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How much do solano prison jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for solano prison in the United States is $66,114.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $72,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by correctional officers at Solano Prison, and how are they supported in addressing these challenges?

Correctional officers at Solano Prison often encounter challenges such as managing inmate behavior, maintaining safety and security, and responding to unpredictable situations. The work environment can be high-pressure and requires strong communication and conflict resolution skills. Officers are supported through extensive training, established protocols, and teamwork with other staff members. Additionally, there are opportunities for ongoing professional development and access to employee assistance programs to help manage stress.

What is Solano Prison?

Solano Prison, officially known as California State Prison, Solano (CSP-Solano), is a medium-security correctional facility located in Vacaville, California. It houses male inmates and is operated by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR). The prison provides various programs aimed at rehabilitation, including educational, vocational, and substance abuse treatment options. CSP-Solano also offers work assignments and self-help groups to support inmates’ reintegration into society. The facility has a significant role in the California prison system due to its size and the range of services it provides.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Correctional Officer at Solano Prison, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Correctional Officer at Solano Prison, you need a high school diploma or GED, completion of correctional officer training, and knowledge of law enforcement procedures. Familiarity with security systems, surveillance technology, and incident reporting tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and sound judgment help you manage challenging situations and communicate effectively with inmates and colleagues. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining safety, order, and effective operations within the correctional facility.

What is the difference between Solano Prison vs Solano County Jail?

FeatureSolano PrisonSolano County Jail
Type of FacilityState correctional facilityCounty detention center
Security LevelHigh security for long-term inmatesVaries; mostly low to medium security for short-term detainees
PopulationInmates serving longer sentences
CertificationsState certifications for correctional facilities
Work EnvironmentSecure, controlled environment with correctional staff

Solano Prison is a state-run correctional facility housing inmates serving longer sentences, while Solano County Jail is a local detention center for short-term detainees and those awaiting trial. The prison operates under state regulations, offering a more secure environment, whereas the jail functions primarily for local law enforcement needs. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the appropriate facility for employment or visitation.

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Medical Assistant - California State Prison -Solano (SOL)

Medical Assistant - California State Prison -Solano (SOL)

California Correctional Health Care Services

Elk Grove, CA • On-site

$4.5K - $5.1K/mo

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


California Conservation Corps rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

407th of 657 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

Effective July 1, 2025, in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires each full-time employee in Bargaining Unit 20 , and related Excluded, Exempt and Statutory Exempt employees, will have their base salary reduced by 3 percent and will receive 5 PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.
  • Please note: This classification is subject to Section 5, Hiring-Above-Minimum (HAM) Authorization of the California State Civil Service Pay Scales. The authorized HAM rate for this classification is $4,556-$5,175.
Under the administrative supervision of the Supervising Registered Nurse (SRN) II/III, Correctional Facility (CF), and the clinical supervision of a Physician and Surgeon, CF, or Physician and Surgeon, CF (Internal Medicine/Family Practice), the Medical Assistant (MA) provides support to primary care providers in a variety of health care settings. The MA, under the clinical direction of a provider or the valid authorization by a provider's order, is responsible for performing patient oriented procedures, providing support to the Primary Care Team (PCT) for daily clinic operations, communicating effectively with patients and members of the PCT and other health care team members, and performing administrative duties. The MA is responsible for addressing the ongoing needs of patients, working with the physicians and other health care providers, and promoting the efficient, appropriate, and cost-effective use of health care resources.
  • To obtain list eligibility for the MEDICAL ASSISTANT, before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the examination: CalCareers
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a valid certificate from an agency approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Medical Board of California to practice as a Medical Assistant.
Department of Consumer Affairs approved Agencies include:
  • American Association of Medical Assistants
  • American Medical Certification Association
  • American Medical Technologists
  • California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants
  • Multi-skilled Medical Certification Institute, Inc.
  • National Center for Competency Testing
You must have ACTIVE certification status prior to appointment into the classification.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Additional Documents
  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-521108
Position #(s):
674-213-7374-XXX
Working Title:
Medical Assistant - California State Prison -Solano (SOL)
Classification:
MEDICAL ASSISTANT $4,556.00 - $5,175.00
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:
Solano County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
California State Prison, Solano
Department Information
  • This advertisement is for a MEDICAL ASSISTANT position(s) located at CA STATE PRISON, SOLANO (SOL ) in VACAVILLE, CA located in SOLANO COUNTY .
  • You must indicate JC-521108 and position number on your application: 674-213-7374-XXX .
  • Please Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

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.
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.
Across our organization, our programs work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR and CCHCS mission.
Special Requirements
  • 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.

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.
Candidates new to CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting.
Tuberculosis (TB) testing is required for candidates new to CCHCS prior to appointment followed by department annual TB testing/evaluation thereafter.
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.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. To prepare for the State Application process, please visit Work4CA: State Application Checklist .
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: 6/25/2026
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:
California Correctional Health Care Services
Regional Human Resources-Northern
Attn: Sarah Dimataris
Regional Human Resources - Northern
PO Box 588500, D1, Personnel
Elk Grove , CA 95758
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
California Correctional Health Care Services
California State Prison, Solano
Lisa Faison
2100 Peabody Road
Vacaville , CA 95696-4000
08:00 AM - 05:00 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.
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, www.benefits.calhr.ca.gov/ , and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov .
Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System Benefit can be found on the CalHR website at www.benefits.calhr.ca.gov/state-employees/retirement/ .
Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at www.calhr.ca.gov/about-calhr/divisions-programs/selection-division/merit-system-services-program/ .
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 Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Lisa Faison
(707) 724-3000
Lisa.Faison@cdcr.ca.gov
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:
CCHCS EEO Office
(916) 691-6118
CCHCS_EEO@cdcr.ca.gov
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.
Additional Information
Priority consideration will be given to Reemployment, Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), and Surplus candidates.
All methods of appointments may be considered.
CCHCS accepts electronic applications. If interested, please submit an electronic application (STD 678) and resume through your CalCareer account at www.jobs.ca.gov. Your application must be submitted on or before the above Final Filing Date.
Paper App (If unable to submit an electronic application): To apply for this position, you may submit a Standard State Application (STD 678) and resume, along with copies of your most recent performance report, college transcripts/college diploma (if applicable) and license/certification (if applicable) to the contact person listed above.
PLEASE NOTE: All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (MQ's) of the classification, per SPB Rule 250. Possession of MQs for list eligible applicants will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet MQs, the necessary steps will be taken to have the applic...