CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SPECIALIST)

CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation; California (MO); On-site; USD 107,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

CA Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) seeks a Correctional Counselor II (Specialist) at Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, Tuolumne County. Position code JC-532629, 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time, in-office telework.

Under supervision, the incumbent will monitor casework standards, classification, and parole processing, and act as a PRCS liaison with counties and headquarters. Training and development assignments may be considered.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SPECIALIST).

Responsibilities

• Monitor standards of casework, classification, and parole processing at Sierra Conservation Center and camps.
• Report trends, defects, and problems to Classification and Parole Representative.
• Serve as PRCS liaison between the institution and counties and between the institution and headquarters.

Job description

Job Description And Duties This position is limited term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent. This advertisement is for a Correctional Counselor II (Specialist) position located at Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, Tuolumne County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 099-222-9901-002. CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. Under the general direction of the Classification and Parole Representative (C&PR) the Correctional Counselor II (Specialist), Assistant Classification and Parole Representative/County Liaison, performs specific detailed duties related to monitoring standards of casework, classification, and parole processing at Sierra Conservation Center (SCC) and Camps. This includes reporting all trends, defects and problems in the above areas to C&PR. This position will also act as Post Release Community Supervision (PRCS) liaison between the institution and the counties, and between the institution and headquarters. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 30, 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions About this location -- Sierra Conservation Center (SCC) is located in the foothills near Jamestown, California, in the heart of the Mother Lode Gold Country. It is adjacent to the Stanislaus National Forest, offering pine trees, mountain streams, and an abundance of recreational activities (fishing, swimming, camping, skiing, golfing, etc.). The prison is approximately 70 miles from Yosemite National Park. The primary mission of SCC is to provide housing, programs and services for minimum and medium custody incarcerated individuals, to aid in their rehabilitation. SCC is responsible for the training and placement of male incarcerated individuals in the Conservation Camp Program. SCC administers male camps located throughout California. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SPECIALIST)

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #: JC-532629 Position #(s): 099-222-9901-002 Working Title: Correctional Counselor II (Specialist) - Assistant Classification and Parole Representative Classification: CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SPECIALIST) $9,609.00 - $12,094.00 A $10,089.00 - $12,699.00 J New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Tuolumne County Telework: In Office Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - 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. The 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. 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. 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. Department Website: http://cdcr.ca.gov 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/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. Preferred 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: Knowledge of: The principles and procedures of incarcerated person classification (e.g., custody designation, custody level, specialized housing, program assignment, etc.) ... (Extensive qualifications text omitted for brevity) 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, 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 https://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx. Information regarding Merit System Principles 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 benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx. 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 position or application process. Department Website: http://cdcr.ca.gov Human Resources Contact: Josh Fitzwater [phone] ext: 5137 [e-mail] Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. ... EEO Contact: EEO Coordinator [phone] ext: 6208 [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.