***This position is located inside California Men's Colony, San Luis Obispo***
Current State employees who do not meet the minimum qualifications for this classification may apply for this vacancy as a Training and Development assignment.
Start your CAREER and be a part of a team that reduces recidivism, increases prison safety, and enhances public safety by providing incarcerated individuals with productive work and training opportunities.
When joining state service in a full-time position, in the first 12 months you will earn a MINIMUM of 156 PAID leave hours; have 11 paid/observed holidays ; be eligible for health , dental and vision benefits for you AND your family and earn CalPERS retirement !
CALPIA Fabric program is designed to meet California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) institutional needs statewide. You will train and mentor incarcerated individuals who will gain knowledge and skills needed to meet the highest possible standards for Fabric and increase one’s chances for employment opportunities upon release.
You are encouraged to apply for this vacancy prior to taking the exam by clicking the APPLY NOW button above . You may indicate you have eligibility, when selecting ‘basis of eligibly’ choose ‘other’ and indicate in text box, “Application submitted for exam”. You MUST also save and submit a copy of your application template (STD.678) to Exams@calpia.ca.gov . For more information about the exam click the link below:
Zoom Link Meeting ID : 878 6442 6512 Passcode : CALPIA
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Upon a conditional job offer, the selected candidate will be required to clear live scan, a tuberculous (TB) test, and physical (if applicable).
This position is subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing pursuant to 2 CCR § 599.960.
Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be complete with hours worked, dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview. Please indicate the classification, Job Control Number (JC) and position number in the 'EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING' section of your application, failure to provide this information may result in elimination from the hiring process. Resumes are welcome but do not take place of the STD 678. Incomplete applications received may not be considered.
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Employees new to CALPIA will be required to attend New Employee Orientation (NEO) prior to starting work within an institution or Central Office. NEO is 4.5 days (36 hours) and will be conducted at the Green Valley Training Center in Folsom, CA. New employees traveling 50 miles or more from their home address or headquarters location to attend NEO will receive a travel advance sufficient for meals, incidentals, and travel accommodations for the duration of NEO. Any questions or concerns regarding NEO training can be addressed during the interview process.
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 6/19/2025Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Prison Industry Authority
Primary Cert Contact
Attn: Human Resources
560 E Natoma Street
Folsom , CA 95630
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Prison Industry Authority
Primary Cert Contact
Human Resources
560 E Natoma Street
Folsom , CA 95630
Drop off location is non-operational on weekends and holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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:
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 358-2696
Careers@calpia.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
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