ANALYST II

CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a Return to Work Coordinator in Sacramento County. This permanent, full-time role supports a hybrid telework setup, with standard hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

The position requires successful verification of minimum qualifications and may involve travel as needed. Salary ranges are posted for Analyst II and Analyst I, with State benefits and a strong emphasis on public safety and reintegration

Qualifications

• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.
• Applicants who completed their education outside of the US must obtain and submit verification of US degree equivalency.
• Desirable Qualifications include experience researching complex problems, case management, and communicating complex information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Return to Work Coordinator duties as assigned.
• Work in a hybrid telework environment with occasional in-state/state travel as needed.

Skills

Analyst II

Analyst I

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real-time updates throughout the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from [e-mail] or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account. For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4235. CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application. This advertisement is for an Analyst II/I position(s) Located at HQ in Elk Grove, CA. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-545-5393-xxx for Analyst II or 065-545-5157-xxx for Analyst I. 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 Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

CDCR OEHM is conveniently located in a secure area, easily accessible and surrounded by a range of transportation options, as well as a multitude of shopping and dining establishments. Our prime location is conveniently positioned near the freeway, precisely at the intersection of Laguna Blvd and Highway 99. Several charging stations for electric vehicles are available near our location at the Elk Grove Campus, less than 30 minutes from Sacramento and Lodi, the city of Elk Grove offers a great mix of newly developed housing, business projects, and recreational opportunities. You will enjoy working at our campus-style office complex with free parking. This position may require occasional in-state and overnight travel. The position(s) is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment Regular and consistent attendance is essential to the successful performance of this position. Must be regularly available and prepared to work the hours necessary to fulfill business requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• ANALYST II
• ANALYST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-525859

Position #(s)

065-545-5393-XXX

Working Title

Return to Work Coordinator

Classification

ANALYST II

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 A

Shall Consider

ANALYST I

$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A

$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B

$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C

# of Positions

Multiple

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Work Week

Monday - Friday

Department Information

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.

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.

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.

Final Filing Date

8/21/2026

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).

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience researching complex problems, analyzing information, and interpreting relevant laws, rules, or regulations to identify solutions that balance stakeholder needs and business requirements.
• Experience in case management, meeting and tracking case deadlines, utilizing case management systems, and maintaining meticulous, audit-ready electronic case file.
• Ability to communicate complex information professionally to provide consultative guidance and recommendations to various stakeholders verbally or in writing.
• Ability to navigate sensitive and confidential customer needs, administrative processes, and to resolve conflict objectively.
• Ability to manage a high-volume, deadline-driven case or project workload while successfully prioritizing competing tasks, and handling time-sensitive requests.

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 California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Salary and Benefits website at Salary and Benefits (ca.gov). Information regarding Merit System Principles 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.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Hiring Unit Contact: Tahira Garduno [phone] [e-mail] 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: Office of Civil Rights [phone] [e-mail] 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.

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.