California is recruiting – and somestate positions offer a salary of up to $42,000 a month.
Full-time jobs can be found in various departments, ranging from health care services to retirement systems.
State positions provide competitive benefits and access to the country’s biggest public pension plan. Some include flexible schedules with the possibility ofworking remotely from home.
Several roles have particular requirements, listed below.
Here’s a look at some of the most lucrative state positionslisted on the CalCareers website as of Thursday, September 18:
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Program head | Permanent, full-time
- Department: Public Employees Retirement System
- Location: Sacramento County
- Salary: $25,750 to $42,916 each month
- Application due date:Until the role is occupied.
The program director oversees groups responsible for developing investment strategies.
Responsibilities involve managing risk, directing economic research, and evaluating overall fund risk.
This role offers a flexible work arrangement, CalCareers noted.
Deputy medical executive’s assistant receiver| Short-term, full-time position
- Department: Correctional Health Care Services
- Location: Sacramento County
- Salary: $33,740 to $42,090 monthly
- Application due date:Until the role is occupied.
The assistant deputy medical executive for the receiver ensures that healthcare services within correctional facilities are secure, of high standard, and continually enhanced.
Responsibilities involve overseeing physicians and other certified healthcare professionals in quality and safety initiatives, along with providing them with direction, assistance, and education.
A flexible work arrangement is offered for this role, as stated by CalCareers.
Chief psychiatrist | Permanent, full time
- Department: Correctional Health Care Services
- Location: Kern County
- Salary: $33,417 to $34,252 each month
- Application due date: Tuesday, Sept. 30
The head psychiatrist is based in California prisons or the main office, responsible for managing mental health services for prisoners.
Responsibilities may include identifying and addressing mental health conditions, developing treatment plans, and overseeing personnel who assist in delivering care.
Staff psychiatrist | Permanent, full time
- Department: Correctional Health Care Services
- Location: Kings County
- Salary: $30,259 to $31,136 each month
- Application due date:Until the role is occupied.
The hospital’s psychiatric staff collaborates with a team consisting of physicians, mental health professionals, and counselors.
Responsibilities involve assessing the psychological state of prisoners, developing care strategies, recommending drugs, and offering counseling sessions.
Senior portfolio manager | Permanent, full time
- Department: State Teachers’ Retirement System
- Location: Yolo County
- Salary: $18,334 to $28,334 each month
- Application due date:Until the role is occupied.
The senior portfolio manager is responsible for supervising a significant portion of the overall fund management department.
They help in handling investment risks, enforce compliance with policies, and oversee employees.
A flexible work arrangement is offered for this role, as stated by CalCareers.
Trade agreements manager | Permanent, full time
- Department: Public Employees Retirement System
- Location: Sacramento County
- Salary: $15,250 to $25,416 each month
- Application due date:Until the role is occupied.
The individual responsible for trade agreements will manage contracts and partnerships with external trading entities and investment professionals.
Responsibilities for this position involve preparing and discussing contracts; maintaining adherence to international regulations; and updating agreements as laws evolve.
This role offers a flexible work arrangement, CalCareers noted.
Chief of rail operations | Limited, full time
- Department: High Speed Rail Authority
- Location: Sacramento County
- Salary: $24,541 to $27,819 monthly
- Application due date:Until the role is occupied.
The head of rail operations is responsible for ensuring the state’s high-speed rail network operates efficiently.
Responsibilities involve overseeing the railway operations team, developing and implementing policies, and providing guidance to leaders regarding railway matters.
Certain remote work opportunities might be available for California residents, based on the requirements of the position, as stated by CalCareers.
State epidemiologist | Limited, full time
- Department: Public Health
- Location: Multiple
- Salary: $20,834 per month
- Application due date: Oct. 15
The state epidemiologist oversees the monitoring and management of diseases and other public health risks throughout California.
The state epidemiologist examines health data to identify patterns, look into disease outbreaks, and support actions that safeguard community well-being.
This role offers the option to work remotely, as stated by CalCareers.
Assistant chief counsel | Permanent, full time
- Department: Social Services
- Location: Sacramento County
- Salary: $14,513 to $17,742 monthly
- Application due date:Until the role is occupied.
The chief legal advisor oversees a group of lawyers, provides legal guidance, and serves as the department’s representative.
Additional responsibilities involve assisting in the creation of policies and aiding in the growth of employees.
A flexible work arrangement is offered for this role, as stated by CalCareers.
Regional programs director | Permanent, full time
- Department: Transportation
- Location: San Diego County
- Salary: $13,892 to $15,782 each month
- Application due date: Wednesday, Oct. 1
The director of regional programs assists in overseeing significant transportation initiatives, such as highway renovations, public transit enhancements, and plans for regional corridors.
The filmmaker also contributes to developing transportation policies and supervises initiatives that the organization manages.
“This role could qualify for remote work,” CalCareers stated.
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