Program Technician II
Role details
Job location
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Job description
Under general supervision of the Superintendent II, this position performs duties in support of CCWF's Optical Lab. This position is responsible for inventory, procurement and supervision of a group of incarcerated individuals assigned in the manufacturing of prescription eyewear in the institutional Optical Enterprise. Employees having regular, direct responsibility for work supervision, on-the-job training, and work performance evaluation of at least two incarcerated individuals, wards, or resident workers who substantially replace civil service employees for a total of at least 120 hours per pay period., Pursuant to the Public Health Orders, masks shall be worn if necessary, in accordance with local county requirements, CDPH requirements, and directives issued by CDCR and CALCTRA. COVID testing may be required under circumstances determined by the department. Both institutional and non-institutional testing protocols are constantly evaluated and will be revised based on most current public health ordinances. CDCR and CALCTRA shall continue to assess conditions and may be required to reinstate, as needed, higher levels of testing and mitigation strategies to limit the spread of COVID-19 within our work locations.
Requirements
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s)., 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:
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 performing clerical work, entering data, preparing and reviewing documents and perform calculations.
- Customer service, experience answering phones and reception work.
- Computer knowledge, experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Experience meeting deadlines, working independently and in a team environment.
Benefits & conditions
This position is limited term and has the potential to be extended up to 24 months and may become permanent.
We are excited to announce that effective January 1, 2026 the California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) has been renamed the California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority (CALCTRA).
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
Start your CAREER with purpose - make a difference while enjoying great benefits and a work-life balance!, 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.
