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
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
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.
BACKGROUND
As a minimum requirement, a thorough background investigation must be conducted prior to a candidate's appointment or training as a Correctional Peace Officer.
Additionally, must have no felony convictions and eligible to own / possess a firearm.
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.
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