Placer County

Correctional Sergeant (#16332)

$37.91-$47.34 Hourly / $6,571.07-$8,205.60 Monthly / $78,852.80-$98,467.20 Yearly

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DEFINITION

To plan, organize and supervise staff personnel on an assigned shift engaged in the care and custody of adult prisoners incarcerated in a minimum, medium, and maximum security facility; to instruct and assist subordinates in the performance of their assigned duties and to perform a variety of administrative and technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Supervisor/Correctional Sergeant level recognizes positions in the Correctional Officer series that perform full, first-line supervisory responsibilities including planning, assigning and evaluation the work of subordinates. Incumbents of the class supervise sworn and non-sworn staff on an assigned shift and perform administrative functions in the field of corrections.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from a Sheriff's Lieutenant or other designated authority.

Exercises supervision directly and indirectly over sworn and non-sworn staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Plan, prioritize, supervise, assign and review the work of Correctional staff; assign and evaluate performance, train employees, provide information to resolve problem situations; instruct personnel in jail operations; establish and maintain appropriate levels of employee conduct. 
  • Determine and apply internal disciplinary procedures for inmates; take necessary action and alert proper authorities in emergency situations. 
  • Develops and implements a daily operational plan to be followed by the officers on duty; maintain daily facility routine; give information related to procedural and operational changes to Correctional Staff. 
  • Receive and classify prisoners; maintain and review records such as inmate finances and personal property, daily activity logs; prepare and review reports of activities and incidents; maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or county regulations. 
  • Supervise and monitor inmates; testify in court as needed. 
  • Act as liaison between facility management and staff; insure good relations with visitors through staff management and interaction with the public. 
  • Recommend and assist in the implementation of the Correctional Division goals and objectives; interpret and implement policies and procedures.  Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities; complete multiple priority projects with competing deadlines. 
  • Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications; monitor and control expenditures. 
  • Monitor personnel and equipment; assist in the scheduling of replacements on assigned shifts. 
  • Operate a personal computer and other office equipment as necessary for successful job performance. 
  • Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints. 
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Three years of experience in jail operations and inmate supervision at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Correctional Officer with at least two years as a Correctional Officer II

Training: Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade, supplemented by college level coursework in law enforcement or related field is desirable. 

Required License or Certificate:

  • Possession of STC’s Correctional Officer Basic Course certificate, and within one year of promotion to sergeant successfully complete STC/POST Supervisory Course. 
  • May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position.  Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. 
  • Valid certification in CPR and First Aid.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

  • California Administrative and Penal Codes, Title 15- Minimum Standards for Corrections
    and other laws as they pertain to local detention facilities. 
  • Placer County and Sheriff Department Codes, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to the custody setting. 
  • Principles and practices of contemporary jail operations and administration; custody of inmates; security methods and practices in detention facilities. 
  • Principles and practices of effective supervision, training and performance evaluations. 
  • Techniques for dealing with individuals from various socio-economic backgrounds in hostile and/or confrontational situations. 
  • Principles and practices of self-defense and work safety. 
  • Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules. 

Ability to:

  • On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the correctional sergeant position; intermittently analyze work papers; reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witnesses; observe. 
  • On an intermittent basis, sit at desk, walk and stand, bend, squat and kneel during inspections or conducting searches; climb stairs and/or ladders while in the jail facility or recreation yard; twist while dealing with combative subjects and in training classes, perform simple and power grasping, pushing pulling and fine manipulation. Continuously wear a utility belt and other equipment of 30 pounds and intermittently lift very heavy weight. 
  • Organize, coordinate, direct and supervise the personnel and activities of assigned area or program; train, coach, and provide guidance to assigned staff. 
  • Analyze and take appropriate actions in emergency and stressful situations; investigate suspicious occurrences; crimes, complaints, infractions, violations of County or departmental jail policy and procedures. 
  • Interpret, explain and implement County, department and division policies, procedures and standards.  
  • Assist in the development of staff; develop and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships. Motivate, inspire, and build teamwork through positive communication and personal example.  Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.  
  • Apply first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; testify in court, and interpret written material; 
  • Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff. Evaluate and approve staff reports and records 
  • Work effectively in stressful situations; act quickly and calmly in emergencies; ability to use defensive tactics. 
  • Develop and recommend policies and procedures. 
  • Deal courteously with general public, subordinates, employee organizations, other County departments and agencies. 
  • Meet and maintain good physical, emotional and mental condition to satisfactorily perform the functions of the position. 
  • Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. 
  • Work in uniform weekdays, weekends, holidays, and on assigned work shift.

CLASS: 16332; EST: 5/1/2000;