Correctional Captain (#RP3010)
$59.89-$72.79 Hourly / $10,380.51-$12,617.57 Monthly / $124,566.15-$151,410.94 Yearly

Under general direction, performs administrative oversight of the correctional facility and serves as the Jail Administrator for the Custody Division in the Sheriff-Coroner’s Office; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules.

Under general direction, performs administrative oversight of the correctional facility and serves as the Jail Administrator for the Custody Division in the Sheriff-Coroner’s Office; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules.

• Plans, organizes and directs the functions of the Custody Division; advises subordinate officers on complex operational problems.
• Confers with an Assistant Sheriff on policy matters and procedures; oversees division budget and assists with budget preparation; identifies operational needs for budgetary planning purposes; may act for the Assistant Sheriff as assigned.
• Ensures and evaluates division effectiveness and adherence to established divisional budget and departmental policy.
• Interprets policies and regulations; recommends changes in departmental rules and regulations to ensure compliance to court regulations, legislation or modern corrections philosophies and administrative practices of a local correctional facility; updates and approves policies and procedures as necessary based on legislation, court decisions or changes in regulations administered by the State of California, Corrections Standards Authority; ensures implementation of rules and regulations within the division.
• Assists in identifying training needs; establishes and conducts comprehensive in-service training programs for staff to ensure that the agency meets the minimum guidelines established by the State of California for correctional officers.
• Assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of sworn and non-sworn staff; participates in employee screening and selection processes; responds to grievances and addresses labor relations issues.
• May respond to and resolve complaints or questions from the public concerning the custody division, as required.
• Represents the department at meetings and public appearances as directed.
• Coordinates activities with other law enforcement and public agencies that impact the Custody Division; ensures cooperation of subordinates.
• Prepares correspondence and reports, Board letters; conducts special studies and analyses.

PATTERN I

 Experience: One year as a Correctional Lieutenant or Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant assigned to the Custody Division in the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office.  

 

PATTERN II

 Experience: One year experience equivalent to a Correctional Lieutenant or Deputy Sheriff Lieutenant in San Joaquin County Custody Division, which assignment must have been in a California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation, Corrections Standards Authority, Standards for Training and Corrections (STC) participating local detention facility.

 

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Possession of a valid Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) Correctional Officer Core Course certificate;
2. Meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code;
3. Successfully completed a regular course in powers of arrest and seizure (PC 832) approved by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST);
4. Pass background investigation conducted by the Sheriff’s Office, and;
5. Meet physical standards established for safety members.

Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid California driver’s license, STC Correctional Officer Core Course certificate, and certificate of completion of 832 P.C. (laws of arrest).

Basic principles and practices of management and local jail administration; principles and practices of supervision and training; principles of direct supervision; contemporary correctional practices, procedures, and resources; laws and ordinances of the County and state relating to division responsibility; department responsibilities, policies, and functions; California Code of Regulations, Title 15 and Title 24 Jail Standards, Standards and Training for Corrections (STC) requirements, basic budgeting principles; principles and methods of investigations, interviewing and interrogation; methods of personal identification used in law enforcement; basic elements of human behavior; the behavior of persons under restraint; basic cause and treatment of delinquent and criminal behavior; rights and privileges of prisoners; search, security, and key control procedures for custody of inmates; public relations principles and practices; report writing techniques; language usage and mechanics; court procedures; basic computer and modern office automation technology relevant to department operations.

Implement complex assignments; organize, assign and review the work of others; analyze complex corrections problems and adopt effective course of action; analyze procedural, training, and staffing needs; enforce laws, ordinances, and policies with firmness, tact, and fairness; evaluate situations and determine appropriate courses of action; read and understand technical, legal, administrative, and other job-related material; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; react quickly and calmly in emergencies; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, inmates, public officials, correctional agencies, and the general public; research and analyze data and prepare reports; operate basic computer and modern office automation technology, including pertinent software.

Mobility – frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting, standing, walking for extended periods of time; driving; frequent running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, crawling; drag 5 to 165 lbs;  Lifting - frequently 5 to 75 lbs;  occasional lifting/turning of heavy objects or people;  Visual - constant good overall vision (corrected or uncorrected), reading/close-up work; color perception and use eye/hand coordination; frequent use of depth perception and field/peripheral vision; Dexterity -  frequent reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking - frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone/radio, talking in person; ability to hear faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological – constant decision making, concentration; occasional public contact and public speaking; dealing with emergency situations; frequent working alone; occasional exposure to trauma, grief, and death, hazardous materials; Special Requirements – wear assigned safety equipment; work different shifts, weekends, holidays and extended schedules due to emergencies including natural disasters, inmate unrest or pandemics; Environmental – frequent exposure to noise and varied weather conditions.