Top 10 Lieutenant Jobs in California

CORRECTIONAL LIEUTENANT
Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation —Sacramento County, CA
- $9,192 - $12,290 a month
- Weekends as needed
- CDL B
- Current TB test
- DOT physical examination
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Prosegur —Bell, CA
- $35.80 - $37.80 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- 401(k)
- On-the-job training
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LIEUTENANT
The GEO Group —Adelanto, CA
- $106,920.61 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Paid training
- Health savings account
CORRECTIONAL LIEUTENANT
Ironwood State Prison —Riverside County, CA
- $9,192 - $12,290 a month
- Overtime
- Current TB test
- Mid-level
- Fingerprint clearance
9d
Lieutenant
Yolo County, CA —Woodland, CA
- $161,803.20 - $196,664.00 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- No experience needed
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
2d
Lieutenant
Pepperdine University —Malibu, CA
- $70,304 - $72,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
8d
Police Lieutenant
City of Manhattan Beach, CA —Manhattan Beach, CA
- $198,576 - $219,192 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Word processing
- 3 years
14d
Lieutenant
Mcfarland City —McFarland, CA
- $44.19 - $56.57 an hour
- Extended hours
- Employment & labor law
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Fire Lieutenant
Tulare County, CA —Tulare, CA
- $75,023.31 - $91,433.31 a year
- Online Application
- CDL B
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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CORRECTIONAL LIEUTENANT

Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation -
Sacramento County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$9,192 - $12,290 a month
7 days ago

Qualifications

CDL B
Passenger Endorsement
DOT Physical Certification
Air Brake Endorsement
Basic firearms training
Passenger van operation

Full Job Description

Job Posting: Statewide Transportation Correctional Lieutenant

Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation

JC-523469

Statewide Transportation Correctional Lieutenant
CORRECTIONAL LIEUTENANT

$9,192.00 - $12,290.00 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: 7/29/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of a Captain, Adult Institution (CAI) of the incumbent’s assigned Unit, the Statewide Transportation Unit (STU) Correctional Lieutenant is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of their respective STU Hub. These responsibilities include but are not limited to: supervising and coordinating the workload associated with the transport of incarcerated persons by STU staff via sedan, van and intrastate bus schedules. The duties and responsibilities of the STU Lieutenant include key functional areas: Administrative review, Operations and Security; Scheduling; Personnel Management; and Time Keeping. The STU Lieutenant is required to maintain a DMV class “B” Commercial Driver’s License, a Medical Examiners Certificate (MCSA-5876), Airbrake Endorsements and Passenger Endorsements. This position requires quarterly qualifications of all firearms and annually required training in non-lethal options and other mandated courses. The STU Lieutenant must be able to work professionally and independently with little to no supervision. In addition to the Department Operations Manual, the STU Lieutenant must operate in accordance with the STU Operations Manual and comply with all applicable Vehicle Code/DOT laws and regulations. The STU Lieutenant may interact with the general public and other law enforcement agencies on a daily basis and is expected to present themselves at the highest professional standard at all times, on and off duty. The STU Lieutenant is based at any of the three Transportation Hubs.

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 throughout 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 [email protected] or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.

For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4078

CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

This advertisement is for a Correctional Lieutenant position Located at Statewide Transportation Unit Northern hub in Galt, CA. Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-212-9656-003.

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application

Applications received without a completed Employment History section of application or “See Resume” indicated may be automatically screened out and not be considered.

Candidate pool may be screened to determine the most qualified candidates for potential interviews.

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

Working Conditions

This position is located at the Statewide Transportation Unit's Northern Transportation Hub, Galt CA 95632.

Travel is Required.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-523469

Position #(s):

065-212-9656-003

Working Title:

Statewide Transportation Correctional Lieutenant

Classification:

CORRECTIONAL LIEUTENANT

$9,192.00 - $11,567.00 A

$9,767.00 - $12,290.00 J

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Week:

Monday-Friday

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.

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.

Statewide Transportation Unit/Division of Adult Institutions

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

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 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 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.

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: 7/29/2026

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:

Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation

CDCR Hiring Support - Postal

Attn: CDCR Hiring Support

P.O. Box 942883

Sacramento, CA 94283-0001

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation

CDCR Hiring Support - Drop-off

CDCR Hiring Support

9825 Goethe Rd, Application Drop Box

(Drop off not available on weekends and holidays)

Sacramento, CA 95827

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 required and must be included.
Statement of Qualifications -
A Statement of Qualifications is required and must be submitted with your Examination/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 - Include Cover Letter

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:

Shall create and promote an inclusive workplace that empowers employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences.

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 www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx.

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx.

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Emloyee-Benefits-Summary.aspx.

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:
lillian Manns
(279) 223-3810
[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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 255-0458
[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

Statement of Qualifications Instructions:

Applicants full name and JC must be listed in the upper righthand corner.
Restate each question before providing your response.
Single space, Two page maximum

1. Describe your abilities to analyze complex problems and recommend and/or implement an effective course of action

2. Please describe your experience in a custodial role managing large-scale emergencies or natural disasters, including coordinating incarcerated persons movement operations, rapid staff response, and staff deployment.

3. Describe your experience and interactions with internal and external stakeholders. (for example: California Health Care Services, Parole Regional Supervisors, Extraditions, SACCO, WICC.)

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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