Correctional Deputy II

Eureka, CA
County of Humboldt

Salary: $4,421.73 – $5,674.93 Monthly

Position Summary:
Under general supervision, maintains security and ensures inmate welfare in the County Correctional Facility or a substation; oversees operational activities and facilities during an assigned shift; performs related work as assigned. Authority for Correctional Deputy designation is granted by statute in accordance with Penal Code section 830.1(c).
Essential Functions:

  • Maintains centralized correctional facility or substation security and ensures inmate welfare in accordance with laws, regulations and institutional philosophy.
  • Obtains necessary information and books prisoners, completing required forms, taking photographs and fingerprints and performing other processing activities such as preparing reports and maintaining files.
  • Searches, examines, instructs and logs inmates; inventories and secures property and valuables.
  • Interviews inmates; classifies them and assigns them to the appropriate detention area and activities; screens and recommends inmates for pretrial or other alternative programs.
  • Oversees and monitors inmates and inmate trustees assisting with housekeeping, meal preparation and distribution, laundry and similar activities.
  • Oversees inmate exercise, recreation, visiting and similar privileges.
  • Assists medical staff in the distribution of medications; screens and refers requests for medical attention; administers emergency first aid as required.
  • Accompanies and/or transports inmates for court, medical offices, attorney’s visits, facility transfers and similar movement.
  • Inspects facilities and reports the need for maintenance or unusual situations; requests and/or issues clothing and supplies.
  • Prepares reports and other written materials; maintains accurate records, logs and files.
  • Testifies in court as subpoenaed.

Requirements:

  • Must possess a valid California driver’s license.
  • Must be a citizen of the United States.
  • Must be at least eighteen years of age at the time of appointment.
  • Must be a high school graduate, have passed the GED Test or have attained a two year or four year degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Must be able to meet physical and psychological standards and pass a detailed background investigation.
  • Must be willing to work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Level I must obtain and maintain firearms qualifications and complete the Board of State and Community Corrections, Adult Corrections Officer Core Course, required under Title 15 of the California Code of Regulations within one year of employment.
  • Level II incumbents must possess and maintain such certifications.