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Salary: $8,696.00 - $11,871.00 Monthly

Opening Date: 08/13/2025

Closing Date: 9/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Exam: #25/14N05/08IE

The Sheriff 's Office is comprised of the Administration, Corrections and Enforcement Operation Bureaus. The Sheriff’s Office delivers public safety to the residents of Monterey County by providing 24-hour uniformed patrol, investigations, custody services, court security, and law enforcement support.

The Corrections Operations Bureau is seeking an experienced Administrative Operations Manager to oversee the Sheriff’s Office fleet and projects related to jail facility infrastructure. The incumbent will identify projects impacting jail operations and collaborate with respective stakeholders to ensure said projects are completed; manage complex maintenance problems by identifying solutions and implementing changes as needed; manage the Sheriff’s fleet utilization and rotation of fleet for replacement through the vehicle replacement program; and supervise, train, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.

The ideal candidate is a knowledgeable leader with an understanding of correctional operations and has the administrative capabilities to manage a complex and challenging environment within a jail facility. The ideal candidate will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be detail oriented and capable of adhering to multiple deadlines. Work may involve coming in contact with incarcerated people.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis County-wide.

Examples of Duties

• Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates assigned services area(s) and activities in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

• Develops goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities within assigned service area, coordinates activities with other County Departments, outside entities and other agencies.

• Assess need for Department facility workspace, identify appropriate facilities for acquisition and negotiate leases, oversee space utilization planning and maintenance of assets.

• Prepares plan proposals, cost estimates, and justifications for budget recommendations; monitors and controls expenditures to ensure the accomplishment of objectives within approved budget.

To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website:  Administrative Operations Manager(Download PDF reader)

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Thorough Knowledge of:

• Federal, State and local laws, codes and ordinances related to service area(s); responsibilities and legal liabilities of those participating in the work.

• Basic principles and practices of the assigned County department operations and its administration and organization.

• Computer systems and applications utilized within the County department operations.

• Principles and practices of public and business administration and facilities management, including contract negotiations, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

• Effective methods of record keeping and documentation.

Skill and Ability to:

• Organize, direct and coordinate administrative operational area(s) services within current laws and regulations related to facilities, ADA and related ordinances.

• Work cooperatively with other County departments, vendors, contractors, the public and private organizations.

• Plan, organize and evaluate the work; exercise good judgment and decisiveness; analyze business problems, develop recommendations and implement appropriate solutions.

• Establish effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing on legal and policy matters related to the work; produce clear, concise and detailed instruction, procedures, and reports, grant applications and contracts.

• Manage division activities; monitor and communicate progress; prioritize and meet timelines; coordinate functions with other County departments and outside agencies as appropriate; create, document and maintain division level business processes, policies and procedures.

• Read and interpret a variety of policies, procedures technical manuals and instructions.

• Operate personal computers and associated equipment and programs.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Any combination of experience, education and/or training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed is qualifying. A typical way to acquire the required knowledge and skills include:

Education

Completion of all coursework leading to graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate degree in business administration, public health administration, public administration, or a related field. A bachelor's degree is highly desirable.

AND 

Experience

Four years or more of progressively responsible experience in public administration or business administration, in areas such as personnel, administrative analysis, contract administration, and facility management, and equivalent of two (2) years of full-time supervisory experience in a direct or lead role.

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Salary: $7,417.00 - $10,130.00 Monthly

Opening Date: 04/04/2022

Closing Date: Continuous

Exam: #22/36A22/04IE

The Monterey County Sheriff's Office is actively recruiting motivated men and women with a minimum of two-years of field patrol experience to apply for the Deputy Sheriff-Operations position.

Deputies hired into these positions will work in the Enforcement Operations Bureau and patrol the unincorporated areas of Monterey County, enforce state and local laws, perform crime prevention and crime detection activities, community relations activities and other related work as required.

The Sheriff 's Office is comprised of the Administration, Corrections and Enforcement Operation Bureaus. The Sheriff’s Office delivers public safety to the residents of Monterey County by providing 24-hour uniformed patrol, investigations, custody services, court security, and law enforcement support.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they arise.

Examples of Duties

• Patrols assigned areas in an automobile, on foot or by other means for the keeping of peace and protection of life and property

• Issues citations and/or applies proper techniques of arrest, search, and seizure in the apprehension of suspects; transports suspects to the County jail

• Conducts investigations at scenes of accidents and crimes; conducts the identification, preservation, and collection of evidence; interviews witnesses to ascertain facts; interrogates suspects involved in or suspected to be involved in crimes

• Writes and prepares complete and accurate investigative reports, supplemental and follow-up reports as required by law enforcement and departmental policy

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Salary: $7,455 – $10,181 Monthly

Opening Date: 08/15/2025

Closing Date: 9/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Exam: #25/14C30/08AMO

The County of Monterey is accepting applications to fill Management Analyst II vacancies in the Sheriff’s Office, Health Department and Treasurer-Tax Collector’s Office.Sheriff’s Office: The Corrections Operations Bureau is seeking an individual who will be responsible for the development, data collection, analyses, and reporting requirements for all incarcerated persons’ grievances and complaints related to the safety, care, and custody of incarcerated persons. The incumbent functions as an independent entity to serve as an Ombudsperson or Special Advisor on sensitive and/or critical issues relating to the Monterey County Jail and works collaboratively with Jail Executive Management Staff to resolve issues to increase the safety and security of the Monterey County Jail, the public, and the incarcerated population.  This position is responsible for conducting confidential interviews with incarcerated persons, attorneys, staff, families, and the public; maintains confidential records; works closely with Jail Management Team and County Counsel to protect the Sheriff’s Office from potential litigation; and may testify in court, deposition or other official hearings to explain Ombudsperson services.The ideal candidate will have a strong computer systems and applications knowledge, background in conflict resolution, inmate advocacy, and correctional facility operations. The ideal candidate will also be adept at handling sensitive issues and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to any higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority.The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis County-wide.

