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Earn up to $236K a year in Stanislaus County? See 10 available government jobs

Searching for available jobs in Stanislaus County?

The county is offering a mix of full-time and part-time government jobs across a wide range of fields, including public works, animal services and accounting.

According to the Stanislaus County website, full-time employees receive competitive pay and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

Eligible full-time hires may also qualify for the county’s Employee Choice Bonus Plan, which offers either a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 paid over three years or 21 additional days of paid leave for employees hired by June 30.

County jobs come with specific qualifications and requirements — which are linked below.

As of Friday, Jan. 23, here are 10 of the most recent job openings available in Stanislaus County:

The Stanislaus County Hall of Records seen from a corridor in the main courthouse in June 2025.
The Stanislaus County Hall of Records seen from a corridor in the main courthouse in June 2025. John Holland jholland@modbee.com

Which Stanislaus County government jobs are open right now?

Accountant III | Permanent, full time

  • Department: Chief Executive Office
  • Salary: $83,158 to $101,067 per year
  • Application due date: Until the position is filled.

The accountant manages financial operations, prepares reports for managers and oversees staff.

Responsibilities include reviewing regulations, assisting with budgets and maintaining fiscal records.

Adult system of care manager | Permanent, full time

  • Department: Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
  • Salary: $90,604 to $135,907 per year
  • Application due date: Friday, Feb. 6

The adult system of care manager is responsible for overseeing both business operations and clinical programs.

The manager helps plan and improve mental health programs by tracking results, reporting outcomes and focusing on community outreach.

Chief of the Office of Public Guardian | Permanent, full time

  • Department: Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
  • Salary: $102,460 to $153,670 per year
  • Application due date: Until the position is filled.

The chief oversees day-to-day operations of Stanislaus County’s Office of the Public Guardian, helping manage programs that serve people under court-ordered conservatorships.

The job includes supervising public services, planning programs, handling reports and making sure court requirements are followed.

Civil engineer | Permanent, full time

  • Department: Public Works
  • Salary: $116,417 to $141,523 per year
  • Application due date: Until the position is filled.

The civil engineer works in design, traffic and construction.

The role involves working on projects, communicating with the public and representing the county at meetings and presentations.

Conservator investigator supervisor | Permanent, full time

  • Department: Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
  • Salary: $77,916 to $94,723 per year
  • Application due date: Thursday, Jan. 29

The conservator investigator supervisor helps determine if someone requires support with mental health care, finances, housing or medical decisions.

Duties include guiding investigators as they meet with individuals in the community, gathering information and completing court paperwork.

County veterinarian | Permanent, full time

  • Department: Animal Services Agency
  • Salary: $157,206 to $235,830 per year
  • Application due date: Until the position is filled.

The county veterinarian provides medical care to shelter and public animals, with a focus on spay and neuter services.

Other duties include preventing and controlling the spread of animal diseases, along with enforcing animal health laws and treating other animal illnesses.

Stanislaus County is hiring for a mix of full-time and part-time government jobs across a wide range of fields, including public works, animal services and accounting.
Stanislaus County is hiring for a mix of full-time and part-time government jobs across a wide range of fields, including public works, animal services and accounting. Ngampol Thongsai Getty Images/iStockphoto

Mental health clinician | Permanent, full time and limited, part time

  • Department: Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
  • Salary: $81,411 to $109,636 per year
  • Application due date: Until the position is filled.

The mental health clinician is responsible for helping people with mental health challenges.

Duties include assessing a patient’s needs, creating care plans, providing counseling and offering ongoing support.

Pediatric physical therapist | Permanent, full time

  • Department: Health Services Agency
  • Salary: $94,806 to $123,780 a year
  • Application due date: Until the position is filled.

The pediatric physical therapist helps children and young adults with physical disabilities, from birth to age 21.

While most therapy is done in clinics, travel to schools, homes and throughout the community might be required.

Stanislaus County Probate Court and the Family Law Clerk’s office on I Street in Modesto, Calif., Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.
Stanislaus County Probate Court and the Family Law Clerk’s office on I Street in Modesto, Calif., Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Andy Alfaro aalfaro@modbee.com

Probation corrections officer | Permanent, full time and limited, part time

  • Department: Probation
  • Salary: $55,411 to $77,147 per year
  • Application due date: Thursday, Dec. 31

The probation corrections officer helps supervise and care for youth in custody at Juvenile Hall, the Juvenile Commitment Facility and alternative programs.

Typical tasks include assisting staff with serving meals, counseling youth and booking incoming individuals.

Technology specialist | Permanent, full time

  • Department: Information Technology Central
  • Salary: $53,248 to $86,528 per year
  • Application due date: Friday, Feb. 6

The technology specialist focuses on keeping computers and devices running across the county.

This role involves fixing desktop issues, setting up new computers, installing software and maintaining hardware.

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Angela Rodriguez
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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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