CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
Lead Groundskeeper I (CF)
CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Lead Groundskeeper I (CF)
Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation – San Quentin State Prison, Marin County, California.
Position Details
Job Code: JC-503256
Position #: 095-216-0718-001
Classification: Lead Groundskeeper I (Correctional Facility)
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Marin County
Telework: In Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: $4,947.00 – $6,488.00 per month
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and lead landscaping and grounds maintenance at San Quentin State Prison.
Develop layouts, designs, and supervise inmate crews for planting, cultivating, and maintaining flower beds, lawns, shrubs, and trees.
Propagate flowers and ornamental plants; design beds and borders; schedule pruning and grafting.
Ensure greenhouses, nurseries, and grounds are free from pests; properly store, date, label, procure, and dispose of pesticides and herbicides.
Prepare schedules, requisitions, and necessary equipment for work orders; read schematics, plans, and blueprints.
Provide guidance to inmate work crews; maintain simple work records; contact outside vendors for quotes.
Attend trainings, meetings, and seminars as required; perform other duties as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Eligibility for Training and Development assignment or similar qualifications.
Relevant experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, and supervisory roles in a correctional facility or similar setting.
Physical ability to perform outdoor work, including lifting and manual labor.
Experience with pesticide handling and safety procedures.
Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Desirable Qualifications
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Proficiency in environmental stewardship practices.
Strong communication skills with inmate crews.
Working Conditions San Quentin Rehabilitation Center is located on 432 acres overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The grounds include four large cell blocks, a maximum security block, a health‑care service building, and a minimum‑security firehouse. Work is performed outdoors in a correctional environment, requiring adaptability to security protocols and environmental conditions.
Special Requirements Applicants must submit biographical, educational, and background verification prior to interview. A background investigation utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting and tuberculosis testing will be required before appointment. Foreign education credentials must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency. Documentation is preferred in PDF format. The CDCR uses E‑Verify for identity and employment authorization.
Examination Information Applicants must pass the Lead Groundskeeper I (CF) examination. For details, review the Lead Groundskeeper I Exam Bulletin.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer for all individuals regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and other protected categories. The state is committed to a drug‑free workplace.
Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Yolanda Manzo, (415) 454‑1460 ext. 5535, Yolanda.Manzo@cdcr.ca.gov
EEO Office: (415) 454‑1460; California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY)
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Position Details
Job Code: JC-503256
Position #: 095-216-0718-001
Classification: Lead Groundskeeper I (Correctional Facility)
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Marin County
Telework: In Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: $4,947.00 – $6,488.00 per month
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and lead landscaping and grounds maintenance at San Quentin State Prison.
Develop layouts, designs, and supervise inmate crews for planting, cultivating, and maintaining flower beds, lawns, shrubs, and trees.
Propagate flowers and ornamental plants; design beds and borders; schedule pruning and grafting.
Ensure greenhouses, nurseries, and grounds are free from pests; properly store, date, label, procure, and dispose of pesticides and herbicides.
Prepare schedules, requisitions, and necessary equipment for work orders; read schematics, plans, and blueprints.
Provide guidance to inmate work crews; maintain simple work records; contact outside vendors for quotes.
Attend trainings, meetings, and seminars as required; perform other duties as needed.
Minimum Requirements
Eligibility for Training and Development assignment or similar qualifications.
Relevant experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, and supervisory roles in a correctional facility or similar setting.
Physical ability to perform outdoor work, including lifting and manual labor.
Experience with pesticide handling and safety procedures.
Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Desirable Qualifications
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Proficiency in environmental stewardship practices.
Strong communication skills with inmate crews.
Working Conditions San Quentin Rehabilitation Center is located on 432 acres overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The grounds include four large cell blocks, a maximum security block, a health‑care service building, and a minimum‑security firehouse. Work is performed outdoors in a correctional environment, requiring adaptability to security protocols and environmental conditions.
Special Requirements Applicants must submit biographical, educational, and background verification prior to interview. A background investigation utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting and tuberculosis testing will be required before appointment. Foreign education credentials must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency. Documentation is preferred in PDF format. The CDCR uses E‑Verify for identity and employment authorization.
Examination Information Applicants must pass the Lead Groundskeeper I (CF) examination. For details, review the Lead Groundskeeper I Exam Bulletin.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer for all individuals regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and other protected categories. The state is committed to a drug‑free workplace.
Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Yolanda Manzo, (415) 454‑1460 ext. 5535, Yolanda.Manzo@cdcr.ca.gov
EEO Office: (415) 454‑1460; California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY)
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