Muslim chaplain at Centinela State Prison Imperial, CA

Downtown Boulder Partnership; Imperial (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation in Imperial, CA, is seeking a Muslim chaplain for Centinela State Prison to oversee religious activities and inmate ethics programs.

The role reports to the Community Resource Manager and involves supervising inmate workers, coordinating services, and ensuring compliance with monthly pay requirements. Candidates should have Islamic studies background and counseling experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of two years of Islamic religious studies including Qur’an and Articles of Faith.
• Certification letter of good standing from the local Imam.
• Ability to organize, prepare, and conduct Islamic services and courses.
• Experience counseling residents and families on moral and ethical problems.
• Knowledge of mental disorders, mental hygiene, and rehabilitation methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide and supervise Muslim religious activities for the inmate population.
• Supervise two inmate workers and complete timecards for inmate office workers.
• Check all inmate work for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure inmates are assigned to meet the 173-hour monthly inmate pay criteria.
• Attach required certification letter to monthly CDCR 998-A Employee Attendance Record.
• Maintain inmate timesheets and notify Personnel Office of any changes.

Skills

Counseling

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Ethical guidance

Education

Islamic religious studies

Job description

Job Overview

Muslim chaplain at Centinela State Prison, Imperial, CA. Reports to the Community Resource Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide and supervise Muslim religious activities for the prison inmate population.
• Supervise two inmate workers and complete timecards for inmate office workers.
• Check all inmate work for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure inmates are assigned to meet the 173‑hour monthly inmate pay criteria.
• Attach required certification letter to monthly CDCR 998‑A Employee Attendance Record.
• Maintain inmate timesheets and notify Personnel Office of any changes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of at least two years of Islamic religious studies, including Islamic History, the Holy Qur’an, Principles of Faith and Articles of Faith, in an accredited masjid or college.
• Letter of certification of good standing issued by the local resident Imam.
• Ability to organize, prepare, and conduct Islamic religious services and courses on ethics, religion, and sacred music.
• Experience counseling residents and families on moral and ethical problems.
• Knowledge of mental disorders, principles of mental hygiene, and rehabilitation methods.

Desirable Qualifications

• Willingness to promote an equitable and inclusive workplace.
• Experience with behavioral problems in correctional settings.
• Strong organizational and instructional skills.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) and CalPERS websites. Eligibility may vary by job classification and length of appointment.

EEO Statement

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer. The EEO contact is:

Jennifer Burgos
[phone] ext: 5360
[e-mail]

Contact

Stephanie Lopez
[phone]
[e-mail]