California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority Careers

08/21/2026

This is great opportunity for a new attorney or an attorney with a few years of practice to explore different practice areas (such as constitutional, correctional, employment, privacy, contracting, labor, administrative, corporate, and government law) and to acquire a wide variety of legal skills that they will benefit from as they advance in their legal career.

This position performs a wide range of legal assignments within the Office of Legal Counsel (OLC). Must be able to learn and competently perform confidential and sensitive legal work for CALCTRA in a variety of subject matter areas, including constitutional, correctional, employment, civil service, health and safety, public contracting, administrative, and privacy law.

Interested? Apply on www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC-529175 – Apply by 9/8/2026

A Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) is required when applying for this position. The SQ must conform to the instructions on the job control or your application may be disqualified.

How to Apply –
1. Create a CalCareers account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application - https://buff.ly/zU8jIJF
3. Apply for position - https://buff.ly/1bBhLKc
4. Take the exam!

Minimum Qualifications - Membership in The California State Bar.

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Jobs
Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

Questions? Email [email protected] with the JC number you are inquiring about.

07/31/2026

Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid telework schedule while being based near historic Folsom—close to restaurants, shops, scenic walking trails, and with free parking! Please note: this position is not located within a prison facility.

Position may be eligible for the Recruitment and Retention (R&R) differential, which varies from $2,400 to $4,800 annually based on qualifying factors.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required when applying for this position. The SOQ must conform to the instructions, or your application may be disqualified.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:
• At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

The Personnel Specialist (PS) is responsible for interpreting and applying personnel related laws, rules, regulations, policies, and Memorandum of Understanding provisions pertaining to a variety of personnel transactions. The PS is responsible for processing appointments, separations, payroll, and benefits for CA Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority (CALCTRA) employees and related personnel transactions functions. The PS will share responsibility for personnel/payroll transactions duties for a roster of approximately 275 employees and provided occasional assistance to institution personnel offices with regard to CALCTRA field employees. All duties require effective communication and excellent customer service with internal staff, employees, and control agencies. May require travel to the institutions, as necessary.

Desirable Qualifications
Desirable Qualifications are not required but are listed to demonstrate what experience/education would make the selected candidate most successful in this position. If you have this education/experience, you are encouraged to include this information in your application.
• Experience in applying and interpreting State and Federal Laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Experience working under pressure and able to perform multiple tasks with precision.
• Experience prioritizing assignments to meet demands.
• Self-motivated to ensure payroll and personnel transactions are completed accurately and timely.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Experience using modern office equipment; computer, calculator, calendar, and scheduling appointments.
• Experience in Human Resources; processing payroll and benefits.
• Experience in Customer Service.

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC-526545 by the application deadline of 8/8/2026

Steps to apply –
1. Create Calcareers Account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application - https://buff.ly/TTGrYgO
3. Apply for position https://buff.ly/vL3AqkS
4. Apply for the exam

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Job

Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

07/30/2026

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:
• At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

The Health Facility Maintenance program provides individuals training of necessary knowledge and skills needed to meet the highest possible standards of cleaning for healthcare settings and brings healthcare areas of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) to an acceptable level of sanitary conditions. Be a part of our mission teaching valuable life skills and work experience for successful employment upon parole or release.

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:
• Custodial, janitorial, professional cleaning experience
• Experience cleaning biohazard or hospital cleaning experience
• Experience using janitorial equipment
• Experience leading or instruction of a work group
• Willing to work evenings, weekends and overtime This position is limited term and has the potential to be extended up to 24 months and may become permanent.

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC – 526222 by the application deadline of 8/4/2026

Steps to apply –
1. Create Calcareers Account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application - https://buff.ly/TTGrYgO
3. Apply for position https://buff.ly/iA43lEK
4. Apply for the exam

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Job
Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

07/29/2026

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:
• At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

This position is responsible for using specific Medi-Cal Optical programs criteria in the receiving, screening, data entry, shipping, customer service, and transportation processes of performing Medi-Cal orders for prescription eyewear.

Desirable Qualifications
Desirable Qualifications are not required but are listed to demonstrate what experience/education would make the selected candidate most successful in this position. If you have this education/experience, you are encouraged to include this information in your application.
• Experience working in an optical lab
• Experience working in and providing Customer Service
• Experience working with or around incarcerated individuals
• Experience with order processing, including shipping and receiving

This position is limited term and has the potential to be extended up to 24 months and may become permanent.

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 526266 by the application deadline of 8/6/2026
Steps to apply –
1. Create Calcareers Account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application - https://buff.ly/whx4jnG
3. Apply for position - https://buff.ly/iNtuCJj
4. Apply for the exam

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Job
Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

07/28/2026

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Financial Controller will lead the development and standardization of California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority’s (CALCTRA) standards, program, and business processes for fiscal planning. This position has oversight for the Accounting Services and Inventory Management Section. Responsible for making high level decisions and formulating, recommending, and implementing major departmental policies and strategies to the CFO and the executive team on all areas related to CALCTRA's fiscal related initiatives. Directly supervises the Accounting Administrator III.

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:
• Experience leading and providing direction of a fiscal division or team.
• Experience establishing a culture of compliance and continuous improvement within a fiscal team while adapting to changing accounting standards, regulatory compliance, and agency business needs.
• Experience providing expert advice and guidance to executive management, department staff, external customers, and control agencies on Fiscal related matters.
• Experience identifying significant compliance, control, or procedural deficiencies within an area of responsibility.
• Experience with financial accounting, cost accounting, and/or government accounting.

