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    $30,000 a month in Sacramento County? These 5 new California state jobs offer big wages

    By Brianna Taylor,

    7 days ago

    Looking for work in Sacramento County?

    California state officials are hiring full-time employees to fill top-paying positions in the capital region — from dentistry 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 in-person and telework, available on the CalCareers website , posted between July 8 and Monday.

    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 | L imited term, full-time

    • Department: California Correctional Health Care (Sacramento County)
    • Salary : $23,915 to $29,492 per month

    The psychiatrist provides evaluations, diagnoses and treatment to patients.

    This position is limited to a 12-month-term but could be extended an additional year or become permanent.

    A hybrid works schedule is available, according to CalCareers.

    The application period will remain open until the job is filled.

    Dentist | Limited term, full-time

    • Department : California Correctional Health Care Services
    • Salary : $19,059 to $30,190 per month

    The dentist provides dental care to inmates.

    The in-person position requires overseeing a group of staff and maintaining order among inmates, CalCareers stated.

    The 12-month term could be extended an additional year or become permanent.

    The application period closes on July 23.

    Investment manager | Permanent full-time

    • Department : Public Employees Retirement System
    • Salary : $15,250 to $25416.67 per month

    The manager oversees a data-driven team.

    A hybrid work schedule is supported when in combination with some required weekly in-person attendance, CalCareers stated.

    The application period closes on July 19.

    Public health medical officer (epidemiology) | Permanent full-time

    • Department : Public Health
    • Salary : $13,013 to $18,746 per month

    The medical officer uses scientific and medical knowledge to prioritize health equity.

    Though there is one position available, it’s advertised in both Sacramento and Contra Costa counties.

    The successful candidate will be stationed in the nearest county to their residence, where a telework schedule will be available.

    The application period closes on Aug. 9.

    Attorney | Permanent full-time

    • Department : Water Resources
    • Salary : $12,290 to $15,685 per month

    The attorney is responsible for completing the most “difficult and complex legal work,” CalCareers stated.

    The role requires supporting the department’s legal staff on various topics including environmental law and state water operations.

    A hybrid schedule is available, CalCareers stated.

    The application period closes on July 26.

    What do you want to know about life in Sacramento? Ask our service journalism team your top-of-mind questions in the module below or email servicejournalists@sacbee.com .

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