Salary : $85,612.80 - $111,280.00 AnnuallyLocation : Napa, CAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 1069-2024-03-11Department: CorrectionsOpening Date: 05/14/2024Closing Date: ContinuousThe Napa ValleyInternationally known for its fine wines exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage.Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities. The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.Napa County as an EmployerAs an organization, the County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more The PositionNapa County is recruiting to establish an Eligibility List for the position of Correctional Officer I/II - Male and Correctional Officer I/II - Female. Under California Code of Regulations Title 15, gender is a bona fide occupational qualification for the position of Correctional Officer. The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill full-time, part-time, limited-term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year.We appreciate your interest in a Correctional Officer I/II position with Napa County. We strongly recommend that you familiarize yourself with the Napa County Corrections Department. Information can be found here: . Because the County jail is a 24-hour, 7-day-per-week operation, employees are called upon to workday and night shifts as well as weekends and holidays. About the Department of Corrections: The Napa County Department of Corrections is dedicated to providing professional correctional services to the citizens of Napa County. The Napa County Department of Corrections has jurisdiction over the Napa County Jail facility; it does not operate under the authority of the Napa County Sheriff's Office. The facility houses both pre-sentenced and sentenced inmates. The Department of Corrections is responsible for the coordination of all programs and services related to the institutional care, treatment and rehabilitation of inmates, including:
- Classification
- Diagnosis
- Intake screening
- Programs that deal with sentencing alternatives
Salary Information:Correctional Officers also receive a 5% Detention Services Premium in addition to the salary listed below.Correctional Officer I:$41.16 - $49.00 Hourly$3,292.80 - $3,920.00 Bi-Weekly$85,612.80 - $101,920.00 AnnuallyCorrectional Officer II:$44.87 - $53.50 Hourly$3,589.60 - $ 4,280.00 Bi-Weekly$93,239.60 - $111,280.00 AnnuallyNewly hired Correctional Officers may also qualify for*:
- Signing Bonus of $5,000
- Vacation Leave Bank of 80 hours upon successful completion of the probationary period (lateral transfers from other agencies only)
- Student Loan Forgiveness
* Conditions apply based on a version of the Hiring and Promotional Incentive Pilot Program Policy in effect on the hire date. About the Position of Correctional Officer I/II:Correctional Officer I is a trainee position. Employees hired into this job classification will work initially under close supervision, learning the procedures, practices, techniques, and methods of custody, control, and counseling of inmates. Employees working at this level will receive training in all areas of operations, settings, and assignments. They will be working with a broad range of people in various detention settings and assignments.Correctional Officer II is the fully qualified working level in the Correctional Officer series. Incumbents are expected to work independently using judgment and initiative within established department guidelines and procedures.Position Requirements for Correctional Officer I/II:
- Persons employed in this class must be willing to work odd irregular and/or rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident.
- Mandated Standards and Training for Corrections program requirements must be completed before permanent status may be granted.
To qualify for this Correctional Officer I an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:
- Experience: None required. Some institutional work experience is highly desirable.
- Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. (Equivalent to two years of college with course work in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, corrections, and/or behavioral sciences is highly desired.)
To qualify for Correctional Officer II classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:
- Experience: One year of corrections experience in a detention setting.
- Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. (Equivalent to two years of college with course work in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, corrections, and/or behavioral sciences is highly desired.
The Recruitment Process:
Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. The next review of applications will be the week of August 5, 2024.The recruitment process in order to establish an eligibility list includes:
- Completion of the employment application
- Minimum qualification application screening
- Mandatory Information Session
- BSCC Written Examination
- Oral Panel Examination
In order to be placed on the eligibility list for Correctional Officer I/II, you must successfully complete all the steps successfully. Information sessions will be waived for those out-of-state or out of area off 200 miles or more from Napa, CA.
The dates for the information session, written examination, and oral panel examination are tentative and will be provided in more detail once scheduled.Study Guide for the written exam: Human Resources reserves the right to cancel or make changes, additions, and/or deletions to the examination dates and/or times as the need occurs and/or depending on the number of applications received.NOTES FOR THE BSCC WRITTEN EXAM:
- When choosing to apply, please be aware that if you have taken the BSCC written examination with Napa County's Adult Correction Officer and passed within the 90 days (90 days from the last date you tested), you are not eligible to be considered for this position. You must allow 90 days to elapse from the last written exam you took and passed in order to be eligible.
- Napa County does not accept test scores from outside agencies.
- If you meet the Correctional Officer II requirements, your application will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis regarding the BSCC written examination requirement.
