Correctional Officer I (Female only)

County of Nevada • Nevada City, CA

138d

About The Position

As a Correctional Officer, you are an important part of the Sheriff's Office and have the critical responsibility of providing a safe and secure environment at a wide variety of locations and facilities associated with the operations of the jail and courts. The law enforcement field is exciting and provides opportunities for growth with the potential of promotion. This is an incredible opportunity to embark on a career in law enforcement, where you can be part of an essential force dedicated to maintaining order, ensuring safety, and promoting positive change within our correctional facilities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of additional coursework from an accredited college or university in law enforcement or a related field is desirable.
• Previous paid or volunteer experience in a law enforcement support setting is desirable.
• Compliance with all relevant pre and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core training, within 12 months of employment.
• Must qualify and pass firearms range training on a quarterly basis, to carry a semi-automatic handgun.

Responsibilities

• Receives arrestees at the jail; resolves the need for restraints and applies handcuffs, martin chain or leg irons as appropriate.
• Escorts and books arrestees; conducts warrant checks, acquires fingerprints and searches personal property.
• Moves inmates within the facility to various locations and transports inmates to outside facilities such as hospitals, court sessions, other jails, prisons, etc.
• Supervises pods, inspects cells, counts inmates, and searches cells and inmates for contraband and weapons and maintains security of the facility.
• Responds to and deals with inmates exhibiting violent, irrational behaviors in an effective manner.

Benefits

• Up to $5,000 hiring bonus.
• Bilingual pay.
• Relocation incentives.
• Referral bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan repayments.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Safety retirement plans.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED