VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR (CARPENTRY) (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)
About the role
This advertisement is for a Vocational Instructor - Carpentry, CF position located at Pelican Bay State Prison in Crescent City, Del Norte County.
Working Conditions
Pelican Bay State Prison is located in Crescent City, approximately twenty miles from the Oregon border. Situated in the northwest corner of California along the Pacific coast, this thriving community is famous for some of the world’s most beautiful coastline. Cool ocean mists nurture the giant Redwoods in Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park. The crystal clear Smith River is one of California’s largest wild river systems. The majestic Redwood forests, local beaches, river rafting, miles of hiking and wonderful places to fish are all easily accessible. Youth engagement is encouraged through events and organizations such as the county fair and 4-H. Del Norte County is uncrowded and unspoiled.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification: VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR (CARPENTRY) (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY).
Position Details
- Classification: VOCATIONAL INSTRUCTOR (CARPENTRY) (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)
- Salary: $6,387.52 - $12,847.82
- # of Positions: 1
- Work Location: Del Norte County
- Telework: In Office
- Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Department Information
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our 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 into the community 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. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.
Special Requirements
Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3% reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.
Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
Examination and Hiring Process
In order to obtain eligibility for this position, most candidates must first participate and be successful in the Vocational Instructor - Carpentry, CF exam. The exam bulletin with application instructions can be found here: CalCareers.
Should you have questions regarding the examination or hiring process, please email Careers@cdcr.ca.gov or PBSPHiring.Recruitment@cdcr.ca.gov.
Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Jacquelyn Phillips, (707) 465-9119, PBSPHiring.Recruitment@cdcr.ca.gov
EEO Contact: EEO Coordinator, (707) 465-9116, jason.schrag@cdcr.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice). TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.