JC-534603 Office of Correctional Safety, Fugitive Apprehension Team

$10,757 - $13,480 monthly

Job Description

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

Classification: SENIOR SPECIAL AGENT

The Office of Correctional Safety (OCS) supports the mission of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The OCS mission is to protect the public and serve the CDCR investigative and security interests.The OCS is the primary departmental link with allied law enforcement agencies and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CalOES).
The Office of Correctional Safety is comprised of the following sub-units:

  • Special Service Unit (SSU)

  • Fugitive Apprehension Teams (FAT)

  • Emergency Operations Unit (EOU)

  • Emergency Planning and Management Unit (EPMU)

  • Specialized Technology and Investigations Unit (STIU)

  • Criminal Intelligence Analysis Unit (CIAU)

  • Investigative Training Unit (ITU)


Under the direction of the Special Agent-In-Charge (SAC), OCS, the Senior Special Agent, Fugitive Apprehension Team (FAT), is responsible for the management and supervision of the activities of an OCS field office.  The incumbent provides supervision and training to staff, coordinating and monitoring their conduct of investigations, arrests, and warrant service involving CDCR incarcerated individuals, escapees, supervised persons, parolees at large (PALs), and employees.  The incumbent performs a variety of duties associated with the investigation, location, and apprehension of PALs, escapees, and other fugitives; personally conducts the most difficult and complex investigations; and is responsible for establishing and maintaining liaison with other law enforcement agencies.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 throughput 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 DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.
For HRTS communication, please reference Job Requisition (JR) 4547.

CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address in their job application.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.
This advertisement is for a Senior Special Agent position located within Los Angeles County.

Please indicate -007 on your job application.

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

Working Conditions

The Los Angeles FAT office is located in a secured access building in the city of West Covina within Los Angeles County. 

Some travel may be required. 

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
  • The position(s) require(s) Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.
  • Per Department Operations Manual §32010.19.6, specialized units such as OCS may establish a quarterly proficiency course of fire and techniques that meet their specific needs
  • OCS has established a specialized course of fire and applicable staff assigned to OCS are required to pass this quarterly course of fire with primary and other assigned firearms in order to maintain their assignment to OCS. 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 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 .:

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

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.

Qualifications

See job description

State

California

Immediate Fill

No

Job Reference

JC-534603