Inmate Industries Engraving Program Supervisor

Inmate Industries Engraving Program Supervisor

Salary

$78,657.89 - $95,609.16 Annually

Location

Contra Costa County, CA

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

64HG-2026A

Department

Sheriff

Opening Date

05/15/2026

Closing Date

5/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

ZA

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Supervisory Management

Why join the Contra Costa's Office of The Sheriff?

The Office of the Sheriff is seeking one (1) Inmate Industries Engraving Program Supervisor to join the team at the West County Detention Facility.

This unique, non-sworn position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the Sheriff-Coroner's Office at the West County Detention Facility. Reporting to the Sheriff's Director of Support Services, the selected candidate will lead and oversee daily vocational training programs for inmates, helping participants build valuable skills and prepare for future success.

The role coordinates hands-on training in areas such as digital design, text and graphic production, sublimation, vinyl application, and computer-based plotting. It also oversees engraving projects using laser and rotary equipment while ensuring safe and efficient shop operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys teaching technical skills, leading a program, and contributing to rehabilitation and reentry efforts in our community.

We are looking for someone who can:

• Demonstrate proficiency in design and production software
• Instruct and support individuals in custody
• Be highly self-motivated with strong time- and workload-management skills

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Developing design files for engraving a variety of products such as plaques, pens awards, etc.
• Providing instruction to individuals in custody on design tools and engraving material
• Maintaining clear communication with customers regarding orders and project requirements
• Completing invoices and billing for all orders received

A few reasons you might love this job:

• Enjoy the independence to manage your own work and creative process
• Use your design skills to create and develop original artwork and engraved products
• Build and shape an original training program for individuals in custody

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Navigating occasional equipment malfunctions or technical issues
• Working within the restrictions and security requirements of a detention facility
• Adapting to a high turnover rate among program participants

Competencies Required:

• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Mechanical Insight: Comprehending how mechanical, electrical, and structural systems operate and interact
• Design Sense: Creating work products that are functional, intuitive and aesthetically pleasing
• Manual Dexterity: Using senses, hands, and fingers in manipulating objects quickly and efficiently
• Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
• Leveraging Technology: Applying technology for improvements in organizational efficiency and effectiveness

To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Candidates must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment a valid California Motor Vehicle Operators License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operators License will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four (4) years of full-time (or the equivalent of full-time) experience working with design software or engraving materials, responsibility for budget management, production processes, quality control, and utilization of computerized graphic software. One year of which must have included supervisory responsibilities.

Background: Ability to pass a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph, conducted by the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Ability to supervise, train, and guide the daily work of individuals in custody
• Skilled in operating equipment such as printers, thermal printers, and vinyl plotters
• Capable of developing new ideas, services, or program improvements
• Experienced in planning, designing, and coordinating projects from concept through completion

Selection Process

• Application Filing: All applicants must apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.
• Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
• Training and Experience Evaluation: Consists of an evaluation of each candidates relevant education, training, and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment specific questions, please contact Christine Bissada at Christine.Bissada@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs' applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

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The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the position and to assist Human Resources staff in assessing each applicants qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see attached application" or "see resume."

• I understand

02

Have you successfully completed at least 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

03

How many years of full-time experience do you have working with design software or engraving materials?

• 4 or more years of experience as described
• 3 or more, but less than 4, years of experience as described
• 2 or more, but less than 3, years of experience as described
• 1 or more, but less than 2, years of experience as described
• Less than 1 year of experience as described
• I do not possess any experience as described

04

If you indicated you have experience working with design software or engraving materials, please provide the names of the companies where this work was performed and your dates of employment. (Type "N/A" if this does not apply to you) (Note: See Resume will not be considered)

05

How many years of full-time experience do you have managing budgets?

• 4 or more years of experience as described
• 3 or more, but less than 4, years of experience as described
• 2 or more, but less than 3, years of experience as described
• 1 or more, but less than 2, years of experience as described
• Less than 1 year of experience as described
• I do not possess any experience as described

06

If you indicated you have experience managing budgets, please provide the names of the companies where this work was performed and your dates of employment. (Type "N/A" if this does not apply to you) (Note: See Resume will not be considered)

07

How many years of full-time experience do you have working with production processes and quality control?

• 4 or more years of experience as described
• 3 or more, but less than 4, years of experience as described
• 2 or more, but less than 3, years of experience as described
• 1 or more, but less than 2, years of experience as described
• Less than 1 year of experience as described
• I do not possess any experience as described

08

If you indicated you have experience working with production processes and quality control, please provide the names of the companies where this work was performed and your dates of employment. (Type "N/A" if this does not apply to you) (Note: See Resume will not be considered)

09

How many years of full-time experience do you have using computerized graphic software?

• 4 or more years of experience as described
• 3 or more, but less than 4, years of experience as described
• 2 or more, but less than 3, years of experience as described
• 1 or more, but less than 2, years of experience as described
• Less than 1 year of experience as described
• I do not possess any experience as described

10

If you indicated you have experience using computerized graphic software, please provide the names of the companies where this work was performed and your dates of employment. (Type "N/A" if this does not apply to you) (Note: See Resume will not be considered)

11

How many years of experience do you have working with design software or engraving materials, with responsibilities involving budget management, production processes, quality control, and the utilization of computerized graphic software that included supervisory responsibilities ?

• 4 or more years of experience as described
• 3 or more, but less than 4, years of experience as described
• 2 or more, but less than 3, years of experience as described
• 1 or more, but less than 2, years of experience as described
• Less than 1 year of experience as described
• I do not possess any experience as described

12

If you indicated you have experience working with design software or engraving materials, with responsibilities involving budget management, production processes, quality control, and the utilization of computerized graphic software that included supervisory responsibilities , please provide the names of the companies where this work was performed and your dates of employment. (Type "N/A" if this does not apply to you) (Note: See Resume will not be considered)

13

How many years of experience do you have with CoralDraw?

• None
• Less than two (2) years of full-time experience
• Two (2) years or more, but less than four (4) years of full-time experience
• Four (4) years or more, but less than six (6) years of full-time experience
• Six (6) years or more of full-time experience

14

How many years of experience do you have with Adobe Photoshop?

• None
• Less than two (2) years of full-time experience
• Two (2) years or more, but less than four (4) years of full-time experience
• Four (4) years or more, but less than six (6) years of full-time experience
• Six (6) years or more of full-time experience

15

How many years of experience do you have with a laser engraving machine?

• None
• Less than two (2) years of full-time experience
• Two (2) years or more, but less than four (4) years of full-time experience
• Four (4) years or more, but less than six (6) years of full-time experience
• Six (6) years or more of full-time experience

16

How many years of experience do you have maintaining or repairing laser engraving machines?

• None
• Less than two (2) years of full-time experience
• Two (2) years or more, but less than four (4) years of full-time experience
• Four (4) years or more, but less than six (6) years of full-time experience
• Six (6) years or more of full-time experience

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If hired, you must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph, conducted by the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff and shall not be convicted of a felony or of any offense that would be a felony if committed in the state of California.

• Yes, I understand

18

By checking this box, I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process, or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.

• I agree

Required Question

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