Correctional Officer

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
vacation time, paid holidays
United States, California, Susanville
Oct 23, 2024
Job Description Becoming a peace officer with CDCR means you are joining a family of dedicated, hardworking men and women responsible for ensuring public safety throughout California. Once you join CDCR, there are many career options you can pursue as a peace officer including Parole, Internal Affairs, Correctional Safety as well as specialized team assignments including Investigative Services Unit, Crisis Response Team, Gang Task Force, and Fugitive Apprehension Team. Minimum Qualifications AGE At least 20 YEARS of age at the time of application and 21 YEARS of age at the time of appointment to the Academy. EDUCATION Graduation from a U.S. high school, G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate is required, or possession of a college degree (Associate of Arts or higher) from an accredited college or university. EDUCATION Possession of a high school diploma, GED or equivalent from a U.S. institution or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate. CITIZENSHIP United States citizenship or legal permanent resident. BENEFITS Medical, Dental, and Vision Sick and Vacation Leave Paid Holidays Recruitment and Retention Differential Pay Bilingual Pay Education incentive 401 (k) Plan 401 (k) Deferred Compensation Inclusive and Diverse Workforce CDCR is 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 cultural backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department. 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.