Job Description

Posting number: 202300022

Department: Sheriff Department

Division: Jail

Job classification: Correctional Deputy I/II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Corrections, Safety

Summary

Under supervision, the Correctional Deputy is a dual-role, entry-level position responsible for maintaining the safety, security, and orderly operation of the County jail while also performing emergency dispatch functions. Incumbents supervise inmates during booking, housing, meals, and movement within the facility; assist with booking, classification, and release processes; and maintain accurate records and logs.

In addition to custody duties, Correctional Deputies receive and prioritize emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatch law enforcement and public safety personnel, and operate communications systems such as CLETS and NCIC. This position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment, exercising sound judgment and professionalism in both custody and dispatch settings. As knowledge and experience are gained, incumbents may advance to the Correctional Deputy II level.

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The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is dependable, level-headed, and committed to maintaining safety and professionalism in a correctional and emergency communications environment. They demonstrate strong judgment, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and the capacity to make quick, informed decisions in emergency situations.

This individual communicates clearly and effectively with a wide range of people, including inmates, staff, law enforcement personnel, and the public, maintaining a firm, respectful, and tactful approach at all times. They are detail-oriented and capable of accurately documenting information, following procedures, and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Successful candidates are adaptable and eager to learn, with the ability to balance custody responsibilities with dispatch operations. They value teamwork, accountability, and public service, and are prepared to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. A strong work ethic, integrity, and the ability to build professional working relationships are essential for success in this role.

Department Overview

The Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to protecting life and property, maintaining public safety, and providing professional law enforcement and correctional services to the community. The Corrections Division operates the County jail, ensuring the safe, secure, and humane custody of individuals in detention, while the Dispatch Center serves as a critical communications hub for emergency and non-emergency public safety response.

Staff work in a dynamic and collaborative environment that requires strong coordination between custody operations, field personnel, and allied agencies. The department is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and service, while fostering a culture of teamwork, training, and continuous improvement. Serving a rural and geographically diverse county, the Sheriff’s Office plays a vital role in supporting both residents and visitors through responsive and reliable public safety services.

Examples of duties

Mono County, California's Great Beyond

Mono County offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through public service while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. As a small, collaborative county organization, employees work closely with leadership, take on diverse responsibilities, and see the direct results of their work in the community.

What employees value about working at Mono County: Employees appreciate Mono County’s location and lifestyle benefits, strong benefits package (including CalPERS retirement and health coverage), collaborative teams, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in public service. Our smaller, close-knit work environment fosters meaningful connections and supports work–life balance.

The Region

Mono County is a rural region with a dynamic community of 13,000 residents located in the eastern side of California’s Sierra Nevada range. Development is increasing in the area due to the consistent growth of the town of Mammoth Lakes. Known as “California’s Great Beyond” this natural playground offers a complete range of amenities and activities making it an ideal place to live and work. Enjoy fine shops, restaurants, and cafes. Snowboard, ski, or bike down mountain trails, fish for trout, explore the backcountry, play a round of golf, relax in soothing hot springs, or paddle a kayak along the shores of Mono Lake.

The town of Mammoth Lakes is the most populated region of Mono County, hosting Mammoth Mountain Ski area and various resort-community amenities. On the quieter side, June Lake, Lee Vining, Bridgeport, Walker, Coleville, Chalfant, and Benton offer a more rural atmosphere, unlimited outdoor adventures, and small-town charm.

Mono County, California’s Eastern Sierra

Qualifications

Mono County offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:

• Holiday Pay: 7% additional compensation
• Retirement: CalPERS retirement plan
• Health Coverage: Cafeteria-style benefits plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• Paid Time Off:
• Vacation: Starting at 80 hours annually, increasing with years of service (up to 160 hours)
• Sick Leave: 8 hours per month
• Overtime & Compensation Enhancements:
• Call-back overtime with a 4-hour minimum
• Compensatory Time Off (CTO) accrual up to 200 hours
• Shift Differentials:
• 4% for utility shifts
• 6% for night shifts
• Specialty Pay:
• Bilingual Pay: 5% (when certified)
• Field Training Officer (FTO) Pay: 5% while assigned a trainee
• Education Incentives:
• Up to $700 annually for job-related education expenses
• Degree Incentive Pay:
• 2.5% for Associate’s Degree
• 5% for Bachelor’s Degree
• Uniform & Equipment:
• $600 annual uniform allowance
• Issued duty equipment
• Career Development:
• Paid training including required certifications and academy completion
• Opportunities for advancement within the Correctional Deputy series

Supplemental information

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Experience and Education:

• Any achievement of a passing score on a Board of Corrections approved written Entrance Correctional Officer Examination, and achievement of a passing score on an oral qualifications appraisal interview.
• Ability to successfully pass an intensive background investigation as required by P.O.S.T. standards, including fingerprint and criminal history checks.
• Possession of appropriate physical and mental qualifications to pass a Public Safety Officer physical entrance examination and psychological entrance examination.
• Successful completion of the California Penal Code 832 training and STC Jail Core Academy within one (1) year of initial employment. Successful completion of a 120-hour Basic Complaint and Dispatcher's Course.
• Possession of an appropriate valid California Driver's License

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this knowledge would be some previous experience in working with people in a setting requiring group control. Also, completion of high school or the equivalent.