
Correctional Officer Applications Temporarily CLOSED
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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
EARN UP TO $113,000 / YEAR
with available incentives
When you become a peace officer with CDCR, you join a family of dedicated, hardworking men and women who ensure public safety in California.
Correctional Officers are part of a diverse professional family, with a commitment 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. Correctional Officers are an entry level peace officer position.

PAY & BENEFITS
CDCR offers exceptional benefits for Correctional Officers.
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