Detention Services Worker (Custodian) Contra Costa

• An effective communicator. Able to builds and maintain relationships through thoughtful communication.
• Is inclusive. Able to work comfortably with others and supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Team oriented. Has a positive attitude and supports shared goals. 
• Composed. Able to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Dependable. Demonstrates reliability, strong work ethic, and commitment to completing assignments with care and consistency.

• Maintaining cleanliness.
• Sanitizing detention facilities.
• Ensuring overall appearance of assigned areas.
• Stocking various areas with necessary supplies.
• Providing great service.
• Giving direction to inmates.
• Working and communicating with coworkers on daily tasks.
• Lifting and moving heavy items (up to 50lbs.)

• You will work in a team-oriented environment.
• You will have the opportunity to work an alternate schedule (4/10).
• You will have a great work/life balance.
• You will work with great staff with years of knowledge and experience you can learn from.
• You will be eligible for competitive benefits and a reliable pension.

• You will work non-traditional work schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• You will have occasional overtime based on operational needs.
• You will provide direction/supervision to inmates in a secure environment.

• 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.
• Self-management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, 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 Operator's License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operator's 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

• Knowledge of custodial and sanitation standards.
• Experience working in an institutional or correctional environment.
• Strong verbal communication and de-escalation skills.
• Experience supervising or directing inmate workers or similar crews.
• Understanding of safety, security and emergency procedures.
• Positive, team-oriented approach with a strong work ethic.

Selection Process

1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit a completed supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed to determine which candidates demonstrate the best qualifications for the position and will be invited to participate in the next phase of the recruitment process. Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. on the last day for filing. Applications received after the deadline will be considered for the next testing cycle.
2. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
3. 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, Self-management, 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%)
4. Departmental Interview: Candidates who successfully complete all prior phases of the selection process will be invited to participate in a departmental interview.