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Correctional Maintenance Worker
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$58,864.00 - $71,614.40 Annually
- Building Maintenance
- CORRECTIONS
Building Maintenance Supervisor
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$77,064.00 - $93,724.80 Annually
- Building Maintenance
Library Resource Technician I/II - Extra-Help Library Resource Technician I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$46,529.60 - $60,923.20 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Engineering
- Library Services
Heavy Equipment Mechanic I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$55,494.40 - $78,228.80 Annually
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Legal Secretary
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$55,224.00 - $67,184.00 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Legal Staff Services Manager
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$77,833.60 - $94,640.00 Annually
- Administration and Management
- Human Resources and Personnel
- Legal Services
Security Systems Operator - Extra-Help Security Systems Operator
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$50,065.60 - $60,923.20 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Safety
- Other
Supervising Legal Clerk
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$58,281.60 - $70,907.20 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Visual Communications Specialist I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$48,859.20 - $68,868.80 Annually
- Community Relations or PR and Marketing
Communicable Disease Investigator
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$55,494.40 - $67,516.80 Annually
- Criminology and Forensics
Supervising Therapist
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$115,065.60 - $140,025.60 Annually
- Public Health
Public Health Division Manager
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$121,430.40 - $147,804.80 Annually
- Administration and Management
- Public Health
Supervising Janitor
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$53,102.40 - $64,604.80 Annually
- Custodial and Janitorial
Dual Diagnosis Specialist
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$61,235.20 - $74,484.80 Annually
- Public Health
Probation Assistant
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$50,564.80 - $61,526.40 Annually
- Accounting and Finance
- Probation
Legal Assistant - Extra-Help Legal Assistant
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$60,320.00 - $73,382.40 Annually
- Accounting and Finance
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Staff Services Assistant
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$51,313.60 - $62,441.60 Annually
- Accounting and Finance
- Human Resources and Personnel
Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V - Extra-Help Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$92,352.00 - $188,156.80 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
- Other
Custodial Deputy Sheriff I/II - Extra-Help Custodial Deputy Sheriff I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$59,155.20 - $79,393.60 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Custodial and Janitorial
- Public Safety
Deputy County Counsel II/III/IV/V
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$98,404.80 - $188,156.80 Annually
- Legal Services
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Other
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Medical Director
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$303,555.20 - $369,075.20 Annually
- Public Health
District Attorney Investigator I/II - Extra-Help District Attorney Investigator I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$78,228.80 - $107,972.80 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Criminology and Forensics
- Legal Services
Extra-Help Deputy Public Defender I/II/III/IV
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$79,768.00 - $140,025.60 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Safety
Extra-Help Law Student
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$16.90 - $20.00 Hourly
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Legal Services
Mental Health Clinician I/II - Extra-Help Mental Health Clinician I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$76,689.60 - $113,380.80 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Health
Psychiatric Staff Nurse I/II - Extra-Help Psychiatric Staff Nurse I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$73,382.40 - $99,840.00 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Public Health
Housekeeping Attendant - Extra Help Housekeeping Attendant
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$47,923.20 - $58,281.60 Annually
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Support Services Analyst I/II - Extra-Help Support Services Analyst I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$54,953.60 - $73,756.80 Annually
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Librarian I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$56,326.40 - $75,587.20 Annually
- Library Services
Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$78,603.20 - $104,852.80 Annually
- Criminology and Forensics
- Public Safety
Staff Psychiatrist
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$249,329.60 - $303,555.20 Annually
- Public Health
Supervising Social Worker I
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$76,689.60 - $93,267.20 Annually
- Human and Social Services
Social Worker III
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$65,894.40 - $80,163.20 Annually
- Human and Social Services
Border Patrol Agent
- Merced, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $50K in Incentives
- Merced, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent - Up to $50K in Incentives
- Merced, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Merced, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Deputy Sheriff
- Merced, California
- Merced County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) - New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Merced, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Communicable Disease Investigator
- Merced, California
- Merced County Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Merced, California
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Communicable Disease Investigator
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Business Intelligence UWEP Internship - Fall 2025
- Merced, California
- United Soccer League (USL)
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Emergency Fire and Rescue
- Merced, California
- U.S. Navy
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Investigative Analyst
- Merced, California
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Licensed Mortician Opportunity with the U.S. Navy
- Merced, California
- U.S. Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
MASTER-AT-ARMS
- Merced, California
- U.S. Navy
- Full Time
- Public Safety
INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST
- Merced, California
- U.S. Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
SMB Senior Account Executive, Comcast Business
- Merced
- Comcast
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Correctional Maintenance Worker
- Merced, California United States
- Merced County, CA
- Oct 21, 2026
- $58,864.00 - $71,614.40 Annually
Merced County, CA

