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Job Description
Examples of Duties
This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both Full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is up 22.48 per hour.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Operates computer to track officer movement and inmates/minors assigned to a specific facility.
- Looks for aggressive behavior or other potential security problems between inmates/juveniles notifying Correctional Officer or Juvenile Institutions Officer on duty of all suspicious behaviors.
- Maintains visitor and inmate/juvenile access control.
- Ensures Correctional Officer or Juvenile Institutions Officer access to secured areas.
- Makes announcements to inmates/juveniles and officers on duty.
- Assists the public with inmate/juvenile and facility information and provides them with general procedural information.
- Transmits information between housing units, medical, control, commissary, etc.
- Assigns computer based alpha or numeric identification codes to inmates/juveniles.
- Determines routing of information based on content and knowledge of unit operations.
- Records and processes bail and/or court fees from schedule on inmates in custody.
- Prepares reports and other related written material.
- May assist with the processing of prisoners/detainees. May also testify in court on matters relating to inmates/juveniles.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from High School.
OPTION I
Experience:
Two (2) years of full time experience as a security guard, dispatcher, computer/surveillance terminal operator, or similar work in a related public law enforcement field or military service. One year of college or business school may substitute for one year of required experience.
OPTION II
Experience:
Two (2) years of full time clerical experience which involved increased responsibility
and public contact. One year of college or business school may substitute for one year of required experience. Work experience in a law enforcement agency is desirable.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Monitor internal security surveillance cameras and monitors radio traffic, alarm systems and other security and control systems.
- Operates facility control panels controlling electrical doors restricting movement of visitors and inmates/juveniles or allowing access to Correctional Officers/Juvenile Institutions Officers.
- Effectively communicate with individuals from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds both in person and over the telephone.
- Respond appropriately to immediate response situations.
- Perform job duties under stressful situations.
- Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards, and/or County regulations.
- Operate a personal computer and other modern office equipment.
- Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.
- Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.
- Occasionally kneel, bend, twist, squat, balance and crawl.
- Frequent use of hand-eye coordination.
- Frequent use of data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion.
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping.
- Sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
- Regular attendance is an essential function.
- Correctional facility safety and security issues.
- State Penal, Vehicle, Health and Safety, and Welfare Institutions Codes.
- Effective verbal communication and written skills.
- Personal and on-line computer systems.
Ability to:- Establish and maintain filing systems.
- Recognize potential violent and inappropriate behavior.
- Comprehend written and oral instructions.
- Read and interpret written material accurately and effectively.
- Use sound judgment.
- Understand, interpret and explain regulations and policies governing correctional facility operations.
- Recognize and respect limit of authority and responsibility.
- Monitor and effectively direct inmates/juveniles and officers.
- Demonstrate tact and diplomacy while dealing firmly and fairly with inmates/juveniles.
HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
VACATION
10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).
SICK LEAVE
0.0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.
HOLIDAYS
Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way.
INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units.- Anthem 500 EPO
- Anthem 1500 EPO
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
State Disability Insurance (SDI)- Merced County non-management employees are enrolled in the State Disability Insurance Program (SDI). Premiums for this insurance are paid by the employee. This insurance is administered solely by the State, who determines eligibility and payments. Benefit amounts are based on the quarter with the highest wages earned within the base period.
County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance- Represented Employees $10,000
RETIREMENT
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.
MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.
EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS.
EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.
EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS
The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.
THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.
For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous - Operates computer to track officer movement and inmates/minors assigned to a specific facility.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Merced County
Show moreMerced County, located in the heart of California's Central Valley, offers a unique blend of vibrant agricultural heritage and modern development. Known as the "Gateway to Yosemite," Merced County is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including nearby national parks, lush farmlands, and scenic rivers. The county's strategic location provides easy access to major urban centers like San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno, making it an ideal hub for both business and leisure. With a diverse economy anchored by agriculture, education, healthcare, and manufacturing, Merced County offers ample opportunities for career growth and professional development. The presence of the University of California, Merced, further enhances the county's reputation as a center for innovation and research, attracting top talent and fostering a dynamic workforce.
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