Correctional Officer - Lateral

Announcement: Correctional Officer - Lateral - San Joaquin County Skip to main content  Menu HR Home Open Jobs My Applications Notify Me of New Jobs Closed Jobs Job Descriptions Correctional Officer - Lateral Recruitment # 0126-RP3001-AC Approximate Salary $6,174.32 - $7,504.93/month Opening Date 1/14/2026 08:00:00 AM Closing Date Continuous Employment Type Full-Time Analyst Daniel Gau Go Back Apply View Benefits Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill several Correctional Officer opportunities in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office is seeking highly motivated individuals who will play a critical role in the daily function and operations of the Custody Division. The Correctional Officer-Lateral candidate is a journey level position responsible for following clearly established procedures in receiving prisoners, maintaining discipline and preventing escapes. Applicants who have not successfully completed a qualifying Correctional Officer Academy should apply for the Correctional Officer Trainee recruitment instead. The Correctional Officer Trainee classification is designed for individuals who have not yet completed the required academy training. Effective July 12, 2027, all employees shall receive a three percent (3%) cost of living adjustment to the base salary. Additionally, in the same pay period, all employees will receive a two percent (2%) equity adjustment. Effective July 10, 2028, all employees shall receive a three percent (3%) cost of living adjustment to the base salary. Correctional Officer - Lateral 0126 by Employment Services Team Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs general prisoner custody for inmates of County detention facilities; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Employees of this class are considered public officers as described in California Penal Code 831 and responsible for following clearly established procedures in receiving prisoners, maintaining discipline and preventing escapes. Work is initially performed under close supervision, but as experience, knowledge and skill are gained, supervision becomes more general. This class differs from that of sworn officer classes in that an incumbent of this class is not assigned duties within the scope of active law enforcement. The Correctional Officer differs from the Correctional Trainee in that the latter is an entry level trainee class. TYPICAL DUTIES Receives prisoners from law enforcement officers for detention in County jail and honor farm; obtains information from prisoners; receives and records prisoners’ personal property; conducts searches, photographs and fingerprints prisoners and assigns them to cells. Supervises work and personal activities of inmates including eating, bathing, recreation, and other daily activities; supervises prisoner counseling, work rehabilitation and therapy programs; transports low security inmates. Releases prisoners from jail on proper authorization; returns prisoner’s clothing and other personal property. Collects and dispenses prisoner clothing, maintains clothing, linen, and cleaning supplies inventories. Examines packages, letters, and other articles coming into the jail for the prisoners; insures that all items conform to established policy; removes contraband. Provides first responder care and treatment during medical incidents; arranges for advanced medical treatment. Maintains records and reports of prisoner activities and conduct; utilizes data terminals for reporting, keeping records and obtaining information. May lead other workers as assigned. and provide security for personnel providing services May be assigned duties related to Training Officer, Classification Officer, Transportation Coordinator, K9, and Correctional Emergency Response Team. KNOWLEDGE Basic human behavior; deviant behavior; basic mathematics; general computer skills; language use and mechanics; first aid. ABILITY Supervise inmates engaged in a variety of activities; store, issue and account for recreation equipment, clothing, cleaning supplies and other items; understand and interpret rules and regulations; keep records and prepare reports; remain alert at all times and react quickly and calmly in emergency situations; follow oral and written instructions; effectively communicate; maintain confidence and emotional control; multi-task: establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; learn to utilize data terminals as required. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Constant standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs; occasional driving and lifting of individuals, which require strength, coordination, endurance and agility; operation of a computer; Visual-Constant overall vision; constant color perception, constant eye-hand coordination; constant depth perception; frequent reading/close-up work; constant field of vision/peripheral; Dexterity-Frequent repetitive motion and reaching; Hearing/Talking-Constant requirement to hear normal speech; constant hearing on telephone and radio; ability to hear faint sounds; constant talking on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological-Constant contact with hostile individuals; frequent exposure to emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; frequent