Job Description

Job Description and Duties

This job posting is being used to fill permanent, full-time Correctional Lieutenant position(s).

A job bulletin for limited term, full-time Correctional Lieutenant position(s) is also posted.  You are encouraged to apply for both the permanent and limited term job postings.  For more information and to apply for the limited term, full-time job posting, please refer to Job Code:  459686.

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

You must have taken and passed the examination for the Correctional Lieutenant classification, be a current state employee with lateral transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility to apply.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.

Note : Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Positions are located at Valley State Prison in Chowchilla, CA

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

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: 

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

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 .

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

If you are personally delivering your application, you must do so between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday – Friday, on or before the final filing date.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to communicate information in a clear, concise, and professional manner
• Demonstrate good judgement and leadership
• Ability to complete multiple tasks, changing priorities, and coordinate assignments efficiently, independently, and by established deadlines
• Must possess basic computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, SOMS, and ERMS
• Ability to develop, understand, and implement departmental rules, regulations, and procedures
• Ability to train, develop, and evaluate staff performance
• Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, and the CalPERS website, .

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at .

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is being required to obtain information regarding each applicant’s knowledge, skills, and abilities as related to the position.

For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please visit:

Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete, and will not be considered.

Additionally, resumes, cover letters, and all other documents will not be considered as a response to the SOQ.  The completed SOQ must follow this format:

No more than two single sided pages, standard letter-sized paper, single spaced, and 12 point Arial font.  Your document needs to be titled “Statement of Qualifications” and your first and last name must be typed at the top of each page.  In your SOQ, describe your experience and skills as it relates to the questions below.  Type the question number and question before your response.

1. Time management, organization, and the ability to work independently are essential qualities/traits of a successful Correctional Lieutenant. Please provide specific details of how you demonstrate these qualities/traits within your current job assignment.

2. Describe how you demonstrate reliability in your current position.  Please include details about your attendance over the past 12 months, timely completion of assignments, and adherence to departmental policies.

3. Describe your ability to monitor staff performance against expectations and hold staff accountable for work performance not meeting acceptable standards.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications is required and must be submitted with your Examination/Employment Application ().  Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications.  Please refer to the “Statement of Qualifications” section below for specific requirements.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Monday to Friday,

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