Correctional Technician - and Limited Term

Correctional Technician I

The Sheriff's Office is seeking self-motivated administrative support professionals to fill permanent and Limited Term, full-time Correctional Technician positions.

Correctional Technician I is part of a career series for Correctional Technician I/II/III. Correctional Technician I is the entry level position of the Correctional Technician series. Upon appointment to the position, new employees will undergo a comprehensive training program with frequent evaluation. After initial training, incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of duties for the position. Under general supervision, incumbents in the position perform a variety of duties in support of maintaining a safe and secure custody environment.

Responsibilities include booking, processing, and monitoring of detainees, and performing other related work as required.

In addition, incumbents may be assigned to reception, booking, control rooms or other areas of the County Jail or Court Services. Assignments may require responsibilities associated with the oversight of inmate's activities and verbal inmate interaction on a limited basis. This series is distinguished from Correctional Deputy in that the latter is responsible for law enforcement activities inside and outside of detention facilities.

Employees hired into limited term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent, full-time employees, therefore will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health, and pension benefits. If hired into a limited term position, the current sunset date is June 30, 2029. This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in law enforcement or corrections and possess excellent administrative support skills, including knowledge of common computer software and applications, and strong attention to detail. Correctional Technician applicants must be honest, possess integrity, and be able to take direction, as well as work independently, when required. The ability to effectively interact with a diverse population including, but not limited to, correctional deputies, arresting officers, probation staff, and administrative support staff is key.

A strong work ethic and excellent communication, multi-tasking, and record keeping skills are required. The ability to work amidst noise and interruption, as well as deal with difficult individuals and environments at times is a must.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (GED) Certificate. Applicants in this classification must have the ability to type at a speed of 35 net wpm and will be required to provide a copy of a typing certificate during the recruitment process.

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.