Correctional Officer
Correctional Officer I
$64,875 - $81,016/year
This classification will receive a 4% salary increase effective July 2024. Significant incentives and additional pays are available including Uniform Allowance, Shift Differential, Bilingual Pay, Canine Handler Pay, and Cell Extraction Response Team Pay.
This is the entry level for our Correctional Officer classifications and does not require previous corrections or law enforcement experience. You will be provided with on-the-job training from experienced officers working in our correctional facilities and be expected to successfully handle all aspects of the journey level within 12 months of appointment.
Correctional Officer II
FY 23-24: $71,490 - $97,032/year*
FY 24-25: $74,349 - $100,605/year*
*Base rate at top step and incentives
This classification will receive a 4% salary increase effective July 2024. Significant incentives and additional pays are available including Uniform Allowance, Shift Differential, Bilingual Pay, Canine Handler Pay, and Cell Extraction Response Team Pay.
This is the journey level for our Correctional Officer classifications and requires a minimum of 2 years previous corrections experience as well as the completion of the entry level core training as required by Title 15 of the Corrections Standards Authority and the course work required by State Penal Code Section 832. Initial on the job training will be provided on our agency procedures and policies; however, you will be expected to successfully handle all aspects of the journey level by the end of the on-the-job training period, estimated to be 8 weeks for experienced officers.
Do you qualify for an expediated recruitment under the PAEL Process?
If you are currently employed as a Correctional Officer with a public agency, or have been employed within the last year, you may be eligible for an expediated recruitment known as the Public Agency Eligibility List – PAEL process. For more information, click here: Job Posting: Employees of Other Public Agencies - Placer County (jobapscloud.com)
Special Teams Opportunities:
As a Correctional Officer at the Placer County Sheriff's Office, you have the chance to be part of specialized units that play a crucial role in maintaining order, safety, and rehabilitation within our correctional facilities.
Discover Your Potential:
Learn more about the unique roles and opportunities within our specialized units by visiting our Special Teams page. We are committed to providing Correctional Officers with avenues for professional growth, skill development, and making a positive impact on the safety and well-being of our facilities.
Note: Special team positions may have specific eligibility requirements and additional training criteria. Applicants will be considered based on their qualifications and the needs of the department
Available Incentives to Qualified Employees:
Uniform Allowance: $1,065 per fiscal year
Bilingual pay: Additional 5%
Canine Pay: $300 per month
Cell Extraction Response Team: $125 per month
Inmate Oversight Pay: Additional 5%
Jail Assignment Pay: Additional 5%
Night Shift Differential Pay: Additional 7.5%
Full Benefits Summary, including scheduled General Wage Increases for the Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) found here: Placer-Public-Employees-Organization-PDF (ca.gov) *Please note, not all classifications and assignments are eligible for all benefits listed.
