Correctional Lieutenant
Posted on Jan. 31, 2026 by California State Personnel Board
- Cape Town, United States of America
- $9767.0 - $12290.0
- Full Time
California Men's Colony
JC-506473
Correctional Lieutenant
CORRECTIONAL LIEUTENANT
CORRECTIONAL LIEUTENANT
$9,767.00 - $12,290.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 2/16/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Job Description and Duties
Under the direction of the Captain, Adult Institutions (AI), this position is responsible for maintaining order and security within the facility and upholding the rules and regulations of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation in general, as well as the rules and policies of the California Men’s Colony. Adjudicate incarcerated person rule infractions. Respond, monitor and audit the incarcerated person Grievance process. Supervise and train employees determining training needs and evaluating results. Monitor the integrity of the activities in your area of responsibility. Conduct audits pertaining to safety and security of the institution. Counsel and direct incarcerated persons while understanding the attitudes, problems and behavior of persons under restraints. Plan, administer, direct and evaluate operational directives. Advise supervisor or implement changes in procedure as necessary. Update post orders. Investigate, interview and document misconduct of incarcerated persons or employees. Ensure compliance with D.O.M. and Unit 6 contracts respectively. Ensure sanitation, health and safety standards of this facility by conducting inspections and initiating corrective actions. See attached Duty Statement.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position. Please indicate on application if you are applying for Training and Development.
CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-506473
Position #(s):
056-201-9656-XXX
Working Title:
Correctional Lieutenant
Classification:
CORRECTIONAL LIEUTENANT
$9,767.00 - $12,290.00 J
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
3
Work Location:
San Luis Obispo County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
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.
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.
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.
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 NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
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 www.e-verify.gov.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 2/16/2026Who 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).
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).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
California Men's Colony
N/A
Attn: Hiring Unit
P.O. Box 8101
San Luis Obispo, CA 93409
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
California Men's Colony
N/A
Hiring Unit
Highway 1 North Trailer M
San Luis Obispo, CA 93409
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.
- Other -
Performance Evaluation (within last year)
- Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). 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.
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:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Shall create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Benefits
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 https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx.
Additional
This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Emma Andreasen
(805) 547-7889
Emma.Andreasen@cdcr.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
CMC Hiring Unit
(805) 547-7699
m_cmcempoffice@cdcr.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Steve Willingham, Captain, AI
(805) 547-7933
Steve.Willingham@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.
Additional Information
If interested submit a DETAILED state application and a copy of your current performance evaluation (within the last 12 months). The candidates in the reachable ranks will be considered.
If you are also interested in the LIMITED TERM/FULL TIME position you must also apply to that Job Control.
Statement of Qualifications
NOTE: Resumes, cover letters, and other materials will not be accepted in place of the required SOQ.
Please complete your response to the prompt listed below. SOQ shall be single-spaced, 12 point Arial font, be in justified paragraph format, and be no more than one page in length. The document shall be titled "Statement of Qualifications” and must include your name and Job Control Number. When completing the SOQ, please include all relevant experience, education, and training for the statement below.
- Utilizing a specific example from your experience, describe your ability to analyze complex problems and recommend and/or implement an effective course of action. (Submit at least one reference who can verify these abilities).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Advertised until:
March 2, 2026
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