Inmate Watch Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position/Program Information LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT FIRST DAY OF FILING : January 10, 2025 8:00 A.M. (PT) EXAM NUMBER: J2749F TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING TYPE: Open Continuous The application filing period will be open continuous but may be suspended AT ANY TIME without prior notice AND this examination may reopen as the needs of the service require. It is recommended that you complete your application using a desktop or laptop to apply with the most up-to-date version of Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge

Note that the system also requires email verification for each new email address, which may result in delays in submitting an application. It is recommended that you create a profile before the application start date. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Assists sworn personnel in maintaining order and security in a Sheriff's Department custody detention, station jail, or court lockup facility.

Positions allocable to this class function as para-professional support to sworn personnel and are distinguished by the need to exercise independent judgment and initiative while under the direct and/or functional supervision of designated sworn personnel. Incumbents are initially assigned to a Custody facility other than a Type l jail, receive immediate supervision from sworn law enforcement personnel, assist sworn staff in observing inmates and in supervising recreational and work activities of inmates, and may be assigned to assist sworn supervisory staff in a main or dormitory control booth by monitoring inmate movement and controlling entry and exit to a facility, or in the classification process at a custody facility. Incumbents with a competent performance rating may be assigned to a Sheriff's Station or Custody Division Type I jail facility after one year, or to a court lockup facility after two years.

Positions assigned to a court lockup, station, or Type l jail facility receive immediate supervision from the Watch Commander, the Watch Sergeant, or designated supervisory authority. These incumbents have primary responsibility for facility intake and release processes, ensuring the maintenance of order and security in the detention area of a facility, compliance with administrative regulations, judicial rulings, and the Sheriff's Department Manual of Policy and Procedures. Essential Job Functions Assists in supervising the conduct of inmates in sleeping quarters, during meals and bathing, at recreation, and on work assignments.

Assists in instructing and overseeing the work of a group of inmates assigned to various operational, maintenance, or other rehabilitative activities. Assists in the operation of main or dormitory control booths. Assists in processing inmates for court appearances.

Assists in performing administrative and operation duties such as scheduling, maintaining unit logs and records, preparing reports or memoranda, and other record keeping as directed. Controls or assists in controlling and monitoring access to attorney rooms and visiting areas. Fingerprints, photographs, and/or operates live scan machines or assists in the process of fingerprinting and photographing inmates.

Issues visitor passes and facility employee identification cards. Operates a computer terminal to obtain criminal history information including warrants or other holds, and updates classification or housing information as needed. Interviews inmates and reviews records relative to the classification process to determine appropriate security level, eligibility for transfer to other facilities, or status as returnees from other facilities.

Ensures compliance with Title 15 of the California Code of Regulations and/or other legislative or judicial compliance orders as needed. Distribute and account for facility keys as needed. Assigned to a Sheriff's Station or other Type l jail facility to assist in receiving and processing inmates: e.g., searching, booking, photographing, fingerprinting, maintaining inmate records, and performing additional duties in relation to booking procedures and compliance with administrative regulations and court decisions as needed

Secures inmates and their personal property and monies as needed in compliance with departmental policies and procedures including juvenile detention policies and regulations. Maintains gate book, station jail reference manual, and/or other booking paperwork. Transmits fingerprint cards and/or operates Live Scan equipment, as needed.

Issues personal hygiene supplies and/or specifically approved medications, as directed. Orders, inspects, and serves food to inmates. Maintains sanitary conditions within the custody, jail, or court lockup facility.

Responds to public inquiries regarding inmates. Provides opportunities for inmates to contact the Bail Deviation Unit for possible bail reduction or release on the inmate's own recognizance. Inspects the court lockup and floor detention areas prior to and after inmate occupancy.

Scans inmate wristband identification upon entry to and exit from the lockup and other secured areas using the Defendant Inmate Movement Management System (DIMMS); processes booking remands and release of inmates. Collects DNA from identified inmates as legally mandated; secures results for further processing; enters information into the DNA Offender Tracking System (DOTS). Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AGE Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law. You will be required to submit your documents during the background investigation. EDUCATION Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent high school proficiency or higher education.

Evidence of equivalent high school proficiency includes having successfully passed the GED, TASC, HiSET, CHSPE, or CPP. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by one of the approved organizations listed by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) https://www.naces.org/members or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) http://aice-eval.org

These organizations are private enterprises who charge a fee for their services. Successful applicants will be required to submit sealed transcripts and/or other education documents during the background investigation. LICENSE A valid California class "C" driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS IV - Arduous This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be in good general physical condition and free from any medical conditions that would interfere with the satisfactory performance of the essential duties of this classification.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE As part of this application process, you will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure you meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD). If you fail the pre-investigative questionnaire, you may be disqualified and will have to wait three (3) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.

