and
secure environment at a wide variety of locations and facilities associated with
the operations of the jail and courts; receives, books, and houses arrestees;
transports inmates providing armed security; monitors the activities of inmates
ensuring their safety and security; supervises inmate workers; assists patrol,
dispatch and supervisors as needed; and performs related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: Correctional Officer I: This is the entry level
class of the series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and
perform a limited number of duties of increasing complexity. This class is flexibly
staffed with Correctional Officer II, and incumbents normally advance to the
higher level after gaining sufficient experience and demonstrating proficiency to
meet the requirements of the higher level. Correctional Officer II: This is the
journey-level class in the series, fully qualified to independently perform the full
range of duties. Incumbents may provide training and guidance to less
experienced employees.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
Essential:
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Receives arrestees at jail; determines need for restraints and applies
handcuffs, martin chain or leg irons as appropriate
Escorts and books arrestees; conducts warrant checks, obtains finger
prints and searches personal property and arrestees for contraband and
weapons
Receives and reviews bail bonds for the courts and releases inmates
from custody
Moves inmates within the facility to various locations and transports
inmates to outside facilities such as hospitals, court sessions, other
jails, prisons, etc.
Knowledge of:
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Correct English grammar, spelling and punctuation
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Operations of computers at a basic level
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Principles, practices, procedures and terminology used in law
enforcement correctional work
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Applicable laws, codes and regulations governing the detention, release
and legal rights of inmates
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Techniques for dealing with a variety of people under hostile and
emergency situations
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Operation and maintenance of equipment used in the County jail
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Proper methods of restraint and transportation of inmates
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Methods and procedures of firearm use and safety
Skill in:
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Handling the physical aspects of hostile, emergency situations
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Learning new tasks quickly
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Making sound decisions under pressure
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Communicating with hostile people in confined and uncomfortable
environments
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Preparing incident reports and maintaining records
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Making rapid, sound independent judgments within legal and procedural
guidelines
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Determining appropriate responses to situations involving the custody
and security of jail inmates
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Interpreting and applying applicable codes, regulations and policies
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Predicting and preventing problems between inmates in confined areas
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Applying basic first aid and CPR
Education and Experience: Level I: High school diploma or GED.
Completion of additional coursework in law enforcement or a related field,
and previous paid or volunteer experience in a law enforcement support
setting is desirable. Level II (in addition to the above): Supplemental
education and training in peace officer and correctional officer standards and
practices; and one year of experience at a level equivalent to the Correctional
Officer I classification in Nevada County.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: Both levels: Possession of a valid
California driver's license within 30 days of hire. Level I: Compliance with all
relevant pre- and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code
sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest
and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core
training, within 12 months of employment. Must qualify and pass at the
firearms range on a quarterly basis, to carry a semi-automatic handgun.
Level II (in addition to the above): Compliance with all relevant pre- and postemployment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832
and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and
State Board of Corrections mandated core training, prior to employment.
COPIES OF DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATES OR
LICENSES LISTED ON EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS MUST
BE ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Possess ample
strength and agility to restrain people alone and with the assistance of others
while wearing a duty belt and ballistic vest, and lift or maneuver people
weighing more than 165 pounds; mobility to perform the full range of
reaching, bending, grasping and climbing movements; manual dexterity to
operate restraints, firearms, pod consoles, and computer keyboards; ability
to wear respiratory protection equipment; vision sufficient to qualify for
firearms certification; sufficient speech and hearing to communicate in
person and via telephone and radio. Ability to work in a closed, stressful
and noisy environment which may include exposure to communicable
disease, violent behavior, and physical altercations. Must work overtime, oncall, weekends and holidays.
Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for
otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such
accommodations. Successful applicants must also pass the PC 832
Arrest & Firearms training and Correctional Officer Core Course within
one year of appointment. The physical testing required for these
courses are as follows: complete a 50 yard sprint within 20 seconds;
demonstrate ability to drag a 165 lb. weight (dummy) for a distance of
20 feet or more within 30 seconds; demonstrate ability to walk a total
distance of 75 feet within 30 seconds while wearing a 30 pound
backpack; walk/run a 15 yard distance plus flight of 10 stairs up and
back within 30 seconds.
Mobility and manual dexterity to work in a standard office environment, use
standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings; speech and hearing
to communicate in person and by telephone; vision to read handwritten and
printed materials and a computer screen. Some accommodations may be
made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who
require and request such accommodations.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Both Levels: Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a United States citizen within one year of appointment. Must not
have convictions for a felony. Must submit to and pass a background
investigation, psychological evaluation, medical examination and a voice
stress test. This class description lists the major duties and requirements of
the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by
each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties
other than those contained in this document and may be required to have
specific job-related knowledge and skills.
SELECTION PROCESS: All applications will be reviewed by a preliminary
screening committee. Applicants who pass the screening will be invited to
participate in a written examination. After successfully passing the written
examination, you may appear before an oral examination board, which will
evaluate education, experience and personal qualifications of job applicants.
Appointment will be based upon the results of a personal interview by the
hiring department. NOTE: The screening process can take up to 3 weeks.
All applicants will be notified of the final decision by mail. Successful
candidates will be fingerprinted and may be subject to pre-employment drug
tests and background checks.
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY: Nevada County policy prohibits
discrimination in employment or in the provision of services because of race,
color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical handicap
(including AIDS), medical condition (cancer related), age (over 40), marital
status or sexual orientation. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply
for employment. We will give fair consideration to all applicants, including
persons with disabilities capable of performing the essential functions of the
job with reasonable accommodation. The Human Resources Director
coordinates the administration of this policy. Please contact the Human
Resources Department at least five working days before a scheduled
examination/interview
to
request
accommodation
in
the
examination/interview process.
FOR APPLICATION INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Nevada County
Human Resources Department, Eric Rood Administrative Center, 950 Maidu
Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959-8617, JOB LINE (530) 265-1225 (Option
1) FAX: (530) 265-9841 or visit www.mynevadacounty.com.
COPIES OF DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES
LISTED ON EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS MUST BE ATTACHED TO
THE APPLICATION. The Human Resources Department will not return any
documents submitted in the application process, including copies of job
applications for future reference.
Resumes attached to a completed
application are welcome, but they will not be considered in lieu of a
completed application. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and
Control Act of 1986, any person hired by the County of Nevada must
produce certain documents establishing his/her identity and right to work. In
addition, the law requires any person who is hired to attest, under penalty of
perjury, to his/her employment eligibility on a form prepared by the U.S.
Department of Justice.
County of Nevada
- Job Opportunity CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I/II
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications
at time of application
Retirement benefits of 2.7% @ 55
Final Filing Date
Open Until Filled