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CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT

Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
Fresno, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026

The Office of Correctional Safety (OCS) supports the mission of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The OCS mission is to protect the public and serve the CDCR investigative and security interests.The OCS is the primary departmental link with allied law enforcement agencies and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES).

The Office of Correctional Safety is comprised of the following sub-units:
  • Special Service Unit (SSU)

  • Fugitive Apprehension Teams (FAT)

  • Emergency Operations Unit (EOU)

  • Emergency Planning and Management Unit (EPMU)

  • Specialized Technology and Investigations Unit (STIU)

  • Criminal Intelligence Analysis Unit (CIAU)

  • Investigative Training Unit (ITU)


Under the direction of the Correctional Lieutenant, Special Service Unit – Gang Intelligence Operations (GIO), the incumbent will conduct investigations of incarcerated people and supervised person(s) requests to debrief (be identified as having discontinued their gang/security threat group (STG) affiliation), in accordance with California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) policy. The incumbent is responsible for, based upon data and information gathered, determining if a request is sincere or an attempt to manipulate the process in order to escape administrative actions relative to gang/STG validation. The incumbent must interpret and apply applicable regulations, policies, and procedures throughout the debrief process; accurately document, assess, and report evidential information; and clearly and objectively develop and present compelling recommendations.

The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real time updates throughput the hiring process.

HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application's progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.comor DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.

For HRTS communication, please reference Job Requisition (JR) 3815.

CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.


Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).


This advertisement is for a Correctional Sergeant postion located within Fresno County. 

Please indicate 065-135-9659-005 on your job application.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

The OCS Fresno GIO office is located in a secured access building within Fresno County.

More than 50% travel is required.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT
  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-517018
Position #(s):
065-135-9659-005
Working Title:
Office of Correctional Safety, Gang Intelligence Operations
Classification:
CORRECTIONAL SERGEANT
$8,184.00 - $10,292.00 A
$8,696.00 - $10,935.00 J
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:
Fresno County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

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.

Commitment
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strenghten rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts 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.

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
  • The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.

Per Department Operations Manual §32010.19.6, specialized units such as OCS may establish a quarterly proficiency course of fire and techniques that meet their specific needs.  OCS has established a specialized course of fire and applicable staff assigned to OCS are required to pass this quarterly course of fire with primary and other assigned firearms in order to maintain their assignment to OCS.

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 should 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 NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS 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.
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:


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