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Champaign County

Correctional Officer

Urbana, IL · On-site

$51K/yr

Champaign County/Correctional Officer (Sheriff) Date Posted: 4/18/2023 Location: 502 S. Lierman (Satellite Jail) Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Until Filled CORRECTIONAL OFFICER Do you have what ...

Champaign County

Correctional Officer

Urbana, IL

$51K/yr

Correctional Officer Applicant Testing The Sheriff's office allows candidates to test year-round for the position of corrections deputy. Correctional officers are required to be at least 21 years of ...

Nevada County

Correctional Officer I

Nevada City, CA · On-site

$64K - $79K/yr

As a Correctional Officer, you are an important part of the Sheriff's Office ( and have the critical responsibility of providing a safe and secure environment at a wide variety of locations and ...

Nevada County

Correctional Officer I

Nevada City, CA · On-site

$64K - $79K/yr

As a Correctional Officer, you are an important part of the Sheriff's Office ( and have the critical responsibility of providing a safe and secure environment at a wide variety of locations and ...

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How much do sheriff correctional officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for sheriff correctional officer in the United States is $54,007.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sheriff correctional officer?

Sheriff Correctional Officers are law enforcement professionals responsible for overseeing inmates in county jails, detention centers, or correctional facilities under the jurisdiction of a sheriff's department. Their duties include maintaining security and order, supervising inmate activities, conducting searches for contraband, and ensuring the safety of both inmates and staff. They may also assist with inmate transportation, booking procedures, and enforcing facility rules. Sheriff Correctional Officers play a critical role in the criminal justice system by helping to maintain a safe and secure environment within correctional institutions.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a sheriff correctional officer?

To thrive as a Sheriff Correctional Officer, you need a high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of correctional procedures, and successful completion of law enforcement or correctional officer training and certification. Familiarity with security technologies, incident reporting systems, and physical restraint techniques is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, composure under stress, and sound judgment are essential for managing inmate behavior and maintaining facility safety. These skills and qualifications are critical to ensure the secure and humane supervision of inmates while upholding legal and ethical standards.

What are the most common challenges sheriff correctional officers face when managing inmate populations?

Sheriff Correctional Officers frequently encounter challenges such as maintaining safety and order among inmates, diffusing conflicts, and ensuring compliance with facility rules. Managing a diverse inmate population requires strong communication skills, situational awareness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Officers must also adapt to rapidly changing situations and work collaboratively with other officers and support staff to ensure a secure and respectful environment.

What is the difference between Sheriff Correctional Officer vs Deputy Sheriff?

AspectSheriff Correctional OfficerDeputy Sheriff
CredentialsHigh school diploma or GED, correctional officer certificationHigh school diploma or GED, law enforcement academy training, peace officer certification
Work EnvironmentJails, detention centers, correctional facilitiesPatrol, crime scenes, courts, community
Employer & IndustryCounty sheriff's office, correctional institutionsSheriff's office, law enforcement agencies
Primary DutiesSupervise inmates, maintain security in detention facilitiesEnforce laws, patrol neighborhoods, respond to incidents

While both roles are part of law enforcement, Sheriff Correctional Officers focus on managing inmates and maintaining security within correctional facilities. Deputy Sheriffs have broader law enforcement duties, including patrolling communities and responding to emergencies. Both require certification, but Deputy Sheriffs typically undergo more extensive law enforcement training.

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Infographic showing various Sheriff Correctional Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,007 per year, or $26 per hour.

