Correctional Technician I - Permanent and Limited Term

The Ideal Candidate: 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.

How to Apply: Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. 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 hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

Benefits: Make a Difference Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.

Compensation and Benefits: Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package. Some benefits include: Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees. Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)Free visits to the employee health clinic Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust Optional deferred compensation plan Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)Paid personal, sick and vacation days 12 paid holidays Employee Assistance Program Education and Wellness Allowance Post Employment Health Plan Family Friendly workplace policies Flexible work schedule options Rideshare commuter benefits Pet Insurance The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs. Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates: The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465. Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions: The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages. To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage. Learning and Development The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings. Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include: Emotional Intelligence Supervisor/Manager academies Microsoft Suite courses Defensive Driving Financial management Retirement preparedness Teambuilding Written Communication Conflict Management Clifton Strengths Finder and DISCJob specific conferences/trainings Student Loan Forgiveness Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program County employees also have access to Got Zoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans. Homebuyer assistance program Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.