Correctional Officer I
Correctional Officer I
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10-04-2025
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$ 66144 - 80392
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
10-04-2025
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- A chance to MAKE A DIFFERENCEA start to YOUR CAREER in law enforcementUp to$10000hiring incentivePAYThe County of Yolo is recruiting to fill multiple regular fulltime positions in the class of Correctional Officer I at the Yolo County Sheriffs Office.
Applications will be reviewed on a WEEKLY basis and applicants that satisfy the minimum qualifications will be referred to the Sheriffs Office every Monday to be scheduled for a hiring panel interview. Applicants that pass the interview will be invited to the written exam. Successful candidates will be asked to begin the background process which can potentially result in a conditional job offer.THE POSITIONSelected candidates will be assigned to work at the Monroe Detention Center in Woodland CA. Under direct supervision to assist in the guarding control and supervision of inmates at an adult detention facility; and to do other related work as required.This is the entry level class into the Correctional Officer series. Incumbents are expected to perform a variety of duties in inmate intake processing and custody; in a training capacity learn to perform the full range of correctional duties characteristic of the class of Correctional Officer II. Incumbents are expected to fully qualify for Correctional Officer II at the end of one year in this position.CLICKHERETO GET AN INSIDE LOOKHOW TO APPLYThis recruitment will be open until the positions are filled. Interested applicants are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application and responses to supplemental questions at their earliest opportunity. For more important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement below.IMPORTANT
If you have taken this exam within the last twelve months and wish to transfer yourTScorereceived from the exam in lieu of retaking the exam pleaseATTACH verification of yourTScore to your online application.Documentation must include the following information: date of exam title of examTScorereceived and must be on agency letterhead. Essential Functions
The following duties are typical of those performed by the incumbent in this classification; however other duties may also be required:
- Receives books and processes incoming inmates; prepares related paperwork; photographs inmates and takes fingerprints.
- Maintains security through key door tool and equipment control.
- Receives visitors; processes correspondence phone calls and request slips.
- Controls contraband through routine facility and inmate searches; supervises the conduct and security of inmates in cells and in movement during meals visitation and institutional activities.
- Supervises inmates in the performance of assigned duties; is responsible for the discipline and control of inmates; assists medical and psychiatric staff in the management of inmates.
- Promotes positive attitudes among inmates through instruction and discipline.
- Watches for changes in moods or attitudes among the inmates that might indicate a security or safety risk.
- Investigates noncriminal incidents within the facility.
- Performs monetary transactions data terminal operations and processing of booking bail warrants and court paperwork.
- Prepares prisoners for and assists in their transportation; processes inmate discharges and release.
- Arranges for medical care of sick and/or injured inmates.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from high school or possession of G.E.D.
Age: Applicants must be minimum 21 years of age at time of appointment
Background Requirements: Shall not have been convicted of a felony in this state or any other state or in any Federal jurisdiction; or convicted of any offense in any other state or in any Federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in this state.
Shall have good moral character and integrity as determined by a thorough background investigation according to specifications of the State of California Board of Corrections
License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California drivers license Class C or higher to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.Knowledge of: criminal attitudes and behavior patterns; purposes and methods of discipline as applied to persons under criminal confinement.Ability to: interpret and enforce institutional rules regulations and policies with firmness tact and impartiality; effectively control direct and instruct inmates individually and in groups; understand and follow rules oral and written instructions; promote acceptable attitudes and behavior of inmates; make quick effective and reasonable decisions in emergencies; learn and use radio safety and security equipment emergency medical equipment fire suppression and evacuation equipment; operate office equipment and type simple forms and reports; conduct cell and body searches; respond to emergencies which may include breaking up fights holding a person down or avoiding a punch; lift and carry bodies run up stairs in emergencies climb stairs and walk all day or stand for long periods of time; hear radio alarms phones or low sounds; identify sounds in emergency situations; operate control panels and switches; remove materials from cells conduct searches and pat downs; remove handcuffs; bend stoop squat kneel and crawl.Application & Selection Process
It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference.
Your application should highlight all relevant education training and experience and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the closing date. Application information must be current concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. In addition to a completed application applicants are required to submit a completed supplemental questionnaire for this position. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
SELECTIONS PROCEDURE
The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps may change with or without notice.- Screen for Minimum Qualifications
- Department Selection Interview
- Written Examination
- Behavioral Assessment
- Background Investigation
- Final interview with the Sheriff and/or the Sheriffs designee
- Conditional Job Offer pending:
- Psychological Exam
- Medical Exam
WRITTEN EXAMThis is a continuous filing recruitment that includes multiple exam sessions throughout the year. Please make note of the tentative dates listed below.EXAM DATE WEEK OF 2/24/2025 WEEK OF 4/14/2025 WEEK OF 5/26/2025 WEEK OF 7/7/2025 WEEK OF TBD WEEK OF TBD WEEK OF TBD WEEK OF TBD Additional exam information is outlined below.- Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date time and location of the examination to the email address included in the application.
- This exam will be a multiplechoice examination that assesses the key knowledge skills and abilities that are required for this position.
- Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination in conjunction with any county or veterans preference points.
- The exam we administer is the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) exam for Adult Corrections Officer Juvenile Corrections Officer and Probation Officer Classifications for Local Corrections.
The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) has provided aCandidate Orientation Booklet to be used as an aidwhen preparing for this examination. Please clickhereto leave this webpage and view the Candidate Orientation Booklet.Candidate Orientation Booklet is located under the Selection Standards Information tabCONTACT INFORMATIONFor questions about the position or about employment with the County please contact Human Resources by email at or by phone at.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons regardless of sex sexual orientation race color ancestry religious creed national origin physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS) mental disability medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information) age 40 or over) marital status pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at at least five 5 business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor rehabilitation counselor or other qualified professional will be required.
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Employment Type
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