Additional Information WORK CONDITIONS The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) operates seven days a week, 24-hours a day, and has locations throughout the greater Los Angeles County. Appointees must be willing to: work any shift. work overtime and consecutive shifts.

work any day of the year. work with people of any race or ethnic group. work assignments with co-workers of the opposite sex.

work in any location within the County of Los Angeles. have split or varied days off. work assignments where there is risk of being injured in the performance of their duties.

deal with people who are hostile, irrational, emotionally distraught, or mentally ill. deal with volatile or life-threatening situations. make appropriate split-second decisions in emergent, highly stressful situations.

work independently and as a partner or team member with a variety of individuals. EXAMINATION CONTENT The examination will consist of a computer based multiple-choice test weighted 100%, assessing writing clarity, vocabulary, spelling, writing grammar, reading comprehension, deductive and inductive reasoning, and data interpretation. You must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the multiple-choice test to be placed on the eligible register.

If you fail the multiple-choice test, you may retest without penalty before your application expires. The multiple-choice test is not reviewable by applicants per Civil Service Rule 7.19. TEST PREPARATION INFORMATION There are websites available that have practice tests to help in the preparation of this examination

They are only guides and do not guarantee success in the examination. These sample tests are located at the following sites: The Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit https://apps.hr.lacounty.gov/olt/Test The Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission website: https://post.ca.gov/portals/0/post_docs/publications/poWrittenPracticeTest.pdf RESCHEDULING PROCEDURE Your application will remain active for three (3) months from the date of your application. You may reschedule the multiple-choice test within a three-month period from the date of your application

You must pass the multiple-choice test before your application expires. MULTIPLE CHOICE TEST SCORE The LASD's Law Enforcement Job Family (LEJF) multiple-choice test scores do not expire. SCORE TRANSFERS If you meet the selection requirements for this position and achieved a qualifying score from any of the LASD's LEJF examinations, the latest LEJF multiple-choice test score will be transferred to this position.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION In lieu of traditional banding, an alternative banding procedure may be employed as a result of a special study sanctioned by the Department of Human Resources, consistent with Civil Service Rule 11.01(D). Eligible applicants will be placed on the eligible register accordingly and will remain on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility, unless you: withdraw or refuse the position at any time after the multiple-choice test. do not appear (DNA) to any scheduled appointment

do not appear (DNA) to any scheduled background investigation appointment. are disqualified during the background investigation. are disqualified from the medical or psychological evaluation.

VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. ELECTRONIC CORRESPONDENCE All correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application. It is important that you provide a valid email address.

Please add the following email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail: rcelis@lasd.org swornexamsentrylevel@lasd.org ehire@lasd.org spsupport@lasd.org info@governmentjobs.com You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices

It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for a late test administration or re-scheduling. SPECIAL INFORMATION ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.

Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge. DISQUALIFICATION The background questions in the Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) are utilized to ensure you meet the standards of the LASD. If you fail any background question(s) you may be disqualified from all LEJF examinations for which you have applied and will have to wait a minimum of three (3) months from the date of disqualification to reapply.

LASD HIRING PROCESS 1. Application (including SQ) 2. Multiple-Choice Test 3.

Background Investigation 4. Psychological and Medical Evaluations If during the hiring process, the Department determines that one or more components have expired prior to hire, you will be required to complete the expired component(s) again. PRE-INVESTIGATIVE QUESTIONNAIRE You will be required to complete a Pre-Investigative Questionnaire that will consist of questions regarding narcotics use, theft, arrest history, domestic violence, and driving history.

Examples of disqualifying factors include but are not limited to: Failure to appear to scheduled appointments, felony convictions, job related misdemeanor convictions, certain serious traffic convictions or patterns, suspended license, driving under the influence, poor credit or employment history, substance abuse, and active criminal probation. PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT (PHS) You will receive emails from the Department's electronic case management system, E-Hire, with instructions on how to complete the required Personal History Statement (PHS) and submit specific documents (i.e., driver license, social security card, birth/marriage certificate(s) etc.). It is your responsibility to bring both original documents and copies to your background intake appointment

LASD representatives will verify the copies against the original documents and return all original documents. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION A thorough background investigation will be conducted which includes, but is not limited to; discrepancy interviews, a Live Scan (fingerprint search), polygraph examination, law enforcement agency checks, and residence/employment checks. If you complete the background investigation you may be selected for the position and will be extended a conditional offer of employment prior to the psychological and medical evaluations.

If you are disqualified from the background investigation you may be ineligible to reapp...