SUPERVISING PROGRAM TECHNICIAN II

The California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority (CALCTRA) is a self-supporting state agency that provides productive work opportunities and job skills to incarcerated individuals to reduce recidivism and increase public and prison safety.

The California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority (CALCTRA) operates within California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) facilities. CDCR does not recognize hostages for bargaining purposes. CDCR has a “NO HOSTAGE” policy, and all incarcerated individuals, visitors, non-employees, and employees shall be made aware of this.

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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.

Watch this success story to see how jobs with CALCTRA contribute to the success of incarcerated individuals and reduce the recidivism rates.

https://www.calctra.ca.gov/Videos/timothy-jackson-success-story/

Department Website: https://www.calctra.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

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.

Statewide Recruiting has a hot off the press new resource for you: State Application Checklist This resource was created to help job seekers understand how to write a strong state application and address some of the frequently asked questions about state applications. We hope you find it useful, and we think it pairs pretty nicely with the SOQ checklist Employees new to CALCTRA 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.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: 5/24/2026, 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.
• Other - The position(s) require(s) a valid Regular Class C California Driver’s License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Upload a copy of your CDL (front and back). Your CDL file must be in a .doc or .pdf format.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Do you have experience in Supervising experience?, 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.

• Supervisory experience.
• Computer Knowledge: Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point
• Experience working in an institutional setting
• Optical RX knowledge and experience
• Customer Service experience.
• Experience meeting deadlines and working independently and/or in a team environment
• Clerical experience

Pulled from the full job description

• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

• Paid holidays, 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! The incumbent directs and organizes clerical staff in performing of specialized and technical duties at the Optical Annex, including the receiving and shipping, screening, customer service and data entry of prescription eyewear.