Job Information

SANTA ANA POLICE DEPARTMENT
60 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92701
714-245-8670
http://www.santa-ana.org/pd/

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Updated: January 05, 2021

Job Classification: Correctional Officer (Bilingual and Non-Bilingual)

The city of Santa Ana is currently building an eligibility list for Correctional Officer (Bilingual and Non-Bilingual) positions. To be considered for this position, all candidates are required to submit a department application, located here, as well as complete the REACT Corrections exam through National Testing Network.

Salary Information:
$32.44 - $39.43 Hourly
$1,297.62 - $1,577.31 Weekly
$5,623.00 - $6,835.00 Monthly
$67,476.00 - $82,020.00 Annually

Benefits Information: For an extensive list of employee benefits, please visit https://www.santa-ana.org/hr/employee-benefits

Candidate Contact:
Maria Orozco
Human Resources Technician
714-647-5471
morozco@santa-ana.org

Department Overview:

The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitudes, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a PASSION for public service. Having the best employees provides the best service to the community.

Under general supervision, performs functions related to the incarceration and care of inmates during a shift.

City Information: Santa Ana, Orange County

Population: 334,217

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Sufficient training and/or experience conducive to the skills and abilities listed below. In addition, candidates must possess and retain a valid California Class C driver's license as a condition of employment.

Skill in: Exercising safe and effective physical restraint tactics; basic typing and computer knowledge; organizational skills; dealing effectively with a wide variety of people; and writing reports.

Ability to: Maintain security, control, and custody of inmates in an assigned facility; effectively and expeditiously search persons and identify contraband and potentially dangerous items; escort and restrain inmates; respond to emergency or stressful situations quickly, calmly and decisively; observe situations and recall facts; interact with people of varied social, economic, and cultural backgrounds; communicate in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner to relay information and gain compliance; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; render emergency first aid; understand and follow rules and oral and written instructions; perform basic arithmetic computations; and maintain records and prepare reports.

Special Requirements: Must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, nights, holidays, and weekends. Officers will work any time of day as required, including times of city and/or civil emergencies.

Tattoo Policy: Tattoos shall not be visible while employees are on-duty. If you have any visible tattoos on or behind the ear, on the hands or fingers, on the neck or head that cannot be covered by a standard collared uniform shirt, you do not meet our tattoo policy and you will not be able to continue in the selection process. If you have any questions regarding the tattoo policy, please contact Background Unit Supervisor, Corporal Pedro Duran via e-mail at PDuran@santa-ana.org.

Candidates will be required to attend and successfully complete an eight-week Correctional Officer training academy within the one-year probationary period. .

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To: Ensures the safety of inmates and staff in a direct supervision correctional environment. Adheres to state and federal laws related to the confinement and supervision of inmates. Completes the arrestee booking process and conducts searches of those in custody. Conducts interviews with inmates. Performs record checks and issues citations. Fingerprints and photographs inmates. Accepts and secures property to be used for evidence or held for safekeeping. Dispenses clothing and linen to inmates. Inspects jail facilities for cleanliness and maintains appropriate security and maintenance standards. Supervises inmates assigned to the various housing units; supervises a variety of housing unit activities that include meal distribution, use of the showers, use of phones, visitation, recreation, and ensure inmates maintain general housing unit sanitary standards. Supervises the administering of oral medication to inmates by medical staff. Performs administrative duties such as scheduling and prepares basic incident reports. Records daily activities on electronic logs documenting inmate meal distribution, headcounts, inmate visitation, property distribution, bookings, and other significant events. Oversees and instructs groups of inmates assigned work details. When necessary, physically restrains inmates, uses defensive weapons as directed by the on-duty supervisor; secures inmates into restraint chairs or similar equipment, when necessary. Monitors visitors/contract employees entering and exiting the facility and supervises their contact with inmates. Processes inmate correspondence, monitors inmate phone calls and processes inmate request slips. Responds to inmate grievances and conducts disciplinary hearings. Prepares for the transportation of inmates by applying restraint equipment and inspecting vehicles for safety.
Escorts inmates throughout the facility. Processes inmates for release. Oversees and controls jail movement from a central control room. Testifies in court. May be assigned to transport inmates outside of jail facility if assigned to the Jail Transport Unit. Performs related functions as required.

CHARACTERISTICS OF SUCCESSFUL PERFORMERS: Successful performers are courteous and fair-minded when dealing with prisoners and the public. Logical and level headed, these individuals display common sense and maturity and exercise good judgment when evaluating and responding to situations. They react appropriately and quickly in both crisis and routine situations. In addition, they have excellent interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to work well with people from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Selection Process: Applications, as well as responses to the supplemental questionnaire, will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department and Police Department. A Personal History Statement and Background Investigative Questionnaire, completed by candidates prior to the end of the selection process, will also be reviewed by the Police Department. Applicants that possess the most recent and pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which includes:

REACT Test: (50%) includes multiple-choice video simulations and computer administered test in which candidates must complete the following four components: a video-based human relations test, a reading test, a math test and a report writing test. Testing takes approximately 2 hours. The examination is administered by the National Testing Network. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE THE REACT EXAM UNTIL YOU RECEIVE AN E MAIL STATING THAT YOU MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. Candidates need a score of 80% or higher on the Video Section, 70% or higher on the Count Section, and 80% or higher on the Reading Section to pass this examination.

The next two selection components (Physical Agility Exam and Oral Interview Examination) are all consolidated in one day of testing.

PHYSICAL AGILITY EXAM: (qualifying) will evaluate each applicant's physical strength, agility and endurance in the following timed components:
3 LAPS: Complete three 25-foot laps wearing a 30-pound air pack or back pack within 30 seconds.
50 YARD SPRINT: Sprint on a straight track within 30 seconds.
OBSTACLE COURSE: Complete the following: Start 15 yards back from the beginning of flight of stairs or bleacher steps, walk or jog the 15 yards, climb up 10 steps, return down the stairs and jog or run back to the original starting point within 30 seconds.
BODY DRAG: Lift and drag 165-pound lifelike dummy 20 feet within 20 seconds.

Each of the above events are timed. Candidates must successfully complete all four events to pass the physical agility test.
ORAL INTERVIEW EXAMINATION: (weight of 50%) will evaluate experience, training and personal qualifications for the position. Candidates need a score of 70% or higher to pass this examination.

BILINGUAL ORAL FLUENCY EXAM: (if applicable) will evaluate the ability to communicate effectively in both English and a second approved language (see link at the top of this section to read about the accepted second languages). Candidates do not need to pass this examination in order to continue in the selection process.

Applicants must receive a passing score in each component of the selection process in order to be further considered. Those who are successful in all of the above will be placed on an eligible list and will be considered for appointment as vacancies occur.

The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation.

NOTE: Following the completion of the aforementioned civil service recruitment process, the Police Department will receive the names of candidates eligible for hiring consideration and will contact candidates directly to schedule selection interviews with the Jail Bureau Administrator.

NOTE: Prior to selection, a thorough police background investigation will be conducted. This review of suitability for employment will include an examination by a licensed psychologist, a polygraph examination, and a medical examination.

(Salary reflected at the top of this job bulletin does not include bilingual pay)

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