Correctional Officer Recruit-Eligibility List
Salary
$3,374.00 - $4,107.00 Monthly
Location
County of Imperial, CA
Job Type
Eligibility List
Job Number
202602949
Department
Sheriff
Division
1025001 Sheriff Corrections Division
Opening Date
06/11/2026
Closing Date
6/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Yearly Salary Up To
3% increase July 2026
Agility Exam Date
July 1, 2026
Written Exam Date
July 22, 2026
Basic Function and Distinguishing Characteristics
All successful candidates will receive training in all work activities performed by Correctional Officers. Correctional Officer Trainees are hired on a provisional basis and are required to meet the minimum qualifications of Correctional Officer I within one year from date of hire. Additionally, trainees must possess the ability to establish a positive rapport with individuals from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds; good oral and written communication skills; maturity, emotional stability, and good judgment; and the ability to work in a frequently unpredictable environment.
Education and Experience/ Licenses and Other Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Experience: One (1) year of full-time work experience.
Education: A high school graduate or General Education Development (GED). Test indicating high school graduation level. (MUST SUBMIT COPY WITH APPLICATION).
Age: At least 18 years of age.
License: Possession of a valid class "C" California Driver's License. A valid Class "B" California Driver's License may be required.
SPECIAL NOTE:
As a condition of employment, candidates must undergo and pass a thorough and detailed personal background investigation and polygraph examination. These investigations include employment / credit histories, arrest / criminal records, drug / alcohol use, and personal conduct. Background materials for failed candidates are retained for one year. Medical and psychological examinations are also included in our hiring process.
Supplemental Information
A valid driver's license may be required at the time of appointment and employees may also be required to drive their own vehicle and provide proof of liability insurance as per Vehicle Code VC § 160020. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
This position may require pre-employment drug test, physical examination, and fingerprinting for a background investigation.
The County of Imperial does not unlawfully discriminate on any prohibited basis under state or federal law including prohibitions listed in title VII, the Age and Discrimination and Employment Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you feel you have a need for special arrangements due to a disability in order to participate in the recruitment process, call (442) 265-1148 or call California Relay Service at 7-1-1.
About Imperial County: Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley in the southeast of California, bordering Arizona and Mexico, with the Colorado River forming the County's eastern boundary. Imperial County is a major agricultural center, producing half of the nations winter vegetables, as well as extensive renewable resources, such as geothermal, wind, and solar. Off-road enthusiasts are drawn to the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation area, and the Colorado River is a popular destination for watersports, including fishing, boating, and water skiing. Fans of the popular movie, The Return of the Jedi, will recognize the Algodones Sand Dunes, where the movie was filmed.
Medical Standards Evaluation
The County of Imperial adheres to the CA Board of Corrections' Standards and Training for Corrections Program (STC) requirements for medical and evaluation protocols of a local Correction and Probation Officer. For information regarding the STC guidelines, you can visit: https://www.bscc.ca.gov/
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page:https://hr.imperialcounty.org/medical-plans/
Employer County of Imperial
Address 940 W. Main Street Suite 101
El Centro, California, 92243
Phone Phone 442-265-1148
Fax 442-265-1167
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/imperialcounty/