Deputy Inspector General

Position: DEPUTY INSPECTOR GENERAL
Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of a Deputy Inspector General, Senior, the Deputy Inspector General will conduct reviews of closed California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) use-of-force investigations; assist in conducting vettings of CDCR warden candidates; and, as assigned, conduct special reviews of CDCR's policies, practices, and procedures. The Deputy Inspector General will travel, as required, to CDCR prisons and facilities and to Office of the Inspector General (OIG) regional offices and headquarters in Sacramento, California.

Travel may require occasional overnight stays.

The OIG is dedicated to being an agency that promotes a positive work environment where employees feel valued, is family friendly, allows for true work-life balance, and ensures opportunities for employee growth. Telework eligibility is pursuant to Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California.

This position is eligible for teleworking under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, but some inoffice work may be required. Proof of California residency will be required prior to start date, if teleworking.

The designated Headquarters (HQ) for this position is in Kern County, and the selected candidate will be required to commute to their HQ office location as needed to meet operational needs. All commute expenses to the HQ location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

* DEPUTY INSPECTOR GENERAL

Additional Documents

* Job Application Package Checklist

* Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-501575

Position #(s):

-431

Working Title:

Deputy Inspector General

Classification:

DEPUTY INSPECTOR GENERAL

$7,142.00 - $9,183.00 A

$8,830.00 - $11,297.00 B

$9,873.00 - $12,400.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Kern County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The Office of the Inspector General safeguards the integrity of the State's correctional system by providing oversight and transparency through monitoring, reporting, and recommending improvements to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

The Office of the Inspector General is excluded from bargaining unit contracts.

Department Website:

Special Requirements

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

Proof of California residency will be required prior to appointment, if teleworking.

* E-mail will be the primary method of communication for the recruitment and interview process. Please ensure that the e-mail address listed on your application is current and/or accurate.

PLEASE NOTE:

Electronic application submission through Cal Careers is highly encouraged.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed includes, but is not limited to, the Equal Employment Opportunity page, your Social Security Number, birth date, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.

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Application Instructions

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: 1/7/2026

Who 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…