$29,000 a month in Sacramento County? These 5 new California state jobs offer big wages
Looking for a California state job in Sacramento County?
State officials are seeking permanent, full-time employees to fill its top-paying positions in the capital region — from finance to legal work.
State jobs are known for offering competitive benefits and enrollment in the nation’s largest state public pension plan. Many of the following jobs have specific requirements, which are linked.
Sift through some of the state’s highest-paid positions in Sacramento County that are eligible for hybrid work, available on the CalCareers website, posted between June 4 and Tuesday.
New California state jobs in Sacramento County
Here are some of the newest California state jobs offering high wages in Sacramento County, according to Calcareers:
Staff psychiatrist | Permanent full-time
- Department: California State Prison - Sacramento in Folsom
- Salary: $23,915 to $29,492 per month
The psychiatrist performs evaluations, prescribes medication and provides therapy to inmates.
The application will remain open until filled.
Principal bridge engineer | Permanent full-time
- Department: California Department of Transportation
- Salary: $14,527 to $16,501 per month
The engineer is in charge of Caltran’s structure construction subdivision.
The role requires establishing policies and budgets while overseeing over 500 employees and consultants.
A hybrid work schedule is available, according to Calcareers.
The application period closes on June 28.
Staff air pollution specialist | Permanent full-time
- Department: California Air Resources Board
- Salary: $10,015 to $12,538 per month
The specialist provides analytical laboratory services for federal and state air pollution enforcement programs.
The role may be eligible for hybrid work with some in-person attendance required, Calcareers stated.
The application period closes on June 16.
Administrative law judge | Permanent full-time
- Department: California Department of Industrial Relations
- Salary: $10,280 to $14,180 per month
The judge oversees appeal hearings for California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health programs, which regulate workplace safety and health state laws.
A hybrid schedule is available, according to Calcareers.
The application period closes on June 20.
A similar role is open at the California Department of General Services.
Program and project supervisor | Permanent full-time
- Department: California Energy Commission
- Salary: $11,957 to $14,967 per month
The supervisor oversees the department’s most complex and sensitive programs.
The role requires the ability to manage staff and work activities.
A hybrid schedule is supported when in combination with in-person attendance and occasional travel requirements, Calcareers stated.
The application period closes on June 25.