Example of DutiesThe following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Assume responsibility for the discipline, control, security and safety of inmates on an assigned shift; screen and classify inmates regarding health, mental health, pre-trial release, custody housing, crisis intervention and correctional programming; supervise the security and conduct of various housing areas/day rooms during group meetings, meals, bathing, at recreation, during visitations, institutional activities and on work assignments; counsel inmates individually and in group settings within the correctional facility; process inmates admitted to the correctional facility; receive inventory, package and label personal property of inmates during booking process; maintain an accurate record-keeping system for personal property in accordance with established guidelines assigning alphabetical and/or numerical identification codes; return personal property to inmates upon discharge; issue or supervise the issuance of clothing and supplies to inmates; maintain clear and concise records related to inmates and job assignments; prepare written reports on inmates; search inmates' mail, cells and other areas for contraband and/or security and safety problems; confer with supervisors or other officers regarding behavioral and other inmate problems; communicate problems within the facility to supervisory and management staff; manage the cleanliness of the facility and equipment; assist in the maintenance of the facility and equipment; prepare reports as they relate to the detention facility.TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE OF:English language usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.Correct vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation to prepare understandable written documents.Attitudes and behavior patterns of persons in custody and the factors underlying criminal behavior.Basic record keeping.SKILL TO:Interpret and enforce institutional rules, regulations, and policies with firmness, tact, and impartiality.Analyze situations accurately and thoroughly in order to determine and implement effective, appropriate courses of action.Effectively work with inmates in a variety of assignments and custodial settings.Promote acceptable attitudes and behavior of inmates.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, the public, other departments, and outside agencies.Communicate information in a clear and concise written form.Communicate orally in English in an effective, understandable manner.Prepare and maintain clear, concise, and comprehensive records and reports.Follow both oral and written instructions to complete daily assignments.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers and supervisors.Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Deal with people in stressful situations.Follow oral instructions to complete daily assignments.Follow written instructions to complete daily assignments.ABILITY TO:Consistently walk up and down stairs.Lift and carry up to a 10-pound utility belt.Run during an emergency.Lift and/or drag up to 165 pounds.Stand for a long period of time.Sit for long periods of time while working at a computer and looking at security monitors.Special Qualifications:Candidates are required to: successfully pass the course requirements for the possession of a valid P.C. 832 Certificate (Arrest and Detention).Pass a comprehensive background investigation.Pass a pre-employment physical examination which includes a hearing analysis.Pass a pre-employment psychological examination.Pass a polygraph examination.Mandated Standards and Training for Corrections program requirements must be completed before permanent status may be granted.Willingness to work on call. Persons employed in this class must be willing to work odd irregular and/or rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends. Must be 21 years of age.Must be a United States citizen.EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAny combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:Experience: None required. Some institutional work experience is highly desired.Education:Must have a High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED). Equivalent to two years of college with coursework in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, corrections, and/or behavioral sciences is highly desired.License or Certificate: **Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e., active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position.DISASTER SERVICE WORKERSNapa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3101).ADA ACCOMMODATIONApplicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the County of Napa Human Resources at (707) ###-####.Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES BENEFITS INFORMATIONSALARY -Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO - Click here for additional benefits information for Public Services Employees: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONSEMPLOYMENT INFORMATIONPHYSICAL STANDARDS -Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.FINGERPRINTING -All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.SELECTION PROCESS -FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam.01 Instructions for Supplemental Application Questions. The following questions comprise one of the steps in the selection process for this position and are intended to assist you in presenting your qualifications. Only the information you provide in your answers to these questions will be evaluated and scored to determine the best qualified candidates to continue in the selection process for this position. Please be complete and specific in answering the questions, as your score will be based on this information. Applications submitted without responses to the supplemental questions will not be evaluated.
Although your experience and education should relate back to your application, your application and or resume will not be reviewed when scoring the supplemental questions. Therefore, please be as detailed as possible in your responses to the supplemental questions. I have read and understand the instructions presented above.
02 If selected for this position, a medical screening may be required as part of the pre-employment process. I have read and understand this requirement.
03 An Eligibility List for both female and male applicants must be established due to responsibility for searches during the intake process as well as general supervision duties. Under California Code of Regulations Title 15, gender is a bona fide occupational qualification for the position of Correctional Officers. Please indicate your gender below.
04 Based on the experience requirements below, please select which position you are applying for (select only one):
Correctional Officer I - No experience required.
Correctional Officer II - Requires one year of corrections experience in a detention setting.
- Correctional Officer I
- Correctional Officer II
05 The education requirement for the Correctional Officer I/II position is equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. (Equivalent to two years of college with course work in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, corrections, and/or behavioral sciences is highly desired.) Please describe how you meet this requirement. 06 Experience is not required for the Correctional Officer I position, though some institutional work experience is highly desirable. One year of experience in a detention setting is required for the Correctional Officer II position. In detail, please describe your related experience (if any) to this position. Please provide the name of the employer at which your experience was attained, your position title, and a detailed summary of the duties and tasks you were responsible for and the number of years/months you performed the duties and tasks. 07 To qualify for this position it will be necessary for you to agree to an extensive background investigation which may include criminal history, drug and alcohol use, financial history, contacts with current and prior employers, interview with friends, neighbors, etc. Do you agree to participate in the background investigation process?
08 I acknowledge that in addition to the extensive background investigation, I will undergo a physical examination by a County-designated physician as well as a psychological and polygraph examination.
09 This position requires the applicant to be an United States citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Are you an United States citizen or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship?
10 The minimum age for employment within the Napa County Correctional Facility is age 21. Are you at least 20 1/2 years old at the time of application submission?
11 Persons employed in this class must be willing to work odd, irregular and/or rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends. Are you willing to work on-call?
12 If your application is selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be invited to attend a mandatory informational session and written examination in person. I acknowledge if I am invited to the information session and written examination, I will be required to attend these sessions in person in order to proceed further in the recruitment process for this position.
13 Have you taken and passed the BSCC written examination with the Napa County within the last 90 days?
14 Do you understand that if it is determined during the recruitment process that you have taken and passed the BSCC written exam with Napa County Department of Corrections in the last 90 days, your application will no longer be under consideration for this recruitment?
15 Do you currently reside outside of the state of California, or more than 200 miles from Napa, CA?
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