Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Current State employees who do not meet the minimum qualifications for this classification may apply for this vacancy as a Training and Development assignment.

Under the direction of the Prison Industries Superintendent I (Wood Products), the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the overall planning, organization, and supervision of the wood products enterprise within a state correctional facility. Employees will have regular and substantial contact with persons incarcerated in California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation institution and/or medical facilities.

Start your CAREER and be a part of a team that reduces recidivism, increases prison safety, and enhances public safety by providing incarcerated individuals with productive work and training opportunities.   

When joining state service in a full-time position, in your first 12 months you will earn a MINIMUM of 156 PAID leave hours; have 11 paid/observed holidays ; be eligible for health , dental and vision benefits for you AND your family and earn CalPERS retirement !

CALPIA Wood Products program is designed to meet California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) institutional needs statewide. You will train and mentor incarcerated individuals who will gain knowledge and skills needed to meet the highest possible standards for Wood Products and increase one’s chances for employment opportunities upon release.

You are encouraged to apply for this vacancy prior to taking the exam by clicking the APPLY NOW button above . You may indicate you have eligibility, when selecting ‘basis of eligibly’ choose ‘other’ and indicate in text box, “Application submitted for exam”. You MUST also save and submit a copy of your application template (STD.678) to Exams@calpia.ca.gov .  For more information about the exam click the link below:

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Working Conditions

Persons appointed to positions in this class must be reasonably able to maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental, and emotional) situations encountered on the job without compromising their health and well-being or that of their fellow employees or that of incarcerated individuals.  Assignments during tour of duty may include sole responsibility for the supervision of incarcerated individuals and/or the protection of personal and real property.  Persons appointed to the position in this class may be required to wear a personal alarm and carry a whistle while on the worksite.

Special Requirements

Upon a conditional job offer, the selected candidate will be required to clear live scan, a tuberculous (TB) test, and physical (if applicable).

This position is subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing pursuant to 2 CCR § 599.960.

Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with hours worked, dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. Please indicate the classification, Job Control Number (JC) and position number in the 'EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING' section of your application, failure to provide this information may result in elimination from the hiring process. Resumes are welcome but do not take place of the STD 678. Incomplete applications received may not be considered.

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Employees new to CALPIA will be required to attend New Employee Orientation (NEO) prior to starting work within an institution or Central Office. NEO is 4.5 days (36 hours) and will be conducted at the Green Valley Training Center in Folsom, CA. New employees traveling 50 miles or more from their home address or headquarters location to attend NEO will receive a travel advance sufficient for meals, incidentals, and travel accommodations for the duration of NEO. Any questions or concerns regarding NEO training can be addressed during the interview process.

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 at the level of an Industrial Supervisor or equivalent in supervising, leading, directing, and/or giving instruction and training to staff engaged in the production of wood furniture & evaluating individual performance
• Woodworking and/or upholstery experience, knowledge of wood furniture/cabinetry, carpentry or upholstery trade
• Industrial safety experience and knowledge of OSHA and other industrial health and safety requirements and quality control
• Computer knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and database systems
• Valid Class A or B Commercial driver license or forklift certification
• College Degree
• Experience with CNC/CAD and reading blueprints/plans
• Ability to communicate with all levels of staff, managers and stakeholders
• Attention to detail
• Ability to demonstrate the safe operation of industry-specific machinery and tools

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Information

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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