Field Training Sergeant

Job Description and Duties

This advertisement is for a Correctional Sergeant, Field Training Sergeant (FTS) position located at Folsom State Prison, Sacramento County. Please indicate this position number on your application: 048-115-9659-001.

Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3% reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.

Duty Statement attached for your review.

Please Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application.

A Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) is required. Please refer to the “Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions” section below for specific document instructions. All application packages must include the required SQ, as instructed, to be considered for an interview. Application packages without the required SQ, as instructed, will be automatically screened out.

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

The FTS may be required to perform work in multiple locations based on institutional needs. Travel will be required.

The FTS positions shall be considered “management” positions as a part of the institutional Seniority Assignments and count toward the 60/40 split.

The FTS is a field representative POSED employee that is allocated to an institution. Unlike management positions, the POSED FTS cannot be job changed by similar practices of typical “management” positions. Incumbents are required to interview and be appointed to this position.

The FTS positions shall be allowed to work voluntary overtime consistent with existing practices.

The FTS shall be subject to involuntary overtime consistent with existing practices.

The FTS shall adhere to local time off/call out procedures consistent with existing practices.

The FTS shall not be re-directed to fill institutional vacancies.

The FTS shall be an appointment to POSED; work locations will be at the respective institutions that they are allocated to.

Individuals who are eligible for Training and Development may be considered for this position.

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

ALL HIRES ARE SUBJECT TO HIRING FREEZE AND/OR BUDGET APPROVAL.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The Advanced Learning Institute (ALI), within POSED, is tasked with supporting the Job Shadowing Program and ongoing management, in collaboration with Commission on Correctional Peace Officer Standards & Training and Division of Adult Institutions. The FTS positions are located at institutions and is a satellite POSED position, which assists the Basic Correctional Officer Academy and ALI to transition recently hired Academy Peace Officers to their respective institutions.

About this location -- Folsom State Prison is located approximately 30 miles east of downtown Sacramento and just minutes from old town Folsom.

The grounds of the prison are surrounded by beautiful landscapes and friendly wild animals (deer, squirrels, turkeys, geese, etc.)

**Free Parking**

Travel is required to the institution.

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 .

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.

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

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:

• Knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, as well as current issues faced by the Division of Adult Institutions and the Department as a whole
• Knowledge and experience of critical job posts and incarcerated persons programming, local policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of the Correctional Peace Officer Apprenticeship Program (CPOAP) and the Basic Correctional Officer Academy (BCOA)
• Supervisory/administrative experience
• Experience in and knowledge of the development, implementation, and coordination of training, as well as the ability to deliver effective training
• Demonstrate ability to communicate both orally and in writing, with departmental staff at various levels
• Good organizational skills including the ability to coordinate, monitor, track, and adjust schedules, maintain training files, and document feedback and observations
• Ability to analyze situations and take effective action using initiative, resourcefulness, and good judgment
• Shall 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, , and the CalPERS website, .

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’

Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at .

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service

Employee Benefits Summary website at

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE INSTRUCTIONS

The required Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) will document your ability to follow instructions and your ability to present written information clearly and concisely as well as your knowledge/experience regarding the requested information.

DOCUMENT FORMATTING INSTRUCTIONS :

• No longer than one (1) typewritten page
• Your name in top left corner
• Arial 12 point font.

CONTENT REQUESTED : Please respond to the following prompts.

1. Please describe your knowledge, skills, and experience as they relate to planning, coordinating, and evaluating training for newly assigned or existing staff. In your response, include your experience ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures, maintaining consistency in training delivery, monitoring trainee performance, and addressing identified deficiencies.

***Resumes, cover letters or other documents will not be accepted as response for the required Supplemental Questionnaire.

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 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.
• Other -

  A Supplemental Questionnaire is required and must be submitted with your Examination / Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Supplemental Questionnaire 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 Supplemental Questionnaire. Please refer to the “Supplemental Questionnaire” section below for specific requirements.

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