Correctional Deputy II

Correctional Deputy II

When you work for the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office, you aren't just another employee, you are family. Our family is growing and we want YOU to join! We are looking for people who like to stay busy, can multi task and have excellent communication skills while still being able to understand and maintain confidentiality standards.

Why work for the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office:

• Opportunities for growth and career advancement
• Numerous specialty positions
• Overtime availability, hazard pay, uniform allowance, and benefits
• PERS retirement
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid leave
• Hiring Bonus for new hires as follows:
• $3,000.00 upon hire and completion of the Facility Training Program
• $3,000.00 upon completion of probationary period (12 months)
• $3,000.00 thirty-six months from hire date with continuous service as a Correctional Deputy II. The third payment will be extended by any amount of time on a leave of absence.

Please Note:

• This recruitment is open until filled. Human Resources reserves the right to close this recruitment at any time. Applications will be screened on a weekly basis.
• The successful candidate for this position will be required to undergo a detailed background investigation.
• Evening, night and weekend work may be required.

Under immediate or general supervision, maintains facility security and inmate welfare in a County Jail; oversees and directs the work of inmates in structured situations and the community during an assigned shift; prepares clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports and other written materials; maintains accurate records, logs, and files; and performs related duties as assigned.

Receives immediate (Correctional Deputy I) to general (Correctional Deputy II) supervision from a Correctional Sergeant. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

Correctional Deputy II :
This is the fully qualified journey-level classification in the Correctional Deputy series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Correctional Deputy I-level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Positions in the Correctional Deputy class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the II-level are typically filled by advancement from the I-level after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for, and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of, the higher-level classification.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignment of different positions.

• Maintains inmate security in accordance with laws, regulations, and institutional philosophy, including monitoring inmate activity, documenting inmate incidents, and searching the facilities and inmates for contraband and weapons.
• Processes incoming inmates, fingerprints at intake, and releases from custody; maintains files and logs on inmates; inventories and secures property and valuables.
• Interviews inmates to classify and assign them to the appropriate detention area and activities; screens and recommends inmates for pretrial or other programs.
• Supervises and monitors inmate work crews at various work sites as assigned; provides training, orientation, and guidance, and explains program rules and guidelines; ensures inmates' compliance with instructions, rules, regulations, and standards of security and safety.
• Supervises inmate exercise and recreation, as well as visiting and similar privileges; escorts inmates within the jail areas; provides security for medical staff as required.
• Subdues and restrains persons and uses restraining devices.
• Assists medical staff in the distribution of medications; screens and refers requests for medical attention; administers emergency first aid as required.
• Documents incidents, including calling the supervisor on radio or phone to articulate incidents; compiles accurate and logical reports.
• Inspects facilities and reports the need for maintenance or unusual situations; submits issues with and/or requests clothing and supplies.
• Surveys and evaluates emergency situations; provides immediate response with proper action; communicates with inmates one-on-one, or in groups.
• Accompanies and transports inmates to court, other facilities, attorney visits, and medical appointments.
• Testifies in court as subpoenaed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and ability required to perform the job class of Correctional Deputy II. While in the job class of Correctional Deputy I the qualifications shall be the ability to train and learn these performance measures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to…