Current State employees who do not meet the minimum qualifications for this classification may apply for this vacancy as a Training and Development assignment.

Under the direction of the Superintendent II (Detergent), the incumbent performs a responsible chemical testing work in the analysis of consumer products within a Cleaning Products Plant maintaining order, supervision of the conduct of incarcerated individuals and protect and maintain the safety of persons and property.

You may apply for this vacancy prior to taking the exam. To attain list eligibility, you must apply for the Quality Control Technician, Prison Industries (Cleaning Products) exam. Instructions are located at the link below.
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=2119

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Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

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 inmates. Assignments during tour of duty may include sole responsibility for the supervision of inmates and/or the protection of personal and real property. Persons appointed to positions in this class are required to wear a personal alarm and must carry a whistle at all times while on the worksite.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN, PRISON INDUSTRIES (CLEANING PRODUCTS)

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-445925

Position #(s):

399-430-3080-001

Working Title:

Quality Control Technician

Classification:

QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN, PRISON INDUSTRIES (CLEANING PRODUCTS)

$5,453.00 - $6,770.00

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Los Angeles County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

0630 - 1430

Work Week:

Monday - Friday

Department Information

The California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA) is a self-supporting state agency that provides productive work opportunities and job skills to offenders to reduce recidivism and increase public and prison safety.

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In the event of a medical state of emergency CALPIA will follow Public Health Orders issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and issue departmental directives which may include guidance from California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and California Correctional Healthcare Services.

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Department Website: http://calpia.ca.gov

Special Requirements

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 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.

Employees new to CALPIA 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: 8/25/2024

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:

Prison Industry Authority

Attn: Human Resources

560 E Natoma Street

Folsom, CA 95630

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Prison Industry Authority

Human Resources

560 E Natoma Street

Folsom, CA 95630

Non operational on weekends and holidays

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:

Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in the Field of Chemistry
Experience with and knowledge of CALOSHA requirements and Health and Safety in a commercial/correctional setting
Experience in the Quality Control in the Manufacturing of Chemicals or Cleaning Products

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://calpia.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 358-2696
careers@calpia.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 597-6215
EEO@calpia.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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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