Correctional Deputy I (Entry level) - II (Lateral)

Butte County•Oroville, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

This classification is scheduled to receive a 5% COLA effective July 2027. This recruitment is for Correctional Deputy level I and level II (Lateral). Following the close of the recruitment, qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the Physical Agility Test, Oral Interview AND Written Exams that are tentatively scheduled for SATURDAY, November 7, 2026, at 7:45 A.M. Qualified applicants can expect to receive an email notification no later than October 30, 2026, inviting them to the November 7th exam. FLSA: Non-Exempt. 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.

Requirements

Principles, practices, and terminology related to the operation of a correctional facility and the supervision of inmates.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards affecting jail and inmate detention, release, and the legal rights of inmates.
Principles, policies, and procedures related to jail operations, the booking, custody, and release of inmates; inmate rights and discipline; techniques for inmate control; and emergency response.
Basic mathematical principles.
Principles and procedures of recordkeeping.
Court procedures and operations.
Basic functions of law enforcement agencies.
Techniques for dealing with individuals from various socio-economic backgrounds in hostile and/or confrontational situations.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Learn, interpret, apply, and explain federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations and standards affecting correctional facilities.
Administer complex and technical jail operations and programs in an independent and cooperative manner.
Identify and implement effective course of action to complete assigned work.
Keep abreast of trends, technology, and requirements in laws related to supervision of inmates and operations of correctional facilities.
Learn the operations of a jail including the booking, custody, and release of inmates; inmate rights and discipline; techniques for inmate control; and emergency response.
Assess difficult or emergency circumstances and develop, implement, and direct appropriate response strategies.
Organize, implement, and direct jail programs and activities.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Safely use and care for firearms.
Administer basic first aid.
Work under stressful or dangerous conditions, often involving considerable personal risk or risk to others.
Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Must possess a valid US driver’s license upon date of application.
Must obtain California driver’s license following hire date per California DMV regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in law enforcement support, intervention, counseling, or other related work preferred (for Correctional Deputy I).
One (1) year of experience equivalent to the County’s class of Correctional Deputy I or upon completion of the Board of State and Community Corrections (B.S.C.C.) Adult Corrections Officer Core Course and completion of the Penal Code 832 Course in Arrest, Search and Seizure issued by California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (for Correctional Deputy II).

Responsibilities

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; dispenses and oversees meals; schedules medical, counseling, personal and other appointments, and conducts visiting sessions; schedules transportation for appointments and visits outside of the facility; delivers mail and allows inmates to make personal and legal phone calls.
Subdues and restrains persons and uses restraining devices.
Assists medical staff in the distribution of medications; provides security for medical staff as required; screens and refers requests for medical attention; administers emergency first aid as required.
Responds to emergency and non-emergency radio calls; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in incidents; identifies and collects evidence; completes detailed reports and required paperwork.
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.