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Correctional Officer I/II

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $91,707–$119,205/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Napa, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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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

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Job Description

Correctional Officer I/II Job Type:

Full Time Napa, CA Napa County Sheriff's Office Salary:

$91,707.20 - $119,204.80

Annually Position Summary:

Correctional Officer I is a trainee position. Those hired into this job classification will work initially under close supervision, learning the procedures, practices, techniques, and methods of custody, control, and counseling of incarcerated persons. The Correctional Officer I 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.

Requirements:

The County jail is a 24/7/365 operation. Persons employed in this class must be willing to work odd irregular and/or rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends. Mandated Standards and Training for Corrections program requirements must be completed before permanent status may be granted. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.

Correctional Officer I Experience:

None required. Some institutional work experience is highly desirable.

Correctional Officer II 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.) https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/napacounty/jobs/5421532/correctional-officer-i-ii-continuous-opening-15k-signing-bonus Get More Information/Apply View All Jobs Prep for Exam