This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Classification: CHIEF DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR, CORRECTIONAL PROGRAM, CEA

This advertisement is for a Chief Deputy Administrator, Correctional Program, C.E.A. position located in Sacramento County. Please indicate the position number on your application: -600.

The Division of Adult Parole Operations (DAPO) is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and experienced leader to serve as Chief Deputy Administrator (CDA), Community Re-Entry. This critical role provides strategic direction and oversight of innovative reentry initiatives that support successful transitions from custody to community, strengthen public safety, and advance DAPO’s mission of rehabilitation and reintegration. 

Under the administrative direction of the Assistant Deputy Director, the CDA, Community Re-Entry provides managerial  administrative oversight of operations within DAPO re-entry units and community centered programs. May act on behalf of the Assistant Deputy Director as needed.  The CDA is a member of the DAPO Director’s Executive Staff.

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.

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.

To learn more about this exciting leadership opportunity, please contact Guen Saechao at or.

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

Working Conditions

Work location: Sacramento County

Moderate to extensive travel is required.

This position is a peace officer position; therefore, applicants are subject to meeting all the below peace officer requirements.

Work Status Requirement: Pursuant to Government Code 1031(a): In the state of California, individuals seeking employment as public officers or employees declared by law to be peace officers must be legally authorized to work in the United States under Federal Law. 

Felony Disqualification: Pursuant to Government Code Section 1029, persons convicted of a felony are disqualified from employment as peace officers except as provided under Welfare and Institutions Code, Division 2, Chapter 3, Article 8, Section 1179(b), or Division 2.5, Chapter 1, Article 4, Section 1772(b). Except as provided for by these statutes, persons convicted of a felony are ineligible to compete for, or be appointed to, positions in this class.

Firearm Conviction Disqualification: Anyone who is restricted for employment-related purposes from accessing, possessing, carrying, receiving, or having under his/her control a firearm or ammunition under all applicable state or federal laws is ineligible for appointment to any position in this classification.

Age Limitation – minimum age for appointment: 21 years

Background Investigation: Pursuant to Government Code Section 1029.1, persons successful in peace officer examinations shall be required to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to appointment. Persons who have previously undergone a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation background investigation may be required to undergo only a partial background investigation.

Medical Requirement: Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031, persons appointed to a peace officer class shall undergo a medical examination to determine that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job safely and effectively.

Training Requirements: Under provisions of Penal Code Section 832, successful completion of a training course in laws of arrest, search and seizure, firearms, and chemical agents is a requirement for permanent status in this classification.

Qualifications

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), birthday, 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.:

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Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation is Chuck Callahan.