Program Technician

To be considered, please apply through your CalCareers account at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 501631 by the application deadline of 12/27/2025 by 11:59 pm.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to reducing recidivism, improving prison safety, and enhancing public safety by providing meaningful work and training opportunities to incarcerated individuals.

As a full-time state employee, you’ll receive:

• At least 156 hours of paid leave in your first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
• CalPERS retirement benefits

Start your CAREER with purpose – make a difference while enjoying great benefits and a work-life balance!

The Program Technician is expected to exercise a high degree of initiative and independence in assuming the responsibility for optical clerical functions. In addition, the incumbent has regular, direct responsibility for work supervision, on-the-job, and work performance evaluation of at least two incarcerated individuals who substantially replace civil service employees for a total of at least 120 hours per pay period.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position may receive a $190.00 per month Institutional Worker Supervision Pay (IWSP) Differential

Interested? Apply at www.calcareers.ca.gov to JC- 501631 by the application's final filing date of 12/27/2025

Steps to Apply - 

1. Create a CalCareers account - www.calcareers.ca.gov 
2. Create a state application template - be detailed! 
3. Apply for the job! (Apply before the application deadline) 
4. Apply for the exam (You can apply first, then take the exam!)

Minimum Qualifications - Experience: One year of clerical experience and Either equivalent to completion of the 12th grade. 

Desirable Qualifications