Correctional Officer I

Jackson, CA
Amador County Sheriff

Salary: $57,324.80 – $69,680.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Under supervision, to work in a training capacity learning to supervise inmates at the County Correctional Facility; to learn and enforce Facility rules and maintain Facility security; to learn procedures and methods for the care, custody, and confinement of inmates; to be responsible for overseeing work and leisure activities of inmates during an assigned shift; and to do related work as required.

Essential Functions:

  • Assists with the supervision, security, and conduct of inmates at the County Correctional Facility.
  • Learns the processes for booking and discharging inmates.
  • Issues clothing and supplies to new inmates.
  • Arranges for inmate transportation, if necessary.
  • Learns to develop and maintain inmate and Facility records.
  • Promotes acceptable attitudes and behaviors of inmates to assist them in adjusting to a confinement setting.
  • Receives and maintains the personal property of inmates.
  • Returns or sends personal property to inmates upon discharge.
  • Learns the techniques and methods employed in searching inmates for contraband, weapons, or use of narcotics.
  • Learns to classify incoming inmates and place them in proper cells.
  • Conducts roll calls and head counts.
  • Checks work areas to insure that inmates are working on assigned projects.
  • Sees that cells, facilities, and grounds are kept sanitary.
  • Assists with the search of cells and other areas for contraband.
  • Maintains discipline among inmates.
  • Opens and censors incoming mail.
  • Responds to inquiries regarding inmate detention and Correctional Facility policies within the constraints of Department regulations.
  • Learns to operate equipment and utilize teletype communications.
  • Testifies in court and before disciplinary boards.
  • Dispenses insulin and other pre-packaged medications.
  • Learns to investigate crimes and incidents within the facility.
  • Supervises inmates and visitors during visiting hours.

Requirements:

  • Some previous experience working with a correctional system is highly desirable.