Correctional Deputy I

County of Sonoma

Santa Rosa, CA

Correctional Deputy I

Salary: $82,378.63 - $100,119.15 Annually

Closing Date: 11/5/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Interested in protecting our community? Join our law enforcement team as a Correctional Deputy with the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office!

The Sheriff's Office New Generation/Direct Supervision Detention Facility has evolved from an era of linear incarceration, to incorporating advanced technologies and officer skills development. As a result, the Sheriff's Office is eager to recruit and develop professional correctional staff who have exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to exercise a solid management-style approach to working with inmates. The most successful and qualified Correctional Deputy candidates are those who demonstrate excellent communication skills and can maintain patience and professionalism in maintaining the custody of incarcerated individuals.

As a Correctional Deputy I, you will receive thorough training, close oversight, and the mentorship of experienced Deputies. The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office training program provides exposure to a variety of correctional functions, including:

• Inmate booking

• General population security

• Protective custody

• Medical withdrawal and mental health units

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range

• Career Advancement - With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Correctional Deputy II

• Premium Pay for specialty assignments, ranging from 2.5% to 10.0%

• Differential Pay for evening and night shifts

• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals and 12 paid holidays per year

• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options

• Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $850 and ongoing education/training opportunities

• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits

• Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security

• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment

• Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

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*Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www. yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.