Correctional Officer, Sr. jobs in Santa Maria, CA
Correctional Officer, Sr. enforces rules and regulations in a prison, jail or other holding facility. Presides over prisoners awaiting trial or those who have been convicted of a crime. Being a Correctional Officer, Sr. oversees prisoner conduct and safety. Supervises prisoners during meals, recreation, work and other daily activities. Additionally, Correctional Officer, Sr. documents violations and takes appropriate disciplinary actions. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Firearms Certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Correctional Officer, Sr. works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Correctional Officer, Sr. typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Correctional Officer, Sr. jobs
Sheriff's Correctional Deputy
- County of San Luis Obispo
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San Luis Obispo, CA
FULL_TIME
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The Sheriff's Office is seeking self-motivated, dedicated team players to fill the position of Correctional Deputy. In this role, you will be responsible for performing the full range of duties related to the custody, supervision, and counseling of inmates.
Incumbents in this class work in the County Jail which houses all persons arrested in San Luis Obispo County who are either sentenced or awaiting trial. Under general supervision incumbents are responsible for the intake, custody, welfare, healthcare, programs, services, transportation, and release of inmates in the custody of the Sheriff; investigate crimes that arise from custodial assignments; and perform other related work as required.
The physical agility component of this recruitment is scheduled on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Candidates who successfully pass the physical agility examination will be invited to interview on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
Click here, to learn more about the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office division and units.
Click here, to view the full job description for Sheriff's Correctional Deputy.The ideal candidate will possess formal education in corrections or law enforcement and possess a knowledge of Custody division programs, policies and procedures. Candidates must be honest, possess integrity, and be able to take direction, as well as work independently when required. The ability to effectively interact with a diverse population including, but not limited to, inmates, arresting officers, probation staff, and administrative support staff is key. A strong work ethic and excellent communication and observation skills are desired. The ability to adapt to various environments, think quick on your feet, and multi-task is a must.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or possession of a General Educational Development (GED) Certificate indicating high school graduation level.
Licenses and Certificates:
A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Within 90 days of appointment must satisfactorily complete P.C. 832 Arrest and Firearms Training. Within 6 months of appointment must obtain and keep valid both First Aid and CPR training. Within 12 months of appointment must satisfactorily complete the Standards & Training for Correction (STC), Adult Corrections Officer Core Course. Thereafter, the STC annual required training must be met.
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.
The Recruitment Process:- A mandatory physical agility test will be the first step in the recruitment process for all who meet minimum qualifications.
- Physical agility examination scheduled on Wednesday May 15, 2024.
- Candidates who pass the physical agility test will be invited to participate in panel interviews.
- Finalists will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process.
- 550 Yard Run
- Push-Ups
- Sit-Ups
- Pull-Ups
Event 1 - 550 Yard Run: 165 seconds or less target time.
Event 2 - Push-Ups: Two (2) minute max time limit for as many as you can do with proper form. During the exercise you can only rest in "plank" position; plank must have proper form; knees cannot touch the ground.
Event 3 - Sit-Ups: Two (2) minute max time limit for as many as you can do with proper form. During the exercise, arms must be behind the head or crossed over the chest; candidate can rest in up position.
Event 4 - Pull-Ups: Must attempt at least one (1) unassisted rep starting in "hang" position; candidate can rest in "hang" position; kipping is permitted. Note: If you attempt the pull-up and are not able to complete it, you do have that ability to make up those points with the push-ups and sit-ups.
Since one of the events involves running, you can prepare for the test by practicing both short sprints and longer runs.
The other three events involve upper body and core strength. It is possible to condition yourself for these by doing similar total body exercises.
As mentioned above, scores are cumulative for all events. The scoring system below can be used to determine different exercise combinations that will yield a passing score for the physical agility exam. Candidates must attain a cumulative score of 30 in order to pass. Please note that the scores reflected below will be used for this recruitment, however, are subject to change at any time. Please do not refer to this chart for future recruitments. Scores will be reposted with each recruitment to be sure candidates are receiving the most up to date information available.
** 30 Point Minimum Passing Score **Push-Up Sit-Up Pull-Up 1-4 = 3 >10 = 0 1 = 6 5-7 = 4 11-17 = 1 2-4 = 7 8-10 = 5 18-22 = 2 5-7 = 8 11-13 = 6 23-27 = 3 7 = 9 14-16 = 7 28-32 = 4 17 = 9 33-38 = 6 39-44= 8 45 = 9
Hours:550-YARD RUN Conversion of Time to Points Time (Seconds) Points Time (Seconds) Points 53 to 55.8 50 126.5 to 129.3 25 55.9 to 58.7 49 129.4 to 132.3 24 58.8 to 61.7 48 132.4 to 135.2 23 61.8 to 64.6 47 135.3 to 138.1 22 64.7 to 67.6 46 138.2 to 141.1 21 67.7 to 70.5 45 141.2 to 144 20 70.6 to 73.5 44 144.1 to 147 19 73.6 to 76.4 43 147.1 to 149.9 18 76.5 to 79.3 42 150 to 152.8 17 79.4 to 82.3 41 152.9 to 155.8 16 82.4 to 85.2 40 155.9 to 158.7 15 85.3 to 88.2 39 158.8 to 161.7 14 88.3 to 91.1 38 161.8 to 164.6 13 91.2 to 94 37 164.7 to 167.5 12 94.1 to 97 36 167.6 to 170.5 11 97.1 to 99.9 35 170.6 to 173.4 10 100 to 102.9 34 173.5 to 176.4 9 103 to 105.8 33 176.5 to 179.3 8 105.9 to 108.7 32 179.4 to 182.2 7 108.8 to 111.7 31 182.3 to 185.2 6 111.8 to 114.6 30 185.3 to 188.1 5 114.7 to 117.6 29 188.2 to 191.1 4 117.7 to 120.5 28 191.2 to 194 3 120.6 to 123.4 27 194.1 to 196.9 2 123.5 to 126.4 26 197 to 199.9 1 - This position is scheduled to work three 12-hour shifts in a week and one 8-hour shift every other week. The shifts are scheduled as either 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. – 7 a.m.
