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County of El Dorado Sheriff's Correctional Officer I - Female in Placerville, California
Sheriff's Correctional Officer I - Female
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Sheriff's Correctional Officer I - Female
Salary
$59,904.00 - $72,800.00 Annually
Location
Placerville & South Lake Tahoe, CA
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2412-5501
Department
Sheriff
Opening Date
12/01/2024
Closing Date
12/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
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Description
*This recruitment is eligible for the following hiring incentive *
The $6,000 recruitment incentive shall be paid in equal installments for the first twenty-six (26) consecutive biweekly pay periods in the position.
Termination from employment will result in any remaining cash incentive payments being forfeited. Incentives are subject to El Dorado County Personnel Rules (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanResources/Documents/Executed%20Resolution%20166-2022.pdf) .
This recruitment is for female applicants only to comply with staffing requirements under California Penal Code 4021
THE EL DORADO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to providing exceptional public service in alignment with the Sheriff's Office Mission and Vision, taking a modern approach to the traditional services of law enforcement, fostering leadership and employee development, and remaining faithful and responsive to the communities we serve.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Sheriff's Correctional Officers have the opportunity to serve and protect their communities in a unique way; following the Sheriff's Vision of Total enforcement on crime and criminals, and delivering consistent and humane care to those placed in our custody. Correctional Officers are assigned to both the South Lake Tahoe and Placerville facilities and may be assigned to specialty units within the jails such as Classification and Gangs, Inmate Services, and armed Transportation Officers.
Check out our website www.joinEDSO.org for more information!
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
Processes incoming inmates and assist with releasing from custody.
Maintain safety and security while ensuring facility remains in compliance with daily Title 15 mandates; including s upervise inmate exercise, recreation, visiting and similar privileges
Responds to emergency situations within the facility, including medical responses. E valuate emergency situations, providing immediate response with proper actions.
Monitoring inmate daily activity, documenting incidents, searching facility and inmates for contraband and weapons.
Handcuffing, subduing and restraining persons who pose a danger to themself or others, and using restraining devices.
For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edcgov/classspecs) .
Sheriff’s Personnel Unit will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations. Any combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be at least 18 years of age.
Correctional Officer I: Graduation from high school OR possession of a GED Certificate.
Click here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edcgov/classspecs) to view the minimum qualifications for Sheriff's Correctional Officer I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Miah Linson in the Sheriff’s Personnel Unit at linsonr @edso.org .
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Sheriff’s Personnel Unit will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. Those qualified applicants will be notified by email at least one week prior to testing date.
A written exam will be utilized to determine an applicant's ranking and placement on the eligibility list. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications and are therefore eligible to participate, you will receive a link to schedule a written exam. The written and physical exams are scheduled for 12/12/2024 at 8am. Panel interviews will happen immediately following the physical and written exams. The next testing is tentatively scheduled for 01/09/2025.
If you have taken the BSCC Adult Correction Officer examination within twelve (12) months prior to the scheduled date of the examination, you may elect to transfer that examination score or sit for the examination again; you must contact Sheriff's Personnel prior to the scheduled exam date to request that your previous score be transferred. Per BSCC, you may not take the exam within 30 days of a previous written test administration. All applicants must participate in the physical abilities exam unless you have previously passed the exam within the past twelve (12) months; you must contact Sheriff's Personnel prior to the scheduled exam date to request that your previous physical ability exam be transferred.
CLICK for information on the Physical Abilities Test and Written Test
Referred applicants will be required to complete a pre-investigative questionnaire. Based on the information provided, applicants may be disqualified based on criteria set forth in Part 7, Section 706.1 of the County of El Dorado Personnel Rules and in conjunction with Sheriff’s Selection Policy 1000. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
Please refer to Sheriff's Policy 1000 - Selection Standards (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/sheriff/Documents/2020_EDSO_Policy_Manual.pdf) for more information regarding disqualifying events in an applicants background.
For more information on the recruitment process, click here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanResources/Pages/Recruitment.aspx) .
Based on the Sheriff's Office needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is recruiting applicants for Sheriff's Correctional Officer I. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time and extra help vacancies.
We currently have the following vacancies:
Multiple full time vacancy located in both South Lake Tahoe and Placerville, Ca. All candidates will initially be assigned to the Placerville Facility to complete training, then transferred to the South Lake Tahoe Facility.
Click here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanResources/pages/Frequently_Asked_Questions.aspx) for Frequently Asked Questions.
The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Prior to conditional job offer, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation. Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
50 miles from Sacramento Airport
129 miles to San Francisco
Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
Skiing and Snowboarding
Live Music and Music Festivals
Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
El Dorado County Fair
Placerville Speedway
Farm to Fork Restaurants
Local Shopping Gems
The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!
For your Health and Well-Being:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Basic Life Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
Discounts on gym memberships
For your Financial Future:
CalPERS Retirement
Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
Optional Life Insurance
For your Work/Life Balance:
Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accruals
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/Risk/Documents/2023/CR%20Benefit%20Summary%2012-7-2022.pdf) .
Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?
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Are you at least 18 years old?
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I understand that the current recruitment is for female applicants only to comply with staffing requirements under California Penal Code 4021. By clicking accept, you are agreeing that you meet this qualification.
Accept
I do not qualify for this female only recruitment
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