Correctional Technician I

The Sheriff's Office is seeking self-motivated administrative support professionals to fill permanent and Limited Term, full-time Correctional Technician positions. The Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for Correctional Technician I. Correctional Technician I is part of a career series for Correctional Technician I/II/III. Correctional Technician I is the entry level position of the Correctional Technician series. Upon appointment to the position, new employees will undergo a comprehensive training program with frequent evaluation. After initial training incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of duties for the position. Under general supervision incumbents in the position, perform a variety of duties in support of maintaining a safe and secure custody environment. Responsibilities include booking, processing, and monitoring of detainees, and performing other related work as required. In addition, incumbents may be assigned to reception, booking, control rooms or other areas of the County Jail or Court Services. Assignments may require responsibilities associated with the oversight of inmate's activities and verbal inmate interaction on a limited basis. This series is distinguished from Correctional Deputy in that the latter is responsible for law enforcement activities inside and outside of detention facilities. Employees in limited term positions receive benefits equivalent to permanent, full-time employees, therefore will be eligible to earn vacation, sick leave, health, and pension benefits. The sunset date for the position is June 30, 2026. Click here, to learn more about the divisions and units within the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office. Click here to view the full job description. This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled. This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, temporary, substitute or limited term vacancies. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in law enforcement or corrections and possess excellent administrative support skills, including knowledge of common computer software and applications, and strong attention to detail. Correctional Technician applicants must be honest, possess integrity, and be able to take direction, as well as work independently, when required. The ability to effectively interact with a diverse population including, but not limited to, correctional deputies, arresting officers, probation staff, and administrative support staff is key. A strong work ethic and excellent communication, multi-tasking, and record keeping skills are required. The ability to work amidst noise and interruption, as well as deal with difficult individuals and environments at times is a must. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Graduation from high school or possession of a General Education Development (GED) Certificate. Applicants in this classification must have the ability to type at a speed of 35 net wpm and will be required to provide a copy of a typing certificate during the recruitment process. You can search online for typing tests near you to find agencies that will provide a typing certificate or find typing tests online that will provide a typing certificate. Licenses and Certificates: Certain positions within the classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid California driver's license will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at . Confidential inquiries are welcomed. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at . VIDEO TOUR The following video link will provide additional information regarding this position and the County of San Luis Obispo jail. Please watch before applying. This is a continuous recruitment; however, the posting can close at anytime without notice, therefore, prompt application is encouraged. Becoming an employee of the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office is a fantastic opportunity and we pride ourselves in hiring the most qualified candidates. While it is of utmost importance for us to identify qualified candidates, equally important to this process is that our applicants have a clear, realistic understanding as to the requirements of the position in which they are applying. Below please find additional information about the position for your review: SCHEDULE: This is a 24 hour facility and shifts rotate. WORK ASSIGNMENTS AND TRAINING: Correctional Technicians rotate during the week among five duty stations. Three manage intake, release and inmate information; two observe and control staff movement. In addition, the rotation order among these duty stations is changed every six weeks during the shift to keep staff current on all tasks. The responsibilities are diverse, yet none involve inmate contact. There are three Senior Correctional Technicians who are responsible for not only their duty station assignments, but also the training of new Correctional Technicians. The probationary period is one year and comprised of approximately fourteen to sixteen weeks of one-on-one training with daily and weekly evaluations, and the remainder is OJT (On the Job Training). During this time the trainee is solely responsible for their duty stations and receives bi-weekly evaluations. A successful Correctional Technician: Thrives in a negative environment; they see, hear and read things that are sad, disgusting and disturbing; they talk with parents and other family members who may get upset and angry about their loved one who is in custody. Effectively organizes and prioritizes their workload continually throughout the shift amid competing priorities and distractions. Demonstrates that they are a productive member of the work team and have a positive, can-do attitude. BACKGROUND CHECK: To accept a position with the Sheriff's Office, you must successfully complete a Sheriff's Background Investigation. Below is a partial list of offenses or issues that may disqualify you from successful completion. Please review the below list: Any felony conviction Recent misdemeanor conviction, or any two misdemeanor convictions as an adult Poor employment history Any sale, manufacture, or cultivation of illegal drugs Recent use of illegal substances such as opiates, hallucinogens, injectables, cocaine, methamphetamine, or similar substance Poor driving record such as numerous hazardous traffic violations or chargeable accidents Recent conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or any two convictions for this offense as an adult Any act of domestic violence, as defined by law Any crime committed against a child Behavior or derogatory remarks constituting discrimination or bias toward others based on their race, religion, gender, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other protected class Any material misstatement of fact or intentional omission of information during the application or background process