DEFINITION
CORRECTIONAL DEPUTY I - Sheriff's Office
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 become a Correctional Deputy I :
Supplemental Information : PLEASE NOTE : The successful candidate for this position will be required to undergo a detailed background investigation.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, maintains security and ensures inmate welfare in the County Correctional Facility or a substation;
oversees operational activities and facilities during an assigned shift; performs related work as assigned. Authority for Correctional Deputy designation is granted by statute in accordance with Penal Code section 830.
1(c). DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry level class in this series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform varied duties related to the operation of the correctional facilities.
As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This class is alternately staffed with Correctional Deputy II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher level class.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE : The level and scope of the knowledge and skills listed below are related to job duties as defined under Distinguishing Characteristics.
Knowledge of :
Skill in :
Other Requirements :
Desirable Education and Experience : A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above is : Correctional Deputy I : Volunteer or paid experience in law enforcement support, intervention or counseling or other work which will have provided the basic knowledge and skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
CalPERS Retirement
Selection Procedure
The County's Human Resources system operates by a set of rules and procedures which ensure that employees are hired and promoted on the basis of merit and fitness for the job.
Jobs are filled through competitive examinations.
A complete online application is required for this position. All application materials will be reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts.
Those candidates considered to be the most qualified, based on the application materials submitted, will be invited to a written and / or oral examination.
Policy of Nondiscrimination
The County of Humboldt does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disability in the admission or access to, treatment or employment in, its programs or activities.
Human Resources is wheelchair-accessible by entering the Courthouse from the ramp located on the east side of the building next to the marked handicapped parking.
Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Contact Human Resources at (707) 476-2349 well in advance of the examination for assistance.
The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.
Reasonable accommodation may be made in the testing procedure as well as the work site. If you need accommodation for an exam due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources office as soon as possible.
Last updated : 2024-03-26
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