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R1=22&R2=512040&R3=01
CO
County of Solano
Correctional Officer - Entry
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Correctional Officer, Detention Officer, or Jailer supervises people being held in correctional facilities, including those awaiting trial, in detention, and inmates who are serving sentences. Maintains order and security within a jail or prison, conducts inspections and searches, enforces regulations, and supervises activities and visits.
$76,763 / year median in California
+9% projected growth
Job Description
THE POSITION
Correctional Officers under general supervision, perform a number of activities related to the supervision of inmates in a detention facility. This is an entry level position in the Correctional Officer series in which you learn to perform a variety of tasks to supervise and control inmates in a detention facility. You are responsible for supervising the mentally disturbed, sick, injured, and non‑English speaking inmates/prisoners accused or convicted the full range of violations and crimes. Assignments are rotated among Floor Officer, Control Room Officer positions.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience required; however, applicants must demonstrate possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities.BACKGROUND
A Peace Officer Standard & Training (POST) background investigation is required prior to the start of employment. A Personal History Statement (PHS) is a part of this investigation. You may view the requirements of the PHS by visiting https://post.ca.gov/, clicking on "FORMS," the selecting "Personal History Statement Peace Officer. To view the full job description and apply, please visit: https://www.jobapscloud.com/Solano/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=22&R2=512040&R3=01