Looking for a California state job? See these recent postings in Sacramento County

Below are some of the California state job openings available in Sacramento County posted in the last week, according to CalCareers, the state jobs and benefits hub.

State jobs are known for offering great benefits and enrollment in the nation’s largest state public pension plan.

Chief deputy administrator, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

Salary range: $11,729-$13,583 per month

Filing date: Nov. 15, 2021

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Formulates high-level policies and procedures for field or headquarters operations.
• Monitors reentry programs.
• Oversees and directs regional or Division of Adult Parole Operations.

Some of the special requirements include:

• Minimum age is 21 years old.
• Background investigation.
• No firearm conviction or felony.
• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• Medical examination.

Special-agent-in-charge, Department of Justice

Salary range: $9,982-$12,451 per month

Final filing date: Nov. 8

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Directly supervises agent and clerical staff.
• Represents the Bureau at meetings with other law enforcement agencies.
• Reviews all requests for investigative services received from the Bureau staff.

Some of the special requirements include:

• Background investigation
• Medical clearance
• Psychological evaluation

Crime Analyst I, Department of Justice

Salary range: $3,635-$5,354 per month

Final filing date: Nov. 16

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Perform technical and analytical duties in the Carry Concealed Weapon Notification Team.
• Determine applicant eligibility to possess firearms under California and Federal statutory law.
• Process Carry Concealed Weapon licenses.

Some of the special requirements include:

• Fingerprint check
• Background check

Lottery ticket sales specialist, California State Lottery

Salary range: $3,227-$4,044 per month

Final filing date: Nov. 11

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Develop Scratchers ticket orders.
• Place orders at designated times and appropriately document each order.
• Review inventory sales reports.
• Work with district sales representatives and district offices.

Some of the special requirements include:

• Background investigation
• Felony disqualification (or any gambling-related offense)

Inspector of automotive equipment, Department of Water Resources

Salary range: $4,982-$6,306 per month

Final filing date: Nov. 12

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Maintains excel spreadsheets to track routine services and smog checks.
• Locates and establish vendors to provide services and repairs.
• Preforms vehicle accident investigations.

Some of the special requirements include:

• Random substance abuse testing.
• Must have a valid California Class C license.
• Must complete all safety training related to the functions of the job.

Correctional supervising cook, California State Prison - Sacramento

Salary range: $3,899-$4,796

Final filing date: Nov. 15

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Prepares, cook and dispense food.
• Serves as a lead cook on a shift.
• Supervises the maintenance of culinary utensils and equipment.

Some of the special requirements include:

• Background investigation
• Tuberculosis testing

Optometrist, California State Prison - Sacramento

Salary range: $181-$240 per day

Final filing date: Nov. 15

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Conducts examinations of the using observation and instruments to determine visual acuity and perception.
• Diagnoses diseases and other abnormalities for the patient.
• Protects and maintains the safety of people and the property.

Some of the special requirements include:

• Background investigation
• Optometrist license

Other job openings in Sacramento County

• Warehouse worker - Department of Motor Vehicles
• Accounting officer (specialist) - Department of Insurance
• Materials specialist - Public Employees Retirement System
• Office technician (typing) - Department of Transportation
• Transportation surveyor (Caltrans) - Department of Transportation

Visit CalCareers for a full list of potential job openings. And double check the position is still open before applying.

This story was originally published November 3, 2021 at 6:00 AM.