Correctional Deputy II - Lateral

County of Sonoma (CA); Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary advancement

Premium pay

Differential pay

Paid time off

Health premium contributions

Staff development/wellness

Post-retirement health reimbursement

Retirement

Paid parental leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office seeks qualified Corrections professionals for Correctional Deputy II. Starting salary up to $62.03/hour ($129,464/year) with a comprehensive benefits package. Multiple positions are available.

Candidates must have one year of experience as Correctional Deputy I or equivalent and pass BSCC/PELLETB or POST tests. This non-supervisory role reports to a Correctional Sergeant and requires overtime and shift work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required plus one year of correctional deputy I experience or equivalent.
• Passing BSCC Selection Examination or POST/PELLETB test per local requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security of a correctional facility.
• Supervise incarcerated individuals and respond to emergencies.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and restrain when necessary.
• Work mandatory overtime and all shifts.
• Report to a Correctional Sergeant and Field Training Officer.

Skills

Sound judgment

De-escalation skills

Emergency response

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email

Job description

The Sonoma County Sheriff's office is seeking qualified and experienced Corrections professionals to join their team as a Correctional Deputy II!

Starting salary up to $62.03/hour ($129,464/annually) and a competitive total compensation package!*

Multiple positions are available!

Note: To be considered for this position you must have completed one year of work experience as a Correctional Deputy I or equivalent and achieved a passing score on the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Selection Examination for the Adult Corrections Officer, Juvenile Corrections Officer, and Probation Officer Classifications for Local Corrections or the equivalent Police Officer Standard and Training Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (POST PELLETB).

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
• Premium Pay- for specialty assignments, ranging from 2.5% to 10.0 %
• Differential Pay -for evening and night shifts
• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals and 12 paid holidays per year
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions- 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
• Staff Development/Wellness - Annual benefit allowances of up to $850 and ongoing education/training opportunities
• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement- County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
• Retirement- A pension fully integrated with Social Security
• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
• Additional Benefits- Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
• Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

About the Position

The position of Correctional Deputy II is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of a secured correctional facility. Duties include supervising incarcerated individuals conduct, responding to emergencies, using de-escalation techniques, and working with or restraining violent or combative individuals when necessary. Incumbents will work within a paramilitary command structure and are required to work all shifts and mandatory overtime as operational needs require. This is a non-supervisory position that reports to a Correctional Sergeant and receives field training and direction from a Field Training Officer.

As an ideal candidate for this position you must have previous experience working in a California correctional facility and the ability to remain alert, composed, and effective in a high-risk secured environment.

You will also possess many of the following:

• Sound judgment, decisiveness, and strong communication, problem-solving, and de-escalation skills
• The ability to respond quickly to emergencies and maintain the physical strength, stamina, and readiness required for the role
• Ability to work professionally with difficult incarcerated individuals, including those with mental health needs
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, accept and apply constructive feedback, and follow direction
• Dependability and flexibility to work mandatory overtime as operational needs require
• Proficiency with email communication and Microsoft Word
• California Corrections Academy Core Course and PC 832 training is desired, but not required

About the Sheriff's Office

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office employs over 650 staff to protect and secure the half-million residents within the 1,768 square miles of Sonoma County. The Detention Division's staff of over 300 are committed to serving the County of Sonoma and the State of California by providing a secure, safe, and humane environment for both employees and incarcerated persons. With more than 15 different highly trained and specialized units, you can be confident that a career with the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office will keep you learning and growing.

Would you like to learn more about joining the Sheriff's Office? Visit our Personnel Bureau website or contact us and speak to the Sheriff's recruiting team at [phone] or email [e-mail].

Effective 5/22/23, individuals who possess United States citizenship or status as a permanent resident, OR have the legal authorization to work in the United States under federal law, will be considered to meet the citizenship minimum standards for this position.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill multiple Correctional Deputy II positions in the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.

*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Sonoma County Law Enforcement Association Memorandum Of Understanding (SCLEA MOU) and our Employee Benefits Directory

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience which would provide for the listed knowledge and abilities. Normally, this would include graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable General Education Development Certificate and one year of work experience with an adult correctional institution in a position equivalent to that of a Correctional Deputy I with Sonoma County.

Additional Requirements: In accordance with California Government Code, Section 1029 - 1031, and the California Corrections Standards Authority, Title 15, Section 131, Minimum Standards for Selection, each employee shall meet the following minimum standards: Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment; United States citizenship or status as a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship (if a permanent resident alien has not obtained citizenship within three years after application for employment or is denied citizenship, he/she will be disqualified for peace officer status); have no prior felony conviction nor be under current formal probation supervision; and achieved a passing score on the California Corrections Standards Authority Adult Corrections Officer written exam, or equivalent, prior to appointment.

Candidates certified for employment must be willing to undergo and successfully complete an in-depth background investigation, including a psychological evaluation, finger printing, criminal history check, polygraph, and a medical examination.

Candidates must be willing to work in uniform and willing to work all shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekdays, weekends, holidays, and overtime. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.

The positions advertised in this announcement do not require possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Working knowledge of: modern methods and techniques of dealing with individuals in custody; criminal attitudes and behavior patterns, and the social factors underlying criminal behavior; rules, regulations, practices and procedures in the day-to-day operation and control of the Sheriff's detention facility; the behavior of people in a custody setting.

Ability to: interpret and enforce institutional rules, regulations and other policies with firmness, tact and impartiality; observe inmates and anticipate and avert potential problems; effectively control, direct and instruct inmates individually and in groups; make accurate risk assessments and inmate classifications; read, speak and write English effectively, and interpret written material; make simple arithmetic calculations; read and speak Spanish may be required for certain assignments; use electronic information equipment and specific systems utilized within the department; enter data accurately; use word processing software to prepare clear and concise reports; accurately follow oral and written directions; promote acceptable attitudes and behavior of inmates while in confinement; work with and around a wide variety of people; take verbal abuse; make quick, effective and reasonable decisions in emergencies, and to take appropriate action to include physically restraining violent inmates; work in uniform; work all shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekdays, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.

Responses to supplemental questions will be used in assessing minimum qualifications. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient.

The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:

An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (scored as pass/not pass) . Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job‑related qualifications will be placed on an employment list and referred to the department for selection interviews.

Additional Information

Being part of the Sheriff's Office and being expected to keep the public safe requires a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an assessment of prior work history, verifying educational experiences, court reports, public records searches, and understanding past patterns relating to drug usage, financial patterns, etc. This entails gathering a significant amount of information from job candidates and speaking to former employers, friends, family members, etc. Polygraphs, drug tests, and medical and physical examinations are also part of this process. Candidates must be honest and forthcoming about information that may arise during the background process. Deception during any portion of this process is grounds for disqualification, even after employment. This process can take anywhere from 3-5 months. Many factors are taken into consideration and one should not assume a credit issue or prior drug use is automatically disqualifying. Candidates will be given the opportunity to present mitigating information they feel should be considered. You are encouraged to be as responsive as possible while this process is taking place to help expedite the timeline, and we encourage you to stay patient and interested in this great career opportunity while this process is taking place.

You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.

Please read the Sheriff's Office Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines for further information.

The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

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