Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Associate Warden, Captain AI will plan, organize, and direct a progressive program for the custody, discipline, classification, treatment, employment, and recreation of incarcerated persons; interprets and carries out policies for the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the prison. This position is also responsible for the supervision of safe and sanitary living conditions within the new facility and for coordinating the custodial program with the Classification and Treatment Program relative to the incarcerated people within the facility. The Captain, AI will serve as the chairperson of the Facility Classification Committee participating in the development and application of the Work Incentive Program; interview incarcerated persons and processes appeals of incarcerated persons, participates in recruitment, selection and training of personnel; tours incarcerated persons housing units on a regular/random basis to ensure compliance with departmental policy regarding orderliness, sanitation and general living conditions; serves as the Administrative Officer of the Day on a rotating basis, reviews on a regular basis facility classification actions, reviews on a regular basis incarcerated person disciplinary reports ensuring compliance with departmental policies regarding due process and timeliness, ensures proper casework management and quality based facility classification actions and acts as a member of the Institutional Classification Committee. Please see attached duty statement for full details. This is a 12 month Limited Term position that may be extended to 24 months, with the possibility of becoming permanent. 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. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions Centinela State Prison is located in Imperial, CA. Centinela State Prison 2302 Brown Road Imperial, CA 92251 CDCR website: www.cdcr.ca.gov Centinela website: https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/facility-locator/cen/ Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- CAPTAIN, ADULT INSTITUTION Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement Department Information 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 The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (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 strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities. CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission. 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 must 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 NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing 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 www.e-verify.gov This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. 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: Shall create and promote an inclusive workplace that empowers employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. Knowledge of: Modern principles and practices of correctional administration and criminology; psychology of criminal behavior and methods of discipline, and the attitudes, problems, and behavior of persons under restraint; supervisory techniques and methods of maintaining discipline, both of staff personnel and inmates; principles and methods used in the custody, control, and adjustment of antisocial persons; interviewing techniques; literature in the fields of correctional administration and criminology; laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to criminal activities, governing State correctional institutions and purposes, activities, regulations, policies, and functions of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and the term-setting authorities; State laws pertaining to criminal activities; care and use of firearms; job requirements and work performed by inmates of a correctional facility; principles and practices of business management and problems involved in the administration and supervision of correctional facilities and prison camps; sanitation, health, and safety standards and State laws pertaining thereto; principles and practices of personnel management, supervision, and training; principles of effective verbal and written communication and group dynamics; tactical operational and situational awareness; supervisory responsibilities under the Ralph C. Dills Act; the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; a manager's role in this Program and the processes available to meet Equal Employment Opportunity objectives. Ability to: Interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations, Departmental policies and procedures; plan, assign, and direct the work of a large force of correctional personnel; plan, organize, and administer the custodial operation of a correctional facility; train staff; enforce rules and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality; promote socially acceptable attitudes and behavior among inmates; formulate programs for the safe custody, discipline, and welfare of inmates; interpret and apply provisions of law and rules; understand inmate case histories and interpret them to others; coordinate the custodial functions with the care and treatment program; establish, promote, and maintain confident and cooperative working relationships with staff; communicate effectively; understand and respond to verbal/written instructions; maintain records and prepare reports; analyze situations and take effective action; secure the respect and cooperation of prison officials and inmates; think and act quickly in emergencies; effectively contribute to the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, www.calhr.ca.gov, and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov. Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at Merit System Principles - An Overview - CalHR Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary - CalHR This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Additional Information:
- Priority consideration will be given to Reemployment/Departmental Restriction of Appointment/State Restriction of Appointment/Surplus candidates.
- This advertisement may be used to fill this and other vacancies that occur during the validity of this recruitment.
- Various methods of appointments may be considered, unless specified in this advertisement.
- Positions filled as limited term or as a Training and Development may become permanent.
- Salary posted is the base pay for the classification; various salary ranges may be included. A final salary placement will be made at the time of appointment.
- Departments are not required to contact all candidates with list eligibility; therefore, candidates are encouraged to search for vacancies they may be eligible for and apply. To obtain list eligibility for the Captain, AI, before applying for the position(s), you should first take and pass the examination here (Exam bulletins open to the general public - Career Opportunities)
Additional Application Requirements:
To have your application considered for this job opportunity:
- List the job code (JC) and Job Title for this position in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” section on the State Application, STD. 678.
- List your most recent employment history first in the “EMPLOYMENT HISTORY” section on the std. 678. Include all relevant experience that relates to the qualification requirements.
- Provide the “FROM” and “TO” dates with the month, date and year, the “Hours Per Week” that you worked and the Total Worked (years/months). You may include overtime hours. If you fail to comply, your application is considered incomplete.
- You must complete the “DUTIES PERFORMED" on the State Application (do not note “see attached resume” in this section). If you fail to comply, your application is considered incomplete.
- SROA and Surplus employees are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
- If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required.
- Consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.
- Applicants must include a valid method of contact.
- A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application to be considered for the position. Applications received without a complete SOQ will not be considered. Please Note: Applicants who fail to submit a complete state application, std. 678, may not be considered. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute the state application.
