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.
Sheriff's Correctional Deputy Cadet Santa Clara County Office of the Sheriff - 5.0 San Jose, CA Job Details Full-time $3,838.24 a month 11 hours ago Benefits Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Computer operation Employee relationship building English High school diploma or GED Driver's License Desktop applications Computer skills Physical conditioning
San Jose Metropolitan Area, California Job Details Job Type:
Full-Time Department:
Custody Bureau Bargaining Unit:
31 Position Description Launch your law enforcement career with one of California's premier Sheriff's Offices. As a Sheriff's Correctional Deputy Cadet, you'll be paid while attending a state-certified academy and receive the training, skills, and experience needed to protect your community. This is the first step toward a challenging, rewarding career with excellent pay, outstanding benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
Note:
Peace officers must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law (Government Code §1031, effective January 1, 2023).
Hiring Process:
Santa Clara County has partnered with Whalls Group to work with candidates throughout the hiring process. The hiring process includes a written exam, physical fitness test, polygraph, psych examination, oral interviews and background investigation. If you have already taken one of the following written tests in the last year, the County will accept your passing score: S.T.C. Adult Corrections Officer (ACO) Examination National Testing Network (NTN) REACT Examination for Corrections P.O.S.T. Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) Typical Duties Employees in this classification may perform duties including: Attend California Correction Academy training Participate in academic instruction, hands-on training, and physical conditioning Complete training meeting California Standards and Training for Corrections (S.T.C.) requirements Participate in defensive tactics, role-playing scenarios, and control techniques Complete defensive tactics training, including: Ground control Baton training Control holds Takedowns Serve as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), when required Perform other related duties as assigned Employment Standards Applicants must possess sufficient education, training, and experience to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Education:
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED/equivalent.
Special Requirements Applicants must:
Be at least 20 years old to apply and 21 years old before appointment Have never been convicted of a felony Pass a comprehensive medical examination Meet vision standards: Minimum 20/100 vision, correctable to 20/20 Normal depth perception Normal color perception Demonstrate and maintain the physical fitness required for the position Successfully complete: Background investigation Fingerprinting Criminal history review Psychological evaluation Polygraph examination Medical examination Possess legal authorization to work in the United States Possess a valid California driver's license before appointment Maintain County driver authorization Disaster Service Worker Requirement Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100-3109, all County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs). Employees are required to complete DSW training and report to work during emergencies as directed. Knowledge Required Applicants should possess knowledge of: Common computer systems and applications English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and written communication Skills and Abilities Successful candidates must be able to: Learn and apply departmental policies, procedures, laws, and regulations Follow written and verbal instructions Communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds Establish and maintain professional working relationships Use standard computer systems and software Physical Requirements Applicants must be able to: Perform physically demanding tasks requiring: Strength Coordination Endurance Agility Meet departmental uniform standards Employer Information County of Santa Clara 70 W. Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110