Sheriff's Correctional Officer I - Female

Placerville, CA • On-site

County of El Dorado, CA
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$67K - $93K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Salary : $67,995.20 - $93,329.60 Annually
Location : Placerville & South Lake Tahoe, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2608-5501
Department: Sheriff
Opening Date: 08/19/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
This recruitment is for female applicants only to comply with staffing requirements under California Penal Code 4021
THE EL DORADO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to providing exceptional public service in alignment with the Sheriff's Office Mission and Vision, taking a modern approach to the traditional services of law enforcement, fostering leadership and employee development, and remaining faithful and responsive to the communities we serve.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Sheriff's Correctional Officers have the opportunity to serve and protect their communities in a unique way; following the Sheriff's Vision of Total enforcement on crime and criminals, and delivering consistent and humane care to those placed in our custody. Correctional Officers are assigned to both the South Lake Tahoe and Placerville facilities and may be assigned to specialty units within the jails such as Classification and Gangs, Inmate Services, and armed Transportation Officers.
Check out our website www.joinEDSO.org for more information!
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
  • Processes incoming inmates and assist with releasing from custody.
  • Maintain safety and security while ensuring facility remains in compliance with daily Title 15 mandates; including supervise inmate exercise, recreation, visiting and similar privileges
  • Responds to emergency situations within the facility, including medical responses. Evaluate emergency situations, providing immediate response with proper actions.
  • Monitoring inmate daily activity, documenting incidents, searching facility and inmates for contraband and weapons.
  • Handcuffing, subduing and restraining persons who pose a danger to themself or others, and using restraining devices.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description
Sheriff's Personnel Unit will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations. Any combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be at least 18 years of age.
Correctional Officer I: Graduation from high school OR possession of a GED Certificate.
Click to view the minimum qualifications for Sheriff's Correctional Officer I/II, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONApply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Miah Linson in the Sheriff's Personnel Unit at linsonr@edso.org.
RECRUITMENT PROCESSThe Sheriff's Personnel Unit will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. Those qualified applicants will be notified by email at least one week prior to testing date.
Applicants will be required to complete a pre-investigative questionnaire. Based on the information provided, applicants may be disqualified based on criteria set forth in Part 7, Section 706.1 of the County of El Dorado Personnel Rules and in conjunction with Sheriff's Selection Policy 1000. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
Please refer to Sheriff's Policy 1000 - Selection Standards for more information regarding disqualifying events in an applicant's background.
A written exam will be utilized to determine an applicant's ranking and placement on the eligibility list. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications and are therefore eligible to participate, you will receive a link to schedule a written exam. The written and physical exams are scheduled for 09/03/2026 at 8am. Panel interviews will happen immediately following the physical and written exams. The next exams are tentatively scheduled for 09/17/2026 and 10/01/2026.If you have taken the BSCC Adult Correction Officer examination within twelve (12) months prior to the scheduled date of the examination, you may elect to transfer that examination score or sit for the examination again; you must contact Sheriff's Personnel prior to the scheduled exam date to request that your previous score be transferred. Per BSCC, you may not take the exam within 30 days of a previous written test administration. All applicants must participate in the physical abilities exam unless you have previously passed the exam within the past twelve (12) months; you must contact Sheriff's Personnel prior to the scheduled exam date to request that your previous physical ability exam be transferred.
CLICK for information on the Physical Abilities Test and Written Test
For more information on the recruitment process, .
Based on the Sheriff's Office needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe El Dorado County Sheriff's Office is recruiting applicants for Sheriff's Correctional Officer I. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time vacancies.
We currently have the following vacancies:
Multiple full time vacancies located in both South Lake Tahoe and Placerville, CA. All candidates will initially be assigned to the Placerville Facility to complete training, then transferred to the South Lake Tahoe Facility.
Click for Frequently Asked Questions.
The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Prior to conditional job offer, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation. Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
  • 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
  • 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
  • 129 miles to San Francisco
Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
  • Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
  • Skiing and Snowboarding
  • Live Music and Music Festivals
  • Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
  • El Dorado County Fair
  • Placerville Speedway
  • Farm to Fork Restaurants
  • Local Shopping Gems

The County of El Dorado participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.
Learn more:
  • E-Verify Notice of Participation
  • Right to Work

The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!
For your Health and Well-Being:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • County sponsored Wellness program
  • Discounts on gym memberships

For your Financial Future:
  • CalPERS Retirement
  • Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
  • Optional Life Insurance
  • Educational Incentive Pay

For your Work/Life Balance:
  • Paid Holidays
  • Floating Holidays
  • Vacation and sick leave accruals
  • Bereavement Leave

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.
Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.
Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?
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  • No

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Are you at least 18 years old?
  • Yes
  • No

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I understand that the current recruitment is for female applicants only to comply with staffing requirements under California Penal Code 4021. By clicking accept, you are agreeing that you meet this qualification.
  • Accept
  • I do not qualify for this female only recruitment

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