Want to make up to $28,000 a month? California is hiring in Stanislaus County and nearby

California is looking for employees to fill positions in departments including highway patrol, Parks & Recreation and DMV in Stanislaus and San Joaquin counties.

State jobs are known for offering competitive benefits and enrollment in the nation’s largest state public pension plan. Each position has specific requirements, which are linked.

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Here are five high-paying jobs posted on CalCareers, the state’s jobs website, that are in Stanislaus and San Joaquin counties. The positions were posted in the last seven days, as of Nov. 3.

Management services technician | Permanent full-time

  • Work location: Dos Rios Ranch, Modesto

  • Department: Parks & Recreation

  • Salary: $3,130 to $4,428 per month

Management service technicians are responsible for administrative duties, including reviewing time sheets, providing visitor information and selling park passes. Multiple positions are available.

The application closes Nov. 12.

Dentist | Limited term full-time (12 months)

  • Work location: California Health Care Facility

  • Department: California Correctional Health Care Services

  • Salary: $18,504 to $27,915 per month

The California Health Care Facility dentist delivers dental care, including preventive care, to patients at the state correctional facility. There is one position available.

The application closes Nov. 16.

Motor vehicle representative | Permanent full-time

  • Work location: Manteca DMV Field Office

  • Department: Motor Vehicles

  • Salary: $3,295 to $4,777 per month

The motor vehicle representative cashiers, enters data and provides technical assistance. There is one position available.

The application closes Nov. 15.

Parole service associate | Permanent full-time

  • Work location: California Health Care Facility

  • Department: Corrections & Rehabilitation

  • Salary: $4,494 to $7,254 per month

The parole service associate meets with inmates before their release and provides re-entry services. There is one position available.

The application closes Nov. 14.

Public safety dispatcher | Permanent full-time

  • Work location: California Highway Patrol Stockton-area office

  • Department: California Highway Patrol

  • Salary: $4,628 to $6,373 per month

The public safety dispatcher operates a radio and relays all points bulletins to mobile units. There is one position available.

The application closes Nov. 11.

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