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Hiring Process

Human Resource Services screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to complete an online assessment multiple-choice test. Candidates who pass the online assessment test will complete a tour of Juvenile Hall. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process.

The hiring process will include a thorough background investigation, a psychological evaluation and a comprehensive medical examination.

APPLICATION

Interested candidates will submit their applications online at Orange County Job Opportunities.

ONLINE ASSESSMENT (MULTIPLE-CHOICE TEST) (WEIGHTED 100%)

The department will administer the Juvenile Correctional Officer Exam, which is mandated by California's Board of State and Community Corrections.

ELIGIBLE LIST

Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION

Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PREPARATION