Job Responsibilities and Requirements: Senior Correctional Services Technicians supervise and participate in the work of Correctional Services Technicians who personally perform and/or supervise jail inmates in maintenance and other non-security services at a correctional facility; determines jail supply and equipment needs according to current inmate population; establishes order intervals and quantities; supervises and/or performs the receiving, storing, arranging, distributing and issuing of supplies, maintenance or inventory and preparation of requisitions and purchase orders; and prepares records and periodic reports relating to work in process and completed work; and perform other duties as required. As a supervisor you will be required to complete Worker's Compensation reports for CST's injured on the job; write annual performance evaluations and establish PIP goals for subordinates; document disciplinary problems or poor work performance, including tardiness issues or abuse of sick time, and establish improvement plans for One year of experience and/or education and training directly related to the required knowledge and abilities. Knowledge of: Principles and methods of supervision, including motivation and control of jail inmates performing assigned tasks; methods and procedures for receiving, storing, controlling, distributing and issuing supplies in a large correctional institution, including a variety of clothing and cleaning supplies; methods, procedures, tools and equipment commonly used in maintenance and operating machines and power tools; safety practices in lifting and storing tools, equipment and materials; methods of identification and property control for incoming and outgoing inmates at a large correctional facility; computer-based technology (Intranet, Internet, web-based search engines). Ability to: Plan, organize, schedule, and supervise the work of several subordinates or inmates; effectively communicate work assignments and expectations to subordinates; motivate persons with limited incentives, such as jail inmates, to work efficiently and in accordance with instructions; plan task sequences and estimate time intervals for accomplishing work objectives and utilizing resources efficiently; plan and organize efficient space layout for a large number of supply items that vary widely in size, weight and frequency or use; read, write, and understand moderately complex data and instructions in English, such as contained in requisitions, purchase orders and operating directions; perform moderately complex number computations, including fractions, decimals, and percentages; analyze moderately complex data, correctly identify problems and develop valid recommendations and proposals; initiate and complete assignments with minimum supervision; establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with subordinates and other staff; use a County-approved means of transportation; and effectively operate common office machines. The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a list of the physical and mental abilities, which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter for any questions or to request an accommodation during the testing/selection process. Physical Requirements: Incumbent should have the ability on a daily basis to: stand, walk, and sit to supervise inmates and conduct related job duties at a desk; stoop, bend, twist back, kneel, squat, or crawl to look under cabinets and sinks for materials; repetitive use of hands, arms, or shoulders to keyboard orders into the computer or type forms; lift or carry up to 10 pounds of supplies; light pushing or pulling of supplies; and vision sufficient to read fine print and a computer screen. Environmental Conditions: The incumbent will be working (for the most part) within the confines of a large correctional facility, plus interacting with inmates that are incarcerated within a jail facility on a daily basis. Occasionally, the incumbent will have moderately difficult interaction with emotional and/or hostile public or inmates. Complex interpersonal contact can occur when dealing with public and/or co-workers. At times, hazardous materials such as maintenance tools, equipment or cleaning supplies may be utilized during the scope of work to be completed.  

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