Detention Services Worker Custodian
Detention Services Worker Custodian
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21-11-2024
Job Description
Job Title: Detention Services Worker (Custodian)
Work Location: Contra Costa County CA
Job Type: C2C/Fulltime/W2
Job Details:
Work Location: Contra Costa County CA
Job Type: C2C/Fulltime/W2
Job Details:
The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff is recruiting to fill Detention Services Worker vacancies. This is an excellent opportunity for persons with custodial experience. The Countys Detention facilities are located in Martinez Richmond and Clayton CA.
Under supervision Detention Services Workers carry out the full range of routine janitorial maintenance housekeeping and food service duties in the Countys detention facilities and other related work as required.
This class is the journey level in the Detention Services series. Positions in this class work under the direction of a Lead Detention Services Worker or a Detention Services Supervisor who is responsible for the care and maintenance of a County Detention Facility.
Please Note: Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately as posting may close at any time
We are looking for someone who is:
an effective communicator with an ability to build and maintain relationships;
experienced working effectively with a diverse population;
a team player with a positive attitude
able to reain calm in stressful situations and possesses an even temperament
willing to work hard and put in effort in successfully completing their assignments.
What you will typically be responsible for:
Maintaining cleanliness;
Sanitation of detention facilities;
Overall appearance of assigned areas;
Stocking various areas with necessary supplies;
Providing great service;
Directing inmates;
Working and communicating with coworkers;
Lifting and moving heavy items (up to 50lbs.)
A few reasons why you might love this job:
Team environment;
Opportunity to work an alternate schedule (4/10);
Great work/life balance;
Great staff with years of knowledge and experience;
Benefits/pension you can rely on
A few challenges you might face in this job:
Working holidays;
Working weekends;
Overtime;
Supervising inmates
Read the complete job description online here:
experienced working effectively with a diverse population;
a team player with a positive attitude
able to reain calm in stressful situations and possesses an even temperament
willing to work hard and put in effort in successfully completing their assignments.
What you will typically be responsible for:
Maintaining cleanliness;
Sanitation of detention facilities;
Overall appearance of assigned areas;
Stocking various areas with necessary supplies;
Providing great service;
Directing inmates;
Working and communicating with coworkers;
Lifting and moving heavy items (up to 50lbs.)
A few reasons why you might love this job:
Team environment;
Opportunity to work an alternate schedule (4/10);
Great work/life balance;
Great staff with years of knowledge and experience;
Benefits/pension you can rely on
A few challenges you might face in this job:
Working holidays;
Working weekends;
Overtime;
Supervising inmates
Read the complete job description online here:
Core Competencies required:
Building and Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
Handling and Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations
Professional impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence
Selfmanagement: Showing personal organization selfdiscipline and dependability
Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content work steps and final work products
Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
Innovative problem solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
Minimum Qualifications
License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operators License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operators License will be accepted during the application process.
Building and Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
Handling and Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations
Professional impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence
Selfmanagement: Showing personal organization selfdiscipline and dependability
Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content work steps and final work products
Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
Innovative problem solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
Minimum Qualifications
License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operators License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operators License will be accepted during the application process.
Experience: Either (1) one year in the class of Detention Services Aide in Contra Costa County OR (1) one year of institutional cleaning and maintenance experience.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience buffing stripping and/or waxing floors
Previous maintanance experience
Selection Process
Application Filing: All applicants must apply online at and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement and supplemental questionnaire by the final filing date.
Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the bestqualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
Written Multiple Choice Assessment: A written multiple choice assessment will be administered to measure candidates competencies as they relate to the job. These may include but are not limited to: Building and maintaining relationships Handling and resolving conflict Professional impact Driving results Selfmanagement Adaptability Attention to detail Decision making Innovating problem solving Safety focus Reading Comprehension and Oral Communication. Applicants must achieve a passing score in order to be ranked on the employment list. (Weighted 100%)
The written assessment will be administered remotely using a computer. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment. You will not be able to take the assessment using a mobile device such as a cell phone.
Previous maintanance experience
Selection Process
Application Filing: All applicants must apply online at and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement and supplemental questionnaire by the final filing date.
Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the bestqualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
Written Multiple Choice Assessment: A written multiple choice assessment will be administered to measure candidates competencies as they relate to the job. These may include but are not limited to: Building and maintaining relationships Handling and resolving conflict Professional impact Driving results Selfmanagement Adaptability Attention to detail Decision making Innovating problem solving Safety focus Reading Comprehension and Oral Communication. Applicants must achieve a passing score in order to be ranked on the employment list. (Weighted 100%)
The written assessment will be administered remotely using a computer. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment. You will not be able to take the assessment using a mobile device such as a cell phone.
The Human Resources Department may change the assessment steps notes above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer you will be fingerprinted and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Workerrelated training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin ethnicity age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition genetic information military or veteran status or other protected category under the law
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer you will be fingerprinted and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Workerrelated training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin ethnicity age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition genetic information military or veteran status or other protected category under the law
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