Sexually Violent Predator Evaluator - Telework

Job Description and Duties

***This is a re-posting for vacancy (JC-506195), with a final filing date of 4/8/2026. If you've already applied to this recruitment you do not need to apply again. ***

Under the direction of the Chief Psychologist and the general administrative direction of the Deputy Director, the SVPE is required to conduct forensic evaluations, provide expert testimony, and provide consultation services in support of the DSH, SOCP. Incumbent will be required to attend mandatory trainings and meetings as directed by the Chief Psychologist. Frequent statewide travel from the incumbent’s home office is required, often with short notice. Timely report submission is required and self-directed time-management is an essential function of the position.

The incumbent:

• Will independently interview and evaluate inmates (pursuant to WIC section 6600 and related subsections) referred as potential Sexually Violent Predators by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation through the use of a standardized assessment protocol established by the DSH to determine if the individual meets the statutory criteria.
• Must possess specialized knowledge in the field of forensic evaluations, evaluation of sex offenders, an understanding of relevant research literature, and sex offender specific risk assessment.
• Will prepare and testify in court proceedings as required by the courts.
• Will be required to attend or provide expert training and program consultation to assist other evaluators on relevant clinical and forensic topics including, but not limited to, offender assessment, diagnosis, risk assessment, and expert testimony.

May be assigned:

• Additional forensic evaluations, job related trainings, and consultation duties, and/or to quality assurance initiatives.
• To participate in specialized quality improvement initiatives including quality assurance team, clinical consultation teleconferences, peer review, quality improvement-related research, clinical projects, development of evaluation standards and templates, participation in stakeholder’s meetings, and liaison to outside agencies and hospitals.

Minimum Qualifications:
License: Possession of a valid license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology and possession of an earned Doctorate Degree in Psychology or equivalent field from an educational institution meeting the criteria of Section 2914 of the Medical Board of California's Business and Professions Code. (Individuals possessing a valid license as a psychologist outside the State of California and who are eligible for licensure may take the examination; however, evidence of licensure is required prior to appointment in this class.) and

Experience: Five years of full-time postdoctoral, post-internship experience as a licensed psychologist in the practice of psychological evaluation and risk assessment and diagnosis of the sexually violent predators or equivalent class of sex offenders. and

Forty (40) hours of expert witness testimony in high risk sex offender cases or sexually violent predator cases. (Training administered by the Department of Mental Health on expert witness testimony may be used to satisfy up to 10 hours of the required 40 hours as specified).

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Working Conditions

• The majority of the essential functions of this position may be performed via telework and/or flexible scheduling in accordance with DSH PD 5338. Although the ability may be granted, incumbent must be available to report to in-person when it is determined necessary by management.

• Statewide travel may be required, occasionally with short notice.

• This position is NOT eligible for Safety Retirement.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

***While US mail applications are still accepted, applying electronically through your CalCareers account is strongly encouraged.***

NOTE: If applying by mail, please do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 10) with your completed State Application (STD 678). This page is for examination use only.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon job offer candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Failure to complete the STD 678 in its entirety may result in disqualification, resumes and/or Statements of Qualifications do not take the place of the STD 678. You must clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (i.e., list, transfer, SROA/Surplus, reinstatement, etc.), classification title, position number, and job control number in the Examination/Job Title section.

*** Foreign Degrees or Transcripts – Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. DSH accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the services listed on these webpages:

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Benefits

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

Benefits include: Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, 11 Paid State Holidays, one (1), eight (8) hours, Paid Personal Holiday and two (2), (16) hours, Paid Professional Development Days (PDD) per fiscal year; excellent Health, Vision and Dental insurance plans; Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; Alternate Workweek Schedules and Flextime; and, enrollment in the CalPERS retirement system.

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 required and must be included.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts
• Other - Proof of forty (40) hours of expert witness testimony in high risk sex offender cases or sexually violent predator cases. (Training administered by the Department of Mental Health on expert witness testimony may be used to satisfy up to 10 hours of the required 40 hours as specified).