Job Description
Special Agent-In-Charge, Northern Region Field Operations Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
JC-520232
- Special Agent-In-Charge, Northern Region Field Operations
SPECIAL AGENT-IN-CHARGE
$12,729.00 - $14,566.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date:
6/16/2026 Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The Office of Correctional Safety (OCS) supports the mission of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The OCS mission is to protect the public and serve the CDCR investigative and security interests.
The OCS is the primary departmental link with allied law enforcement agencies and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES). The Office of Correctional Safety is comprised of the following sub-units:
Special Service Unit (SSU) Fugitive Apprehension Teams (FAT) Emergency Operations Unit (EOU) Emergency Planning and Management Unit (EPMU) Specialized Technology and Investigations Unit (STIU) Criminal Intelligence Analysis Unit (CIAU) Investigative Training Unit (ITU) Under the direction of the Deputy Chief, OCS, the Special Agent-In-Charge (SAC) is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, management, and statewide field operations of Intelligence, Technology and Emergency Operations (ITEO) or OCS Regional territory. The SAC has oversight of daily programming, including direct supervision of all assigned Senior Special Agents. The SAC develops and maintains liaison with Department stakeholders, law enforcement, and criminal justice agencies. Some travel is required. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real time updates throughput the hiring process. HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application's progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from DoNotReply@cdcr.ns2cloud.comor DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account. For HRTS communication, please reference Job Requisition (JR) 3943. CDCR/CCHCS
employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address in their job application. Note:
Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. This advertisement is for a Special Agent-In-Charge, Northern Region Field Operations position located within Sacramento County. Please indicate 065-134-9764-002 on your job application. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions The Northern Region Field Office is located in a secured access building within Sacramento County. Some travel may be required. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SPECIAL AGENT-IN-CHARGE
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Job Code #: JC-520232
Position #(s): 065-134-9764-002
Working Title:
Special Agent-In-Charge, Northern Region Field Operations
Classification:
SPECIAL AGENT-IN-CHARGE
$12,729.00 - $14,566.00
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:
Sacramento 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
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (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. 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.
The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired. Per Department Operations Manual §32010.19.6, specialized units such as OCS may establish a quarterly proficiency course of fire and techniques that meet their specific needs. OCS has established a specialized course of fire and applicable staff assigned to OCS are required to pass this quarterly course of fire with primary and other assigned firearms in order to maintain their assignment to OCS. 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 should 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 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. CDCR/CCHCS
utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate's identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov. 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:
6/16/2026