Correctional Officer I- $7,500.00 NEW HIRE BONUS

About the Department

* * * * * $7,500.00 NEW HIRE BONUS * * * * *

DEFINITION

 

Under supervision, to work in a training capacity learning to supervise inmates at the County Correctional Facility; to learn and enforce Facility rules and maintain Facility security; to learn procedures and methods for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates; to be responsible for overseeing work and leisure activities of inmates during an assigned shift; and to do related work as required.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

 

This is the entry and the training level in the Correctional Officer series.  Incumbents initially work in a training capacity.  As knowledge and skills increase, they are given more independent responsibilities.  After successful completion of the training period, incumbents are eligible for advancement to the next higher class of Correctional Officers II.  

 

REPORTS TO

 

Sheriff Sergeant, Sheriff Commander

 

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED

 

None

Position Duties

The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed.

• Assists with the supervision, security, and conduct of inmates at the County Correctional Facility.
• Learns the processes for booking and discharging inmates.
• Issues clothing and supplies to new inmates.
• Arranges for inmate transportation, if necessary.
• Learns to develop and maintain inmate and Facility records.
• Promotes acceptable attitudes and behaviors of inmates to assist them in adjusting to a confinement setting.
• Receives and maintains the personal property of inmates.
• Returns or sends personal property to inmates upon discharge.
• Learns the techniques and methods employed in searching inmates for contraband, weapons, or use of narcotics.
• Learns to classify incoming inmates and place them in proper cells.
• Conducts roll calls and head counts.
• Checks work areas to insure that inmates are working on assigned projects.
• Sees that cells, facilities, and grounds are kept sanitary.
• Assists with the search of cells and other areas for contraband.
• Maintains discipline among inmates.
• Opens and censors incoming mail.
• Responds to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Correctional Facility policies within the constraints of Department regulations.
• Learns to operate equipment and utilize teletype communications.
• Testifies in court and before disciplinary boards.
• Dispenses insulin and other pre-packaged medications.
• Learns to investigate crimes and incidents within the facility.
• Supervises inmates and visitors during visiting hours.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• First aid techniques.
• Basic knowledge of correctional procedures and inmate control problems.

Ability to:

• Learn the purposes, methods, and procedures for the care and custody of inmates at the Amador County Correctional Facility.
• Learn to perform a wide variety of corrections work.
• Understand and interpret laws and regulations relating to arrest, booking, and the retention and treatment of prisoners and correctional facility operations.      
• Make independent judgements and adopt quick, effective, and responsible courses of action during emergencies.
• Write clear and comprehensive reports and review reports prepared by staff.
• Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance and agility.
• Effectively represent the Sheriff Department in contacts with the public and other law enforcement agencies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationship with those contacted during the course of work.
• Type at a rate of 45 words per minute.

Other Qualifications

Any combination of training which would likely provide the required knowledge and experience is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Some previous experience working with a correctional system is highly desirable.