$20,000 a month in Sacramento County? CA is hiring for these high-paying state jobs
Looking for a career change in Sacramento County?
That state of California is seeking applicants for full-time positions in fields including transportation, information technology and water resources.
State jobs are known for offering competitive benefits and enrollment in the nation’s largest pension plan.
Each job has different requirements, which are listed. Although some positions require employees to work in the office, others offer remote work and hybrid schedules.
According to CalCareers, there were more than 3,000 available positions in the state of California, including about 900 job openings in Sacramento County as of Wednesday, June 4..
These were some of the latest jobs in Sacramento County posted on the CalCareers site as of Wednesday:
Available California state jobs in Sacramento County
Assistant chief counsel | Permanent, full-time
Department: Transportation
Salary: $14,090 to $17,225 per month
Under the general direction of the inspector general, the assistant chief counsel is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the legal unit.
Those duties include supervising and supporting a team of attorneys, as well as managing their workload, interacting with and advising clients and representing the inspector general and Caltrans’ Independent Office of Audits and Investigations in various settings.
The assistant chief counsel researches, analyzes, interprets and applies laws, court decisions, regulations and other authorities to identify and assess legal risk management, and to provide legal advice, opinions, and briefs.
The application period ends on Tuesday, June 17.
Division director | Permanent, full-time
Department: Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention
Salary: $10,048 to $20,748 per month
The division director develops and evaluates policies to ensure compliance with legislative mandates, including but not limited to Food and Agricultural Code Section 5915, and mitigates environmental impacts on California’s citrus industry.
The division director also develops and implemenst a systems approach to protect citrus crops, including exclusion, detection and proactive response strategies to address potential pest infestations and execute control measures.
The application period ends on Tuesday, June 17.
Deputy director of fuel supply analysis | Permanent, full-time
Department: Energy Commission
Salary: $10,048 to $20,748 per month
The deputy director of fuel supply analysis is responsible for assisting the director in all aspects of the division’s deliverables, including principal policy-making authority over fuels supply analysis, transition and other administrative responsibilities.
In this capacity, the deputy director functions in the place of and as an extension of the director.
The deputy director supports all aspects of the division’s roles and responsibilities, including working with and directing division staff and engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
Duties include managing and interacting with division branch managers, supervisors and staff regarding the division’s analysis and providing oversight and management of the division’s deliverables, policies and administrative and budget functions.
The application period ends on Wednesday, June 25.
Engineering geologist| Permanent, full-time
Department: State Water Resources Control Board
Salary: $6,299 to $11,859 per month
Under the close supervision of a senior water resource control engineer, the engineering geologist conducts investigations to assess compliance with the California Water Code — and determines when and to what extent enforcement action is necessary to achieve compliance.
Duties include analyzing water availability and use; reviewing historical records and interpreting data.
Field inspections involve observing and documenting water diversions, inspecting infrastructure, collecting GPS data, taking photographs and interviewing water users and/or site operators.
The application period ends on Tuesday, June 17.
Manager of Linux servers team | Permanent, full-time
Department: Public Employees Retirement System
Salary: $9,114 to $12,213 per month
The manager leads and manages the Linux servers and VMWare teams, ensuring optimal system performance and alignment with organizational goals.
The manager supervises, mentors and develops staff while managing workloads and performance evaluations.
The manager also analyzes business needs, develops technical solutions and align information technology strategies with organizational objectives.
Other duties include overseeing administrative tasks, including reporting, procurements and participation in special projects.
The application period ends on Wednesday, June 18.
Clinical psychologist | Permanent, full-time
Department: Corrections and Rehabilitation
Salary: $6,314 to $13,531 per month
Under the general direction of the senior psychologist, the clinical psychologist administers violence risk assessments in support of the Board of Parole Hearings’ consideration of incarcerated people’s parole suitability.
Individual workload management and adherence to deadlines is crucial.
The application period ends on Tuesday, June 17.
IT budget and procurement supervisor | Permanent, full-time
Department: Office of Legislative Counsel
Salary: $8,256 to $11,063 per month
Under the general direction of the information technology manager, the information technology supervisor plans, organizes and directs the activities of the Information Technology Contracts and Procurement Unit.
This involves a structured set of business practices that integrate financial oversight, contract management and vendor coordination to support both operational needs and strategic policy objectives.
The application period ends on Tuesday, June 17.
Parole agent | Permanent, full-time
Department: Corrections and Rehabilitation
Salary: $7,066 to $10,777 per month
The parole agent supervises parolees and releasees, working with their friends and relatives as well as community service agencies and law enforcement agencies.
The parole agent arranges for services for parolees who have identified needs in such areas as employment, housing, medical care, counseling, education and social activities.
In addition, the parole agent may participate in the screening of cases for placement in a community correctional facility, or conduct investigations when parole violation or criminal behavior is alleged. The latter task includes interviewing, surveillance, and search and seizure.
Other duties include apprehending and arresting parolees who are suspected of involvement in criminal activities or violation of parole, and testifying in administrative hearings and judicial proceedings.
The application period ends on Wednesday, June 18.
Public utilities regulatory analyst | Permanent, full-time
Department: Public Utilities Commission
Salary: $9,350 to $11,703 per month
Under the general direction of the program and project supervisor within the Communications Division’s Carrier Oversight and Programs Branch, the analyst fulfills the role of lead program analyst with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities associated with this position encompass conducting policy analysis, drafting resolutions, performing technical research, analyzing data and providing advisory support for the California Public Utilities Commission’s initiatives pertaining to telecommunications service quality, Public Safety Power Shutoff events and Resiliency Strategies.
The application period ends on Tuesday, June 24
Research data specialist III | Permanent, full-time
Department: Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
Salary: $8,148 to $10,199 per month
Under the general direction of the deputy chief of administration, the research data specialist develops and utilizes research methodology and techniques in areas where precedents are lacking or there’s a sparse body of knowledge or experience in the California Firefighter Cancer Prevention and Research Program.
The research data specialist works independently and performs the more responsible, varied complex technical and analytical staff services functions related to the program at the full journey level.
The application period ends on Tuesday, June 17.
