Correctional Technician I - San Luis Obispo County, CA

The Sheriff's Office is seeking self-motivated administrative support professionals to fill the position of Correctional Technician.

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.

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