Correctional Officer II - LATERAL ($15k Signing bonus)

Napa County
Napa, California United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 25, 2025
  • Salary: $96,595.20 - $115,169.60 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • CORRECTIONS
  • Job Description

    Napa County as an Employer

    As an organization, the County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. LEARN MORE HERE.

    The Position

    This is a LATERAL RECRUITMENT for the Correctional II Classification at Napa County. Only those who meet the LATERAL Correction Officer II requirements are eligible to be considered for this recruitment.

    Applicants for this LATERAL recruitment will be required to meet the following criteria:
    • Achieved a passing score on the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Adult Corrections Officer Examination

    • Completed the California BSCC's Adult Corrections Officer Core Course

    • Completed the California BSCC's Adult Corrections Officer Supplemental Core Course (also referred to as the 832 Penal Code Course)

    Under California Code of Regulations Title 15, gender is a bona fide occupational qualification for the position of Correctional Officer.


    The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill full-time, part-time, limited-term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year.

    About Napa County Department of Corrections:
    The Napa County Department of Corrections (NCDC) is dedicated to providing professional correctional services to the citizens of Napa County. The Napa County Department of Corrections has jurisdiction over the Napa County Jail facility; it does not operate under the authority of the Napa County Sheriff’s Office. The facility houses both pre-sentenced and sentenced incarcerated persons, and i s responsible for the coordination of all programs and services related to the institutional care, treatment and rehabilitation, including:
    • Classification
    • Diagnosis
    • Intake screening
    • Programs that deal with sentencing alternatives
    Learn more about the Napa County Department of Corrections HERE!

    Salary & Benefits:
    Hourly: $46.44 (Step 1) - $55.37 (Step 5)
    Annually: $96,595.20 (Step 1) - $115,169.60 (Step 5)

    Public Service Employee Unit Benefits Summary

    Correctional Officers also receive a 5% Detention Services Premium in addition to the salary listed above.
    • 3.5% COLA increase effective 7/01/2026

    Additionally, newly hired Correctional Officers may also qualify for*:
    • Signing Bonus of $15,000
    • Vacation Leave Bank of 80 hours upon successful completion of the probationary period (transfers from other agencies only)
    • Student Loan Forgiveness
    * Conditions apply based on a version of the Hiring and Promotional Incentive Pilot Program Policy in effect on the hire date.

    About the Position of Correctional Officer II:
    Correctional Officer II is the fully qualified working level in the Correctional Officer series. Incumbents are expected to work independently using judgment and initiative within established department guidelines and procedures.

    Position Requirements for Correctional Officer II:
    • The County jail is a 24/7/365 operation. Persons employed in this class must be willing to work odd irregular and/or rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends.
    • Mandated Standards and Training for Corrections program requirements must be completed before permanent status may be granted.
    • Must be legall y authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
    To qualify for Correctional Officer II classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:
    • Experience: One year of corrections experience in a detention setting.
    • Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. (Equivalent to two years of college with course work in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, corrections, and/or behavioral sciences is highly desired.
    RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PROCESS: 1. Application Review Online applications will be accepted and reviewed on a continuous basis. 2. Minimum Qualification Screening
    Applicants for this LATERAL position will be required to meet the following criteria:
    • Achieved a passing score on the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Adult Corrections Officer Examination
    • Completed the California BSCC's Adult Corrections Officer Core Course
    • Completed the California BSCC's Adult Corrections Officer Supplemental Core Course (also referred to as the 832 Penal Code Course)
    • Experience: One year of corrections experience in a detention setting.

    3. Oral Exam (Panel Interview) Only those who passed the minimum qualifications for this LATERAL CORRECITIONAL OFFICER II recruitment will be invited to the Oral Exam (Panel Interview). The Oral Exam (Panel Interview) will be held on a continuous basis. 4. Establish Eligibility List Candidates selected to continue in the hiring process will be required to successfully pass an extensive background investigation, as well as a psychological and polygraph tests.
    Human Resources reserves the right to make changes to the recruitment process and schedule at any time.

    Example of Duties

    Review the full job description for these classifications below:
    • Correctional Officer II
    DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS
    Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3101).

    ADA ACCOMMODATION
    Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303.

    Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES BENEFITS INFORMATION

    SALARY -
    Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.

    ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO -
    Click here for additional benefits information forPublic ServicesEmployees:
    https://www.countyofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/25886/Benefits-Summary---Public-Service-Employee-PSE

    THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS

    EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

    PHYSICAL STANDARDS -
    Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.

    FINGERPRINTING -
    All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.

    SELECTION PROCESS -

    FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam.

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • Special Instructions

    Continuous
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Napa County
    • Napa County

    The Napa Valley - Internationally known for its fine wines, exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to 130,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage.

    Located in the heart of California’s preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities.

    The Napa Valley’s strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.

    The County of Napa is a highly respected employer within the local community as well as throughout the region. We offer rewarding and challenging work, flexible hours, competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and tremendous opportunities for career growth. At the County of Napa we truly value our employees and are committed to diversity in our family-oriented environment. This is why we are the Employer of Choice for more than 1,300 employees.

    As an organization, the County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community’s values: integrity, accountability, and service.


    Please visit our career page for current opportunities: www.napacountycareers.com

    A general law county, Napa County is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors elected by district for four year terms. The Board of Supervisors appoints a County Executive Officer who is responsible for providing overall management for the County’s operations, including day-to-day supervision of the County’s appointed department heads.

    Napa County has a budget of over $454 million and has enjoyed relative financial stability in recent years compared to many agencies. More than 1,300 county employees provide services to the public through 17 departments—5 managed by elected officials and the remainder managed by a department head appointed by the Board of Supervisors based on the recommendation of the County Executive Officer. County services include land use permitting, road maintenance, social services, public safety, elections, public health, behavioral health, environmental management, airport operations, library services, emergency operations and dozens of other pro-grams that benefit County residents. As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of its residents and reflecting the best of the community’s values: integrity, accountability and service.

     

     

     

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