CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Correctional Lieutenant, the Correctional Sergeant is responsible for the supervision of the Correctional Officers assigned to this work location. Responsible for taking appropriate action during an emergency and to complete work assignments as necessary. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position.

Working conditions

Correctional Training Facility, Soledad (Monterey County).

Position details

• Classification: Correctional Sergeant
• Salary range: $8,184.00 – $10,935.00 per month (new state candidates hired at minimum of classification or alternate range)
• Job type: Permanent, Full Time
• Telework: In Office
• Number of positions: Multiple
• Job Code: JC-536448; Position #: 101-201-9659-XXX

Department mission & values

Vision: We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission: To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

Commitment: CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities. CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive, respectful workplace, attracting and hiring candidates from all communities, and empowering employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.

Minimum requirements

Minimum Qualifications are defined in the Correctional Sergeant Class Specification. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, unofficial transcripts/diploma should be included for verification; official transcripts may be required upon appointment. Applicants who completed education outside the U.S. must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency (NACES evaluation services).

Special requirements

• Do not include confidential information (SSN, birthdate, student ID, driver’s license number unless required, basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, age, etc.) on any submitted documents. Confidential information on the first page of electronic applications will be automatically redacted.
• Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS must submit to a background investigation via Live Scan Fingerprinting and a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by annual TB testing/evaluation thereafter.
• CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm identity and employment authorization (www.e-verify.gov).
• This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
• When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

Desirable qualifications

• Shall create and promote an inclusive workplace that empowers employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences.

Statement of Qualifications

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate SOQ will be rejected as incomplete. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the SOQ. The completed SOQ must follow this format:

• Typed
• Single spaced
• 12 point Arial font
• Full name in the upper right-hand corner
• Number the responses to match the questions

Relocation

The Correctional Training Facility will not reimburse for any relocation expenses.

Contact information

Human Resources Contact: Denise Alexander, (831) 648-3951 ext. 4571, Denise.Alexander@cdcr.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact: Lorraine Garcia, (831) 678-3951 ext. 4570, Lorraine.Garcia@cdcr.ca.gov

EEO Contact: EEO Coordinator, (831) 678-5828, Nicolas.Gonzalez@cdcr.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)