Merced County, located in the heart of California's Central Valley, offers a unique blend of vibrant agricultural heritage and modern development. Known as the "Gateway to Yosemite," Merced County is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including nearby national parks, lush farmlands, and scenic rivers. The county's strategic location provides easy access to major urban centers like San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno, making it an ideal hub for both business and leisure. With a diverse economy anchored by agriculture, education, healthcare, and manufacturing, Merced County offers ample opportunities for career growth and professional development. The presence of the University of California, Merced, further enhances the county's reputation as a center for innovation and research, attracting top talent and fostering a dynamic workforce. In addition to its economic strengths, Merced County boasts a high quality of life with a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy affordable housing, a lower cost of living compared to many other parts of California, and a family-friendly environment with excellent schools and recreational facilities. The county's rich cultural heritage is celebrated through numerous festivals, farmers' markets, and community events, creating a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers. With its combination of economic opportunity, educational excellence, and a supportive community, Merced County is not just a great place to work but also a wonderful place to live and thrive.
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- $58,864.00 - $71,614.40 Annually
- Oct 21, 2026
Job Description
Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Plans, assigns, and schedules own workload with direction from facility commander.
Ensures that work done by work crew is in conformance with established work standards.
Determines time, staff and material needs and requisitions supplies and materials.
Performs maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment which include structural repair or remodeling such as: carpentry, cabinet work, furniture repair, installation of doors, windows, etc.
Performs both routine and complex electrical work such as wiring for data processing equipment, installing and repairing security apparatus and performs electrical work.
Performs non-standard plumbing at correctional facilities and repairs or replaces broken or leaky faucets, pipes, toilets, sinks and drains; welds and fabricates metal.
Performs rough carpentry work, cable line installation, concrete, and painting.
Performs routine preventative maintenance on mechanical heating and air-conditioning equipment.
May respond to emergency repair requests at the Merced County Adult Correctional Facility.
Operates and maintains a low-pressure boiler system, adjusts heating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including pumps, condensers, and steam lines.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:
Two (2) years of experience equivalent to Building Maintenance Worker III in Merced County.

License:
Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain.

SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B

Essential Functions

Train, evaluate, and supervise an inmate work crew.
Perform a variety of emergency maintenance and repairs.
May operate a personal computer and other office and maintenance equipment.
Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
Perform job duties under stressful conditions and respond appropriately to situations.
Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
Wear a respirator or safety glasses or other protective clothing and equipment.
Lift and move with help objects weighing over 100 pounds.
Walk, stand, stoop, kneel or crouch on narrow, slippery or uneven surfaces under various environmental conditions; work from ladders, various heights and awkward positions.
Frequently work around dust, dirt, strong odors and noise.
Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.
Frequently reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.
Frequently kneel, bend, twist, squat, climb, balance and crawl.
Frequent use of hand-eye coordination.
Occasionally use of a data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion.

Regular attendance is an essential function.

Knowledge of:
Principles, methods, tools, and equipment used in building and facility maintenance, construction, and repair.
Applicable provisions of building, electrical, and plumbing codes.
Operation and repair of automatic timing controls.
Methods and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment.
Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, cabinet making, and masonry trades.
Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the building maintenance trades.
Mechanical, electrical and gas systems.
Welding, both arc and electrical techniques.

Ability to:
Plant, lay-out, schedule, and oversee the work of others.
Read and interpret plans, and specifications, blueprints, and drawings.
Perform a wide range of skilled and semiskilled building trades work.
Demonstrate great proficiency in various building trades.
Use a variety of building trades, tools, and equipment.
Estimate necessary supplies and materials needed.
Perform inspection, identifying and detecting building maintenance and repair needs.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Read and write English.
Perform arithmetic calculations as the level necessary for satisfactory job performance.

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HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
VACATION

10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).

SICK LEAVE

0.0625 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 16 days (130 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.

HOLIDAYS

Twelve paid holidays annually plus two optional holidays.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Five (5) regularly scheduled workdays.

INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums.
Anthem 500 EPO
Anthem 1500 EPO
Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)
Dental Insurance - Delta Dental
County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
Vision Insurance - VSP
County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
DISABILITY INSURANCE

State Disability Insurance (SDI)
Merced County non-management employees are enrolled in the State Disability Insurance Program (SDI). Premiums for this insurance are paid by the employee. This insurance is administered solely by the State, who determines eligibility and payments. Benefit amounts are based on the quarter with the highest wages earned within the base period.

LIFE INSURANCE

County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Represented Employees $10,000

Voluntary Term and Whole Life Insurance are available - premium paid by employee

RETIREMENTDEFERRED COMPENSATION

The County offers a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pre-tax or post-tax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.

MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION

The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security. The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; your pension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.

EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS.

EMPLOYEE PROGRAMSEMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.

EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS

The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.

THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.

For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7356.

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Merced County, CA

Merced County, located in the heart of California's Central Valley, offers a unique blend of vibrant agricultural heritage and modern development. Known as the "Gateway to Yosemite," Merced County is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including nearby national parks, lush farmlands, and scenic rivers. The county's strategic location provides easy access to major urban centers like San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno, making it an ideal hub for both business and leisure. With a diverse economy anchored by agriculture, education, healthcare, and manufacturing, Merced County offers ample opportunities for career growth and professional development. The presence of the University of California, Merced, further enhances the county's reputation as a center for innovation and research, attracting top talent and fostering a dynamic workforce.

In addition to its economic strengths, Merced County boasts a high quality of life with a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy affordable housing, a lower cost of living compared to many other parts of California, and a family-friendly environment with excellent schools and recreational facilities. The county's rich cultural heritage is celebrated through numerous festivals, farmers' markets, and community events, creating a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers. With its combination of economic opportunity, educational excellence, and a supportive community, Merced County is not just a great place to work but also a wonderful place to live and thrive.
Merced County, CA
- Merced, California, United States
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Public Health Division Manager

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Staff Services Assistant

Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V - Extra-Help Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV/V

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