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Under supervision of the Correctional Institution Fire Chief, to perform fire prevention and suppression activities in a State correctional institution; to promote acceptable attitudes and behavior of incarcerated persons under supervision; and to do other related work.
Operate fire engines, auxiliary equipment, and rescue equipment; inspect, maintain, and recharge fire extinguishers; conduct safety and fire inspections; inspect and test fire sprinklers, standpipe, and fire alarm systems; conduct regular, periodic fire drills; maintain written logs on all inspections; perform maintenance, training, and drills; issue citations for safety violations; write inspection reports and make recommendations for the correction of deficiencies; investigate fires to determine causes and make recommendations regarding preventive measures; train staff in fire and life safety; train fire fighters in all aspects of first aid, fire prevention, fire suppression, rescue, equipment operation, equipment maintenance, etc.; supervise incarcerated person fire fighters in daily routine and fire suppression and prevention; supervise incarcerated persons in general fire station housekeeping and upkeep of the surrounding grounds; operate appropriate communication equipment; drive fire apparatus during off-grounds mutual aid responses; and maintain records and prepare reports regarding all fire prevention and suppression activities.
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Individuals must specify on their application that they are applying for a Training and Development assignment.
This recruitment may be used to fill any additional vacancies in this classification for the life of the recruitment.
CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.
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 .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FIRE CAPTAIN CORRECTION INSTITUTION

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-528172
Position #(s):
180-217-9001-004
Working Title:
Fire Captain, Correctional Institution
Classification:
FIRE CAPTAIN CORRECTION INSTITUTION $4,882.00 - $6,340.00
$6,110.00 - $6,663.00 A
$6,971.00 - $8,765.00 B
$6,416.00 - $6,996.00 J
$7,320.00 - $9,203.00 K
$6,416.00 - $6,996.00 L
$7,320.00 - $9,203.00 M
$6,416.00 - $6,996.00 N
$7,320.00 - $9,203.00 P
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:
Kern County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
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 strengthen 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.
CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.
Location of Position:
Wasco State Prison-Reception Center
701 Scofield Ave
Wasco, CA 93280
Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation's largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities.
Department Website: http://www.jobs.ca.gov
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/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.
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: 8/25/2026
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). 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:
Wasco State Prison
Attn: Hiring & Recruitment
Wasco State Prison-Reception Center
P.O. Box 8800
Wasco , CA 93280
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Wasco State Prison
Drop-Off
Hiring & Recruitment
701 Scofield Ave
Wasco , CA 93280
08:00 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.

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.
Knowledge of: Use and upkeep of motorized fire-fighting equipment, modern fire-fighting methods, tools, and equipment; methods used in protecting property against fire; first aid; rules and regulations pertaining to fire prevention and fire safety in a State correctional institution.
Ability to: Control, direct, and instruct incarcerated persons individually and in groups; train others in fire prevention, fire suppression, and rescue work; interpret and enforce institution rules and regulations with firmness, tact, and impartiality; evaluate the conduct and production of incarcerated persons accurately and impartially; analyze situations and take effective action; investigate fires to determine causes; prepare cost and damage estimates; review construction plans for conformance with safety principles; keep records and prepare reports.
Special Personal Characteristics: Emotional maturity and stability; sympathetic and objective understanding of persons under restraint; satisfactory record as a law-abiding citizen; leadership ability; tact; courage; willingness to work at night and to report for duty whenever emergencies arise; hearing adequacy within speech frequencies (uncorrected); normal use of both hands and both feet; physical strength and agility; and weight in proportion to height.
Additional Desirable Qualifications: Experience in supervising others; knowledge of correctional institution operations and philosophy; and completion of college level work in fire science.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website .
Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website .
Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website .
Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website.
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 application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.jobs.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Jessica Lopez
(661) 758-8400 ext: 5192
jessica.lopez2@cdcr.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Shaydee Pinedo
(661) 758-8400 ext: 5191
shaydee.