Examples of Duties

• Analyzes, researches, gathers and interprets information on a wide variety of management matters such as budgets, legislation, programs, contracts and staffing.

• Makes recommendations regarding policies, procedures, organization, operations, programs and other management-related areas.

• Prepares and presents written and oral reports on recommendations, data, impacts, options, strategies and conclusions that are based on analyses.

• Develops, prepares, modifies and monitors items/areas such as budgets, grants, research projects, and contracts.

• Implements and evaluates policies, procedures and programs related to the assignment.

• Works closely with managers and other staff within the department and the County to anticipate, obtain and provide ongoing and accurate information.

• Coordinates activities related to projects, programs and/or other areas being analyzed.

• Interprets policies and procedures to department staff, County employees and external agencies and individuals.

• Researches, interprets and complies with local, state and federal codes, regulations, laws, policies, procedures and guidelines.

• Attends or serves as management liaison at meetings/functions such as committees, task forces, community forums, commissions, and conferences.

• Obtains data/information from internal and external departments and agencies in regard to areas being analyzed such as funding sources, interdepartmental activities, and programs.

• Plans, develops, conducts and evaluates training/informational programs for staff and/or the public on administrative or management issues.

• Provides direction to internal and external parties on assigned projects and activities.

• May supervise support and technical staff and serve as lead to Management Analysts.

• Performs other related duties.

To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website or click on the following link: Management Analyst II(Download PDF reader)

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Working Knowledge of:

• Principles of mathematical and statistical analysis, preparation and presentation.

• Research techniques 

• Principles and practices of public and/or business administration.

• Report writing.

• Internal and external operations, functions and resources related to the assignment.

• Principles and practices of management and supervision.

Skill and Ability to:

• Analyze and interpret a wide variety of complex data and information. 

• Conduct comprehensive and in-depth research.

• Identify issues, options and projected outcomes and make recommendations.

• Prepare and present written and oral reports.

• Interpret and apply applicable codes, regulations, laws, policies, procedures and guidelines.

• Coordinate a wide variety of activities.

• Work independently and in a timely fashion.

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Provide direction to others on projects and activities.

• Supervise support and technical staff

• Work cooperatively and tactfully with others.

Desirable Qualifications: Bilingual with the ability to speak, read and write in English and Spanish.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

Education 

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, social services, political science, education, or a related field.

Experience

One year of experience performing administrative analytical duties in a position equivalent to the Monterey County Classification of Management Analyst I.

OR

Four years progressively responsible experience in positions requiring administrative analysis, training, report writing and/or interpreting complex governmental regulations are examples of typical alternatives to education.

Additionally, two years of successful post-graduate experience is an example of a typical alternative to the experience requirement.

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Salary: $3,735.00 - $5,099.00 Monthly

Opening Date: 04/21/2023

Final Filing Deadline: Open Filing Period

Exam: #23/80I16/04LA

Applications received after May 20, 2024, will be considered on an as needed basis until the position is filled.

The Sheriff 's Office is comprised of the Administration, Corrections and Enforcement Operation Bureaus. The Sheriff’s Office delivers public safety to the residents of Monterey County by providing 24-hour uniformed patrol, investigations, custody services, court security, and law enforcement support.

The Sheriff’s Records Specialist works in the Records Division of the Administration Operations Bureau. This non-sworn position works within a 24-hour, 7-day weekly schedule and independently performs complex specialized law enforcement records work requiring a working knowledge and application of law enforcement codes, vocabulary and procedures.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, adaptable, have strong customer service skills and able to communicate effectively; will demonstrate the ability to process various legal documents, get along with others and be a team player.

This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.

Examples of Duties

• Maintains confidential criminal records related to law enforcement activity; operates, accesses, and queries multiple automated and manual criminal justice information systems and subsystems.

• Processes criminal records such as, warrant, subpoena, restraining order, criminal and traffic citation, felony and misdemeanor warrant, CLETS, NCIC and other criminal records.

• Relays information by telephone or radio, on individuals and vehicles, to officers in the field; and confirms warrant information to field officers for service.

• Reviews warrants, other court and legal documents to verify that information in accordance with applicable regulations, laws, and procedures.

• Transcribes and prepares sensitive reports dealing with highly emotional and often traumatic events.

• Updates information on the status of warrants, seals and purges records in compliance with court orders and state statutes, code citations, accidents, and other reports according to Uniform Crime Reporting standards.

• Audits information for accuracy and completeness and edits according to rules and regulations.

• Researches and compiles data for subpoena compliance, provides information to other law enforcement agencies, courts, attorneys, and the public in accordance with legal requirements governing the release of criminal record information and crime and incident reports.

• Responds to subpoenas and testifies in court or other legal hearings regarding law enforcement records.

• Compiles and prepares a variety of annual, quarterly and monthly reports.

• Sets court dates and identifies conflicts in scheduled court appearances and notifies involved parties.