Sheriff's Correctional Deputy

Sheriffs Correctional Deputy

Salary

$74,718.64 - $91,062.02 Annually

Location

Multiple locations throughout Tulare County, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

27-088800

Department

Sheriff Dept HR Only

Opening Date

10/09/2026

Closing Date

10/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

To apply principles and practices of corrections in the care and custody of adult prisoners incarcerated in all levels of security, including a maximum security detention facility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Incumbents in positions of this class are expected to assume responsibility for performance of assigned journey level duties. This is a peace officer position (while on duty) and incumbents may carry weapons.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

General supervision is provided by a Sheriffs Sergeant.

Typical Duties

Processes the reception, detention and release of adult inmates.

Handle the most difficult and complex tasks and duties within the institution.

Maintain institutional security on a 24 hour basis.

Learn the Penal Code, Health and Safety Code, the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Sheriffs Department, and other applicable laws and regulations.

Supervise assigned groups of adults engaged in work details and leisure time activities.

Transport inmates and prisoners safely and in accordance with applicable regulations, in a variety of situations.

Apply the policies and procedures of the Tulare County Detention Division.

Confer with the Sergeant on problem situations.

Write reports of activities and incidents.

Learn the principles of jail operations and tasks of the Sheriffs Correctional Deputy.

Operate and maintain fire suppression equipment.

Conduct criminal investigations and prepare cases for submission to the District Attorneys Office.

Appear in court as a witness.

Maintain the chain of evidence related to criminal prosecution and internal disciplinary matters.

Investigate incidents of inmate misconduct and victimization.

Attend training programs and activities.

Attend assigned court.

Assist with all courtroom procedures.

Maintain security and order of the courtroom and the judges chambers.

Summon and seat jurors, attorneys, and witnesses, and direct observers to seating areas.

Announce verdicts.

Assist in assembling and securing trial evidence.

Post courtroom dockets.

Set up equipment for courtroom demonstrations.

Guard jurors during deliberations, arrange for food, lodging, and personal needs, and escort them to meals and lodging.

Detain, search, guard, and transport prisoners.

Keep records of prisoner movements and write reports on courtroom incidents.

Process the reception, detention and release of adult inmates.

Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Knowledge of:

• Inventory and records-keeping.
• Math sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions.

Skill/Ability to:

• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Read and understand moderately complex information.
• Copy information and clearly and legibly write grammatically correct reports, memoranda and observational descriptions.
• Command and use authority in inmate supervision.
• Recognize emergency, potentially dangerous, and unusual situations, act appropriately, and direct others to respond.
• Help inmates resolve practical life problems.
• Use proper restraining techniques.
• Give and follow oral and written instructions.
• Memorize and recall information.
• Perform numerical and alphabetical filing.

Education:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented with course work in corrections, police science, and/or psychology.

Experience:

• Military, correctional, and/or civilian experience related to group and individual supervision and direction.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California drivers license.
• Basic First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate.
• STC Basic Correctional Officer Training Certificate.
• PC 832 Certificate.

Additional Information

[Sheriffs Correctional Deputy] Job Code: 088800, Res: 05-0555, Updated 8/23/05; Res 13-0479 Updated 7/9/13

Supplemental Information

Overtime Status: Eligible

Probation: Twelve (12) Months

BU: 13

Bargaining Unit 13

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount:

An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance:

A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement:

The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday

Vacation Accrual:

2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)

3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)

4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)

5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)

Limit of 370 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation.

Career Incentive Pay

Employees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation - 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below.

Years of Service

% Increase

Total

5

3%

3%

10

2%

5%

15

3%

8%

20

2%

10%

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is available through the Tulare County Deputy Sheriff's Association.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare Countys benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site: https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

01

Are you 21 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Please list your Drivers License or ID number.

04

Please provide name of high school or adult school you graduated from.

05

Provide year you graduated from high school or received your GED.

06

This position requires the ability to work a flexible work schedule and shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07

This position requires the ability to work in a locked detentions facility, which enforces a "lock down, no hostages" policy. It also requires the ability to work alone or with others for extended periods of time, remaining alert and on task. Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

08

I understand that this position will require for me to take and pass a Physical Agility Test given by the Tulare County Sheriffs Office.

• Yes
• No

09

I understand that Tulare County Sheriffs Office policy contains personal appearance standards which include prohibiting visible tattoos above the collar line or below the wrist.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer County of Tulare

Address 2500 W Burrel Avenue

Visalia, California, 93291

Phone (559) 636-4900

Website http://www.tularecounty.ca.gov