RECRUITMENT TESTING SCHEDULE: Dates below may be subject to change, if enough candidates do not respond to the exam invitation.

- MONDAY, JUNE 3, 2024:

• Written Exam - 9:00am*

• Physical Agility Exam - 1:00pm

*If you have a previous California BSCC Selection Exam for Adult Corrections Officer, Juvenile Corrections Officer, and Probation Officer Classifications dated within one year from June 3, 2024 and aT-Score of 42.0 or higher, please be sure to attach it as a PDF with your application. If provided with your application, you will not be required to take the written exam again.

- THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2024:

• Oral Panel Interview
  (All applicants may be invited to the Oral Panel interview, however, please note, only those candidates who pass ALL THREE EXAMS (written, physical agility, and oral panel) will move forward in the recruitment process.

- TBD:

• Hiring Interview

ABOUT THE JOB:

Correctional Officers perform a full range of complex tasks and work under direction within a framework of established procedures. At this level, they work with only occasional instruction or assistance. Work is reviewed upon completion and for overall results; requires interpretation of policies, procedures and guidelines. Officers may be assigned to jail duty, bailiff duty, transportation of prisoners or the Work Release Program.

Under general supervision, performs security, clerical and general work activities as assigned to specific functions associated with jail duty, bailiff duty, transportation of prisoners, Work Release Program.NOTICE: All correspondences, notices and invitations to test and/or interview will be via e-mail through Governmentjobs.com/NEOGOV. Please be sure to set-up your inbox to receive them or check your junk-mail to make sure you are receiving Sutter County's recruitment communications.  
 The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other related duties may be required and assigned.
 
Assignment to Jail-Transportation:

1. Enforces facility policies and procedures; maintains inmate discipline.
2. Supervises, observes and monitors inmate activities in the facility on a continual basis; takes head counts of inmates as required.
3. Processes booking of inmates in/out of facility; completes applicable forms; secures personal property; makes photographic and fingerprinting records of incoming arrestees.
4. Ensures the general health, welfare, security and safety of inmates.
5. Maintains and controls jail supplies.
6. Takes, records and delivers inmate commissary orders, participates in the distribution of mail and the supervision of telephone usage.
7. Serves as control room, key room, and visitation room officer.
8. Transports inmates to/from courts, state institutions, other jails, hospitals or elsewhere as directed.
9. Watches video monitor to assure facility security; makes rounds of facility to maintain security; checks locks, alarms and other security devices.
10. Searches inmates, mail, cells, or other jail facilities to locate/remove contraband.
11. Assists with conducting searches for escapees.
12. Assists officers in restraining violent/unruly arrestees.
13. Processes dispositions on warrants and warrants for booking.

 
Assignment to Bailiff:

1. Serves at the pleasure and direction of the various courts.
2. Consults with the judge to review court calendar or exchange other information.
3. Maintains a security presence in the courtroom to ensure safety of court personnel, to identify/prevent disturbances of court proceedings, and to identify/prevent potential violence or use of weapons.
4. Prepares and/or reviews court calendars.
5. Escorts inmates to/from court appearances; oversees the custody and care of inmates present in court.
6. Calls the court to order; seats the jury and witnesses.
7. Provides security for care and safety of the jury.
8. Performs security checks of court buildings and facilities.
9. Performs various errands as needed.

Assignment to Work Release Program:

1. Coordinates all aspects of the inmate work release program with Sheriff's Department staff.
2. Enforces all rules and conditions related to the work release program.
3. Schedules, arranges, and assists in the selection of work project sites; determines project priority based on program criteria; tours job sites; evaluates safety of site; prepares training sites.
4. Screens, determines eligibility of, and recommends inmates for participation in the work release program; assigns work locations based on inmate capability.
5. Coordinates transportation, equipment and supplies required by the program.
6. Supervises, trains, and directs inmates on work release; evaluates the work performance of inmates assigned to the program.
7. Directly responsible for the care, custody and control of all inmates, equipment, and vehicles assigned to the program during working hours.
8. Supervises operation of grounds maintenance equipment utilized by inmates.
9. Contacts inmates by phone or at home to follow up on failure to report for work.
10. Coordinates use/rental of sheriff's training center by approved groups.
11. Maintains equipment, building, posse arena, and firing range, performing minor repairs.

 All Assignments:

1. Operates a computer to enter, modify and review data.
2. Prepares and/or generates various forms and documentation.
3. Reviews various documentation and processes, forwards, or takes other action as appropriate.
4. Maintains departmental records.
5. Communicates via telephone and two-way radio, provides information, takes messages and/or directs calls as appropriate.
6. Responds to requests for information or assistance.

Knowledge of: Departmental policies, procedures and activities as they relate to the performance of duties; rules and regulations governing the handling of inmates in detention and/or work release program; security procedures; occupational hazards and safety techniques; safety/health rules and regulations; legal and courtroom procedures; scheduling, arranging and selection of work release program sites; basic mathematics; specialized security and law enforcement equipment and tools; standard office equipment; and basic computer applications and techniques; principles and techniques for preparing, monitoring and maintaining record keeping systems.
 
Ability to: Restrain individuals without causing physical harm; establish and maintain effective working relationships with prisoners, jail staff, courtroom officials, work release participants, other department staff, and members of the public; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; prepare and maintain records; develop, coordinate and maintain jail inmate work release program and coordinate community needs for general labor with the jail work release program; operate specialized security and law enforcement equipment and tools; operate standard office equipment; operate a motor vehicle; utilize various computer software programs relevant to the position.
 
Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent GED certificate; and, successful completion of the California Penal Code 832 after completion of the S.T.C. Certified Jail Operations Course.
 Essential Duties require the following physical skills and work requirements:
Requires the ability to maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of exercising sound judgment and rational thinking under varied circumstances; ability to think and act quickly in emergencies; effectively deal with personal danger; maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities including subduing resisting individuals, chasing fleeing subjects, running, crouching or crawling during emergency operations, moving equipment and injured/deceased persons, climbing stairs/ladders, performing life-saving and rescue procedures; operate assigned equipment and vehicles; requires sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as using a computer; data entry or use of other office equipment or supplies; maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observation and communicating with others; may be subject to uncomfortable working conditions including exposure to dust, noise, heat or cold.
 
Other Requirements: Shall not have been convicted of a felony in this state or any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, or of any offense in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in this state, pursuant to Government Code, Section 1029; shall have a good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation pursuant to Government Code Section 1031; shall be a citizen of the State of California pursuant to Government Code 24103. Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
 
License or Certificate:Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License. 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 complete the department firearms training and qualify and pass at the firearms range on a quarterly basis, to carry an assigned and/or approved handgun.

Recruitment Process: The recruitment process for this position includes completing an application and participating in oral interview(s). Please notify the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date for this position if you believe you have a disability, which would make it difficult to participate in any portion of the recruitment process and would require reasonable accommodation. Sutter County reserves the right to require medical documentation concerning the need for accommodation. Offers of employment are contingent upon investigation of employment history, references, drug testing, medical review/exam and fingerprinting in addition to other appropriate requirements of the position. NOTE: Sutter County utilizes E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of employees to work in the United States. The County of Sutter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Sutter County encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.