Chevi Amrein began her California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) career in 2003 as a Correctional Officer at High Desert State Prison (HDSP).  She was promoted through the ranks as a Correctional Sergeant, Correctional Counselor I, Correctional Counselor II Specialist (Litigation Coordinator) at HDSP.  In 2016 she promoted to Correctional Counselor II Supervisor, Correctional Captain and Associate Warden at California Correctional Center.   Since December of 2022, Chevi is currently serving as the American’s with Disabilities Coordinator/Associate Warden at HDSP.  Chevi has served as the joint honor guard commander for CCC and HDSP since 2007.  Chevi was awarded the Unit Citation in 2019 at the CDCR Medal of Valor ceremonies for demonstrating the best of humanity, compassion and empathy by assisting our brothers and sisters in Butte County during the tragic Camp Fire.  Chevi was also recognized by the Office of Victims and Survivor rights for exemplary work promoting victim’s rights. 

Chevi has been an active member of CPOF since attending the California Basic Correctional Peace Officer Academy in 2003.