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 523146 by the application deadline of 8/4/2026

Steps to apply –
1. Create Calcareers Account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application - https://buff.ly/TTGrYgO
3. Apply for position - https://buff.ly/Qt2m2en

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Job

Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

Looking to make a difference? Join our strong and mighty workforce. We offer benefits and growth opportunities and impact the lives of millions of Californians.

07/24/2026

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:
• At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

The incumbent is responsible for the leadership, direction, and supervision of the daily operations of the Fabric Engineering Unit with responsibility for CALCTRA civil service and incarcerated individuals. This position is located at Mule Creek State Prison (MCSP) and physically reports to MCSP. The incumbent must adhere to policies and procedures of working on California Department of Correction and Rehabilitation
(CDCR) grounds. Employees will have regular and substantial contact with persons incarcerated in California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation institution and/or medical facilities.

This position is best suited for candidates that have the following skillset:
• A strong understanding of patternmaking & sewing techniques
• Ability to execute marking & grading as needed
• Experience with Ge**er Lectra software
• Ability to create technical packs for apparel

This position is limited term and has the potential to be extended up to 24 months and may become permanent.

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 514839 by the application deadline of 7/25/2026
Steps to apply –
1. Create Calcareers Account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application - https://buff.ly/hvZ8Js5
3. Apply for position - https://buff.ly/555loyz
4. Apply for the exam

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Job
Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

The State of California offers a wide variety of careers and jobs, ranging from accounting to zoology. The services our employees provide are truly essential to the people of California. In public service, you will spend every day doing work that is vital to your state and your community.

07/17/2026

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:
• At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

The incumbent is responsible for the leadership, direction, and supervision of the daily operations of the Fabric Engineering Unit with responsibility for CALCTRA civil service and incarcerated individuals. This position is located at Mule Creek State Prison
(MCSP) and physically reports to MCSP. The incumbent must adhere to policies and procedures of working on California Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (CDCR) grounds. Employees will have regular and substantial contact with persons incarcerated in California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation institution and/or medical facilities.

This position is best suited for candidates that have the following skillset:
• A strong understanding of patternmaking & sewing techniques
• Ability to execute marking & grading as needed
• Experience with Ge**er Lectra software
• Ability to create technical packs for apparel

This position is limited term and has the potential to be extended up to 24 months and may become permanent.

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 514839 by the application deadline of 7/25/2026
Steps to apply –
1. Create Calcareers Account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application -https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Documents/24-09-12%20State%20Application%20Checklist.pdf
3. Apply for position - https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=514839
4. Apply for the exam

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Job
Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

07/13/2026

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Financial Controller will lead the development and standardization of California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority’s (CALCTRA) standards, program, and business processes for fiscal planning. This position has oversight for the Accounting Services and Inventory Management Section. Responsible for making high level decisions and formulating, recommending, and implementing major departmental policies and strategies to the CFO and the executive team on all areas related to CALCTRA's fiscal related initiatives. Directly supervises the Accounting Administrator III.

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:
• Experience leading and providing direction of a fiscal division or team.
• Experience establishing a culture of compliance and continuous improvement within a fiscal team while adapting to changing accounting standards, regulatory compliance, and agency business needs.
• Experience providing expert advice and guidance to executive management, department staff, external customers, and control agencies on Fiscal related matters.
• Experience identifying significant compliance, control, or procedural deficiencies within an area of responsibility.
• Experience with financial accounting, cost accounting, and/or government accounting.

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 523146 by the application deadline of 7/22/2026

Steps to apply –
1. Create Calcareers Account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application - https://buff.ly/oG1cOFC
3. Apply for position - https://buff.ly/GvA9Xjw
4. Apply for the exam

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Job

Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

Looking to make a difference? Join our strong and mighty workforce. We offer benefits and growth opportunities and impact the lives of millions of Californians.

06/26/2026

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:
• At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

This position performs a wide range of functions in support of the mission of Industry Employment Program (IEP). These functions include management and tracking of incarcerated individuals' nominations and certificates, statewide training, procedure development and includes managing all incarcerated individual work assignments for CALCTRA. Strong written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured fast paced environment is required.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required when applying for this position. The SOQ must conform to the instructions, or your application may be disqualified.

This recruitment is intended to attract candidates with foundational analytical skills who are interested in public service, workforce development, and program support within a corrections or rehabilitation setting.

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 522557 by the application deadline of 7/5/2026
Steps to apply –
1. Create Calcareers Account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application - https://buff.ly/ReZM24S
3. Apply for position - https://buff.ly/I8J7dZl
4. Apply for the exam

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Job
Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA

06/26/2026

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:
• At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

The Supervisor II serves as the full supervisory level over a team performing complex program operations. The incumbent is a member of the management team with direct influence over programs with statewide or multi-departmental impact, exercising a high degree of independence and utilization of independent judgment.

Please note: this position is not located within a prison facility.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required when applying for this position. The SOQ must conform to the instructions, or your application may be disqualified.

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 521303 by the application deadline of 7/5/2026
Steps to apply –
1. Create Calcareers Account – www.calcareers.ca.gov
2. Create your state application -https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Documents/24-09-12%20State%20Application%20Checklist.pdf
3. Apply for position -https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=521303
4. Apply for the exam

Need help with the application process? Join us every Friday at 11:00am for a FREE interactive Zoom presentation: How to Apply for State Job
Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/CALCTRA Meeting ID: 781 163 9893 Passcode: CALCTRA






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