Sign Language Interpreter - CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation : Job Details

Job Description And Duties

Employees in the above classification who are employed by CDCR as American Sign Language Interpreters will receive an additional $2,500 per pay period on top of the monthly salary.

Sign Language Interpreters are needed to facilitate accurate, effective, and impartial communication using sign language for hearing-impaired and severely speech-impaired incarcerated persons.

Before applying, you should first take and pass the examination available on CalCareers to obtain eligibility.

Individuals eligible for a Training and Development (T&D) assignment may also be considered for this position.

CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application, as main communication will be via email. Please ensure your email is valid.

Additional information about the job can be found in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position is located at the California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility and State Prison (SATF) in Corcoran, CA, accessible off Highway 43. It is conveniently located less than an hour from Lemoore Naval Air Station, about 4 hours from Yosemite National Park, 2.5 hours from Sequoia National Park, and approximately 3 hours from Pismo Beach and LAX. The area offers a low cost of living.

Minimum Requirements

Details are available in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-474182

Position #: 587-###-####-XXX

Working Title: Sign Language Interpreter

Classification: SUPPORT SERVICES ASSISTANT (INTERPRETER)

Salary Range: $3,945.00 - $5,637.00

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Kings 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 individuals back into communities, equipped with tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable, through education, treatment, and rehabilitative programs in a safe environment.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to an inclusive, diverse workplace, fostering collaboration and increasing representation at all levels.

They aim to transform correctional landscapes through the California Model, addressing longstanding challenges and promoting safe, professional workplaces and effective re-entry efforts.

Founded in 1885, CDCR is among the nation's largest correctional departments, dedicated to public safety, effective parole, and offender reintegration.

Special Requirements

Do not include confidential information in your application documents. Verification of minimum qualifications will occur prior to interviews. Foreign degrees require evaluation for U.S. equivalency. Applicants must undergo background checks and tuberculosis testing before appointment. Supporting documents should preferably be in PDF format.

This recruitment may fill future vacancies during its validity. All appointments are subject to departmental clearances and conditions.

Desirable Qualifications

• Willingness to promote an equitable and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity.

Contact Information

Human Resources: Gladys Miranda, (559) ###-#### ext: 7165, [email protected]

Hiring Unit: Hermelinda Cruz, (559) ###-#### ext: 5646, [email protected]

Reasonable Accommodations and EEO questions: Laura Sherwood, (559) ###-#### ext: 7155, [email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-###-#### (TTY), 1-800-###-#### (Voice)

Examination Information

Pass the applicable exam on CalCareers to qualify for this classification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California provides equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, gender, disability, and other protected categories. We promote a drug-free workplace, and illegal drug use is incompatible with public service responsibilities.