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LEAD GROUNDSKEEPER I (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
United States, California, Delano
Nov 25, 2024
Job Posting: Lead Groundskeeper I (CF) North Kern State Prison JC-458024 - Lead Groundskeeper I (CF) LEAD GROUNDSKEEPER I (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY) $4,803.00 - $6,299.00 per Month Final Filing Date: 12/11/2024 Job Description and Duties Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Building Trades will work with or is in charge of a small crew of incarcerated persons engaged in planting and maintenance of plant materials and lawn areas, including, but not limited to watering, fertilizing, weeding and pruning, throughout the institution. Uses approved methods and materials in controlling and eradicating common plant diseases and pests. Prepares and treats soil for planting and weed abatement. Does general laboring task related to grounds and garden maintenance work. Document all work performed on work orders and documents preventive maintenance to equipment and irrigation systems. Ensures that safety regulations are followed and ensures materials are used and stored in accordance with the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDA). Limited term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).* CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions North Kern State Prison, Delano, CA Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. LEAD GROUNDSKEEPER I (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-458024 Position #(s): 182-216-0718-001 Working Title: Lead Groundskeeper I (CF) Classification: LEAD GROUNDSKEEPER I (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY) $4,803.00 - $6,299.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Kern County Telework: In Office Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time Department Information Vision We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Mission To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department. CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities. Commitment to California Model CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community. Department Website: www.jobs.ca.gov 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), 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 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. This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. 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: 12/11/2024 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. 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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: North Kern State Prison Postal Attn: Hiring and Recruitment Office P.O. Box 5007 Delano, CA 93216-5007 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: North Kern State Prison Drop-Off Hiring and Recruitment Office 2737 West Cecil Avenue Delano, CA 93216-5007 08:00 AM - 04:00 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: 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required. Other - Special instructions: Each section of the above required STD. 678 must be filled out completely and thoroughly to include dates (To/From) AND hours worked per week. Other - Education: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you are required to include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. If you are NOT using education to meet minimum qualifications, you may bypass this requirement. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.