- Limited 40 hour workweek assignments, Monday-Friday, 8 hour shifts.
Perhaps obvious, but this position does require you to work in the jail. Working inside a jail can be considered a "difficult" or "challenging" environment for some. In many situations, inmates in which you have close contact with have poor personal hygiene, may be violent, mentally ill, and/or use vulgar language, among other things. The work environment can be loud, overcrowded, have offensive odors, and be physically demanding.
Click here to watch a video tour of the jail.
Background Investigation:
To accept a position with the Sheriff's Office, you must successfully complete a Sheriff's Background Investigation. Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion. Please review the below list:
- Any felony conviction
- Recent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adult
- Poor employment history
- Any sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugs
- Recent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substance
- Poor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidents
- Recent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adult
- Any act of domestic violence, as defined by law
- Any crime committed against a child
- Behavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected class
- Any material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background process
Other Conditions of Employment:
Age and Citizenship: All applicants must meet the age and citizenship requirements of California Government Code 1031. Written proof of the foregoing is required.
Character: Good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation. No convictions by any State, the Federal Government, or a foreign government of a crime, which could have been punishable by imprisonment in a Federal Penitentiary or a State prison. - 1 Day Ago
Sheriff's Correctional Deputy (Lateral Transfer)
- County of San Luis Obispo
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San Luis Obispo, CA
FULL_TIME
- This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled. Are you a highly regarded, experienced Correctional Deputy or Correctional Officer in California with a proven track record of succe...
- 11 Days Ago
Sheriff's Correctional Deputy - Female Only
- County of San Luis Obispo
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San Luis Obispo, CA
FULL_TIME
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Security Officer
- French Hospital Medical Center
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SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA
PART_TIME
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Detention Officer
- G4S
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Santa Maria, CA
FULL_TIME
- Job Introduction HIRING NOW! PLEASE CLICK APPLY OR TEXT "JOBS" TO 561-660-9797 FROM YOUR SMARTPHONE! The world's leading private security organization, G4S, has an immediate job opportunity for a Dete...
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Police Officer
- City of Paso Robles
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Paso Robles, CA
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Front of House - No Experience Required
- Chick-fil-A
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Santa Maria, CA
- At Chick-fil-A, the Team Member role is more than just a job, it's an opportunity. In addition to working directly for a...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Back of House - No Experience Required
- Chick-fil-A
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Santa Maria, CA
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Water Well Driller - WEEKLY PAY - HIRING IMMEDIATELY!
- LF Staffing Services, Inc.
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Santa Maria, CA
- Job Description Job Description Labor Finders is currently looking for an experienced water well driller with at least 3...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sheriff's Correctional Deputy (Lateral Transfer)
- County of San Luis Obispo, CA
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San Luis Obispo, CA
- Salary : $74,484.80 - $95,056.00 Annually Location : San Luis Obispo, CA Job Type: Permanent - Hourly Job Number: 1222KS...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Quality Engineer
- Launch Technical Workforce Solutions
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Santa Maria, CA
- INIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION BS degree preferred or equivalent work experience in related fields. 5-7 years exp...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Correctional Officer
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
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Lompoc, CA
- Why work for the Federal Bureau of Prisons? To protect society and positively change the lives of those in our care. You...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Police Officer- Lateral
- City of Santa Maria (CA)
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Santa Maria, CA
- OPPORTUNITY Closing Date: Continuous Interview Date: TBD Second Interview Date: TBD Desired Start Date: TBD OPPORTUNITY ...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
Admin Assistant / Patient Coordinator
- Akeso Occupational Health
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Santa Maria, CA
- Job Type Temporary Description Greet, instruct, direct and schedule patients and visitors. Process patients through comp...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Santa Maria, California
Santa Maria is a city near the Southern California coast in Santa Barbara County. It is approximately 65 miles (105 km) northwest of Santa Barbara and 150 miles (240 km) northwest of downtown Los Angeles. Its estimated 2018 population was 108,470, making it the most populous city in the county and the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA Metro Area. The city is notable for its wine industry and Santa Maria-style barbecue. Sunset magazine called Santa Maria "The West's Best BBQ Town".
Santa Maria is located at 34°57′5″N 120°26′0″W / 34.95139°N 120.43333°W / 34.95139; -120.43333 (34.951377, -120.433...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Correctional Officer, Sr. jobs
$56,375 to $70,637
Santa Maria, California area prices
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