California

Up to $16,000 a month for remote work in California? Check out these available state jobs

Are you look for remote work in California?

The state is hiring for several positions with remote and hybrid 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 below.

As of Monday, Nov. 11, these were some of the latest state jobs offering remote or hybrid work on the CalCareers website:

Attorney IV | Permanent, full-time

  • Department: Public Employees Retirement System
  • Location: Sacramento County
  • Salary: $11,644 to $15,627 per month

The attorney provides legal counsel to senior leadership and program staff within the department, focusing on statutory interpretation and managing contracts with external organizations.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to two days of remote work, according to CalCareers.

The application for this position closes on Sunday, Nov. 17.

Deputy attorney general III | Permanent, full-time

  • Department: Justice
  • Location: San Diego County
  • Salary: $10,536 to $14,879 per month

The deputy attorney general handles administrative litigation, represents client agencies in numerous monthly hearings and manages civil judicial review proceedings in California superior courts.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to three days of remote work, according to CalCareers.

The application for this position closes on Monday, Dec. 2.

Engineering geologist | Permanent, full-time

  • Department: State Water Resources Control Board
  • Location: Sonoma County
  • Salary: $6,299 to $11,859 monthly

The engineering geologist conducts assessments and inspections, manages contracts and grants and develops and implements orders, with a specific focus on addressing road-related sediment discharges.

This position is eligible for telework, with in-person attendance required based on the operational needs of the role.

The application for this position closes on Monday, Nov. 25.

General auditor III | Permanent, full-time

  • Department: Social Services
  • Location: Sacramento County
  • Salary: $6,452 to $8,485 per month

The general auditor will perform auditing tasks, including field audits of statewide programs, to ensure compliance with foster care rate-setting, auditing regulations and applicable laws.

While this position is eligible for a remote work schedule, applicants must live in California, according to CalCareers.

The application for this position closes on Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Information technology specialist I | Permanent, full-time

  • Department: Finance
  • Location: Sacramento County
  • Salary: $6,515 to $10,536 per month

The information technology specialist supports the department by overseeing modern device management, enforcing security standards, administering key technology systems and managing client service applications.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with up to three days of remote work. However, this policy can be adjusted to increase in-office days as needed, according to CalCareers.

The application for this position closes on Monday, Nov. 18.

IT application developer | Limited, full-time

  • Department: Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety
  • Location: Sacramento County
  • Salary: $8,374 to $11,220 per month

The information technology application developer will support IT project management and application development by focusing on key responsibilities, such as project management, vendor coordination and application design and maintenance.

This is a remote-centered position.

According to CalCareers, this is a limited-term position that can be ended, extended, or converted to a permanent status at any time.

The application for this position closes on Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Office technician | Permanent, full-time

  • Department: Real Estate
  • Location: Los Angeles County
  • Salary: $3,717 to $4,654 per month

The office technician provides clerical and technical support for office tasks, including setting up case files, researching cases and helping the public with incoming complaints and consumer inquiries.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule, according to CalCareers.

The application for this position closes on Friday, Nov. 15.

Program and project supervisor | Permanent, full-time

  • Department: Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety
  • Location: Multiple
  • Salary: $12,196 to $15,266 per month

The program and project supervisor is responsible for overseeing a team that conducts engineering and analytical tasks related to the inspection and investigation of utility assets.

This is done by ensuring compliance with wildfire mitigation, adhering to wildfire safety practice and meeting statutory requirements.

This position is primarily remote. However, the selected candidate will be required to report to the department’s office in Sacramento, San Francisco or Los Angeles, depending on their residence, as needed.

The application for this position closes on Monday, Dec. 2.

Senior vocational rehabilitation counselor | Permanent, full-time

  • Department: Rehabilitation
  • Location: Marin County
  • Salary: $5,086 to $7,311 per month

The senior vocational rehabilitation counselor is responsible for determining vocational rehabilitation eligibility, prioritizing services and evaluating successful employment outcomes for the department’s consumers.

This position is primarily remote, with some occasional travel required, according to CalCareers.

The application for this position closes on Wednesday, Nov. 27.

Staff psychologist | Permanent, full-time

  • Department: Human Resources
  • Location: Riverside County
  • Salary: $8,967 to $13,356 per month

The staff psychologist is responsible for conducting pre-employment psychological evaluations for potential peace officer candidates.

This position offers telework, including the option to work fully remotely, according to CalCareers.

The application is open until the position has been filled.

This story was originally published November 12, 2024 at 5:00 AM with the headline "Up to $16,000 a month for remote work in California? Check out these available state jobs."

Angela Rodriguez
The Modesto Bee
Angela Rodriguez is a service journalism reporter for The Bee. She is a graduate of Sacramento State with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. During her time there, she worked on the State Hornet covering arts and entertainment.
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