$16 an hour to $24,000 a month: California is hiring for these state jobs in Fresno County

Some of the state of California’s newest job openings in Fresno County come with a hefty monthly salary, depending on experience. But there’s something for all levels of experience in the state’s most recent postings, from intern to advanced levels.

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

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Here are six jobs posted on CalCareers, the state’s jobs website, located in Fresno County. The positions were posted in the last seven days, as of Aug. 2. Additional requirements and information are linked.

Adoptions specialist | Permanent full-time

  • Work location: Fresno County

  • Department: Social Services

  • Salary: $5,411 to $7,779 per month

The adoption specialist prepares, supports and educates families on and during the adoption process and conducts in-home family evaluations. There is one position available.

The application closes Aug. 14.

Graduate student assistant (Social work intern) | Non-tenured intermittent

  • Work location: Coalinga State Hospital

  • Department: State Hospitals

  • Salary: $3,278 to $5,113 per month

Graduate student assistants get experience in forensic clinical social work to prepare them for a professional career. There are multiple positions available.

The application closes Aug. 31.

Locksmith | Limited term full-time (12 months)

  • Work location: Pleasant Valley State Prison

  • Department: Pleasant Valley State Prison

  • Salary: $5,621 to $6,475 per month

The locksmith designs, installs, maintains and repairs the prison’s security devices. There is one position available.

The application closes Aug. 14.

Physician and surgeon | Permanent full-time

  • Work location: Coalinga State Hospital

  • Department: State Hospitals

  • Salary: $19,079 to $24,489 per month

The physician and surgeon is responsible for planning, directing and performing all phases of the medical services provided at the state hospital. Multiple positions are available.

The application will close once the positions are filled.

Speech pathologist | Permanent full-time

  • Work location: Coalinga State Hospital

  • Department: State Hospitals

  • Salary: $5,733 to $7,522 per month

The speech pathologist does testing to determine the nature and extent of speech disorders and provides speech therapy. There is one position available.

The application will close once the position is filled.

Student assistant | Non-tenured intermittent

  • Work location: Fresno ARU 204

  • Department: Employment Development

  • Salary: $16.07 to $21.66 per hour

The student assistant analyzes, investigates and resolves routine disability claim issues and inquiries. There is one position available.

The application closes Aug. 7.

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