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Job Description And Duties
Under the general supervision of the Chief Deputy Warden, and direct supervision of the Correctional Counselor II, Supervisor, OOG Coordinator, shall coordinate the processing of incarcerated person appeals.
Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a three (3) percent reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.
CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
This advertisement is for the CCII, Specialist position Located at 44750 60 th Street West, Lancaster, CA 93536. Please indicate the position number on your application: 027-224-9901-003.
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
The California State Prison – Los Angeles County (LAC) is in Lancaster, CA (Antelope Valley) – home to our State’s Poppy Flower. LAC is approximately forty-five (45) minutes North of Valencia, CA, which is home to Six Flags Magic Mountain and is approximately seventy-five (75) miles North from Downtown Los Angeles/ Hollywood.
PLEASE NOTE: VACANCY IS LOCATED IN LANCASTER, CA.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Job Code #:
JC-488938
Position #(s):
027-224-9901-003
Working Title:
Correctional Counselor II (Specialist) Office of Grievance
Classification:
CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SPECIALIST)
$55.76 - $71.48
$9,435.00 - $12,699.00
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:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Work Shift:
Varies
Work Week:
Monday through Friday
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.
Commitment to California Model
CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community
Founded in 1885, 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 offenders, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies to successfully reintegrate offenders into our communities.
Limited Term 12 Months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.
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 are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR 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:
Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Roxanne Gonzalez
(661) 729-2000 ext: 6922
roxanne.gonzalez@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:
Judd Anderson
(661) 729-2000 ext: 6904
Judd. Anderson@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.
Qualifications
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and will be considered in the application screening process. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Resumes, letters and other materials will not be considered as an SOQ.
A SOQ is a narrative description of how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Responses to the SOQ must be typed, using a 12-point Arial font. SOQ may not exceed 2 pages (front & back) total, single-spaced and responses must be numbered to match the items below. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ will not be considered.
Additional Information
LAC will not be accepting any Training and Development assignments for this classification/posting.
Please ensure you submit a current version of the State Examination / Employment Application Std Form 678 completed and thorough application. Do not leave anything blank (including, but not limited to, hours/week worked and start/end dates, job duties performed, supervisor information, etc.). All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included on your application to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resumes, letters and other materials will not be considered as a replacement for a completed application. Applications received not the current version, thorough and incomplete will not be reviewed.
All transcripts, application, and supporting documents need to be submitted/attached by the Final Filing Date. Transcripts need to include the date a degree was conferred, if applicable, which will prove you meet the minimum qualifications if you are using education to meet them. Please note foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Failure to submit/attach a copy of your transcripts will result in the disqualification of the application process.
Closely review the minimum qualifications for the class specification, also referred to as job specifications available via www.calhr.ca.gov Please indicate whether you qualify for the classification under Pattern I, II, or III experience and education requirement.
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended . If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions” section below. Applications submitted by mail or drop-off must clearly indicate the Job Code #: JC-XXXXX, Position Number and the Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Please note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure to have a valid email address on your application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email inbox, to include junk emails for any correspondences regarding their application status.
To obtain list eligibility for the CCII, Specialist before applying for the position(s), you must first take and pass the examination.
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.
Under the general supervision of the Chief Deputy Warden, and direct supervision of the Correctional Counselor II, Supervisor, OOG Coordinator, shall coordinate the processing of incarcerated person appeals.
Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a three (3) percent reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.
CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
This advertisement is for the CCII, Specialist position Located at 44750 60 th Street West, Lancaster, CA 93536. Please indicate the position number on your application: 027-224-9901-003.
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
The California State Prison – Los Angeles County (LAC) is in Lancaster, CA (Antelope Valley) – home to our State’s Poppy Flower. LAC is approximately forty-five (45) minutes North of Valencia, CA, which is home to Six Flags Magic Mountain and is approximately seventy-five (75) miles North from Downtown Los Angeles/ Hollywood.
PLEASE NOTE: VACANCY IS LOCATED IN LANCASTER, CA.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SPECIALIST)
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-488938
Position #(s):
027-224-9901-003
Working Title:
Correctional Counselor II (Specialist) Office of Grievance
Classification:
CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SPECIALIST)
$55.76 - $71.48
$9,435.00 - $12,699.00
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:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Work Shift:
Varies
Work Week:
Monday through Friday
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.
Commitment to California Model
CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community
Founded in 1885, 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 offenders, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies to successfully reintegrate offenders into our communities.
Limited Term 12 Months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.
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 are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CDCR 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:
Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Roxanne Gonzalez
(661) 729-2000 ext: 6922
roxanne.gonzalez@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:
Judd Anderson
(661) 729-2000 ext: 6904
Judd. Anderson@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.
Qualifications
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and will be considered in the application screening process. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Resumes, letters and other materials will not be considered as an SOQ.
A SOQ is a narrative description of how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Responses to the SOQ must be typed, using a 12-point Arial font. SOQ may not exceed 2 pages (front & back) total, single-spaced and responses must be numbered to match the items below. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ will not be considered.
- Identify each page with the title of SOQ, your full name, Job Control Number, and page number.
- Ensure your responses are complete, specific, clear, and concise.
- SOQs must include specific examples and time frames/dates.
- SOQs will be evaluated based on the content and writing ability, using standardized rating criteria.
- Based on your review of the duty statement, describe what in your background and experience will assist you in accomplishing the responsibilities of this position.
Additional Information
LAC will not be accepting any Training and Development assignments for this classification/posting.
Please ensure you submit a current version of the State Examination / Employment Application Std Form 678 completed and thorough application. Do not leave anything blank (including, but not limited to, hours/week worked and start/end dates, job duties performed, supervisor information, etc.). All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included on your application to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resumes, letters and other materials will not be considered as a replacement for a completed application. Applications received not the current version, thorough and incomplete will not be reviewed.
All transcripts, application, and supporting documents need to be submitted/attached by the Final Filing Date. Transcripts need to include the date a degree was conferred, if applicable, which will prove you meet the minimum qualifications if you are using education to meet them. Please note foreign transcripts must include a verification for US equivalency through an independent company. Failure to submit/attach a copy of your transcripts will result in the disqualification of the application process.
Closely review the minimum qualifications for the class specification, also referred to as job specifications available via www.calhr.ca.gov Please indicate whether you qualify for the classification under Pattern I, II, or III experience and education requirement.
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended . If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 and application package to the mailing address provided in the “Application Instructions” section below. Applications submitted by mail or drop-off must clearly indicate the Job Code #: JC-XXXXX, Position Number and the Title of this position in the “Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section located on the first page of your State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678.
Please note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure to have a valid email address on your application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email inbox, to include junk emails for any correspondences regarding their application status.
To obtain list eligibility for the CCII, Specialist before applying for the position(s), you must first take and pass the examination.
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.
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