Under the direction of Correctional Counselor II, Supervisor, Correctional Counselor I (CCI) is responsible for a caseload of approximately 160 incarcerated people. Identifies critical factors in their emotional and social maladjustment which have resulted in criminological behavior and evaluates these factors as basis for possible explanation of the deviant behavior, prospects for change in attitude and activities, and prognosis concerning expected adjustment in the institution and upon release. CCI's are required to access and enter data into the Disability and Effective Communication system (DECS). Required to work evening hours for classification purposes.
Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a three (3) percent reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.
CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
This advertisement is for the Correctional Counselor I position located at 44750 60 th Street West, Lancaster, CA 93536. Please indicate the position number on your application: [redacted]-XXX.
Note : Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions The California State Prison - Los Angeles County (LAC) is in Lancaster, CA (Antelope Valley) - home to our State's Poppy Flower. LAC is approximately forty-five (45) minutes North of Valencia, CA, which is home to Six Flags Magic Mountain and is approximately seventy-five (75) miles North from Downtown Los Angeles/ Hollywood.
PLEASE NOTE: VACANCY IS LOCATED IN LANCASTER, CA.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-528525
Position #(s):
027-222-9904-XXX
Working Title:
Correctional Counselor I
Classification:
CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR I $7,278.00 - $8,726.00 A
$8,809.00 - $10,572.00 B
$7,642.00 - $9,162.00 J
$9,249.00 - $11,101.00 K
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
4
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Work Shift:
Varies
Work Week:
Monday through Friday
Special Requirements 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 must 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 at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services .
Candidates new to CDCR are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
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: 8/27/2026
Who May Apply
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. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
California State Prison, Los Angeles County
Attn: Hiring and Recruitment
44750 60th Street West
Lancaster , CA 93536-7620
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
California State Prison, Los Angeles County
Hiring and Recruitment
44750 60th Street West
Lancaster , CA 93536-7620
Office is closed weekends and all major holidays.
07:30 AM - 04:00 PM
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 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.
- Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the "Statement of Qualifications" section below for specific requirements. - Other -
TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED . Applicants must submit/attach a copy of their unofficial/official transcripts to their application. All transcripts, application, and supporting documents need to be submitted/attached by the Final Filing Date. Failure to submit/attach a copy of your transcripts will result in the disqualification of the application process. Diploma will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.
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.
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:
Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, www.calhr.ca.gov , and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov .
Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at Salary and Benefits .
Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at Merit System Principles - An Overview .
Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at Employee Benefits Summary .
This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Syre Garcia
(661) 729-2000 ext: 5239
[email protected] Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Judd Anderson
(661) 729-2000 ext: 6919
[email protected] California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Statement of Qualifications A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and shall be submitted with your application. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills meet the desirable qualifications and demonstrate the candidate's ability to perform the job duties listed in this bulletin as it relates to the specific question being asked.
Instructions: SOQ shall be typed in 12-point professional font, limited to two (2) pages, single sided, candidate name, and JC number shall be listed at the top of each page. Your response shall be in question and answer format.
Please submit your SOQ with your application. Applications received without the SOQ or that do not follow these instructions will be screened out and you will not receive an interview.
Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.
Question:
Based on the Knowledge, Skills, and abilities of the Correctional Counselor I what qualifications do you have that makes you the best candidate to fill this position. For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ or a Supp
