Correctional Deputy II - Lateral

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).

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

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…