Government & Public Sector Jobs in California (Now Hiring) — 10,172 open — Page 357

Software Engineer - Maritime Autonomy (AUV/UUV)

Ventura, California, United States · On-site

$150k–$170k/yr

Mid level

What Impact You'll Have GRVTY is seeking an experienced, motivated mid-level Software Engineer to join our innovative engineering team in Ventura, CA. This is an opportunity to develop and test systems for our groundbrea…

Skills: C++, C#, Autonomous Systems, UART, SPI

Principal Guidance, Navigation & Controls Scientist

Ventura, California, United States · On-site

$270k–$300k/yr

Senior+

What Impact You'll Have GRVTY is seeking a Principal Guidance, Navigation & Controls (GNC) Scientist to serve as a technical authority for autonomous vehicle GNC capabilities and advanced navigation products and software…

Skills: Guidance Navigation & Controls, State Estimation, Kalman Filtering, Sensor Fusion, Modern Control Theory

Comparative Politics, Open Rank Faculty Position in Political Science

Stanford, California, United States · On-site

$144k–$373k/yr

Senior+

Comparative Politics, Open Rank Faculty Position in Political Science The Department of Political Science at Stanford University is seeking applications for an open rank, tenure line position in Comparative Politics. App…

Skills: Comparative Politics, Academic Research, University Teaching, Mentoring, Curriculum Development

Structural Engineer

San Francisco, California, United States · Hybrid

$113k–$170k/yr

Senior+

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction managemen…

Skills: Structural Design, Construction Administration, Concrete Design, Steel Design, Seismic Analysis

Open Field, Open Rank Faculty Position in Political Science

Stanford, California, United States · On-site

$144k–$373k/yr

Senior+

Open Field, Open Rank Faculty Position in Political Science The Department of Political Science at Stanford University is seeking applications for a tenure line open rank, open subfield position. Applicants must have dem…

Skills: Academic Research, University Teaching, Mentoring, Curriculum Development, Graduate Advising

Political Theory/Civic Thought and Practice, Senior Rank Faculty Position in Political Science

Stanford, California, United States · On-site

$187k–$373k/yr

Senior+

Political Theory/Civic Thought and Practice, Senior Rank Faculty Position in Political Science The Department of Political Science at Stanford University seeks applicants for a senior appointment at the rank of Associate…

Skills: Political Theory, Civic Thought, Teaching, Mentoring, Academic Research

Structural Engineer

Santa Clara, California, United States · Hybrid

$113k–$170k/yr

Senior+

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction managemen…

Skills: Structural Design, Construction Administration, Concrete Design, Steel Design, Seismic Analysis

American Politics, Senior Rank Faculty Position in Political Science

Stanford, California, United States · On-site

$187k–$373k/yr

Senior+

American Politics, Senior Rank Faculty Position in Political Science The Department of Political Science at Stanford University seeks applicants for a senior appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. T…

Skills: American Politics, Academic Research, Teaching, Mentoring, Graduate Advising

Electrical/IT Inspector

Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site

Mid level

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies. We are seeking an experienced Electrical / IT Inspector to support cons…

Skills: Electrical Inspection, IT Infrastructure Inspection, Quality Assurance, Electrical Code Compliance, Low-Voltage Systems

Elementary Assistant Principal (2026/2027) - Rancho Cordova Elementary

Rancho Cordova, California, United States · On-site

$99k–$146k/yr

Mid level

About FCUSD Folsom Cordova Unified School District is committed to providing excellence in educational programs that carry high expectations for each student's success. In collaboration with our community, the mission of…

Skills: Collaborative Leadership, Instructional Coaching, Data Analysis, Restorative Practices, Equitable School Climate

SACHS/LIA Program Manager

San Diego, California, United States · Hybrid

$9k–$10k/mo

Senior

Overview This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place on July 27, 2026 The starting salary range for this position is $9,077.00 - $10,298.00 per month depending upon qualifications …

Skills: Program Management, Executive Leadership Development, Curriculum Development, Meeting Facilitation, Stakeholder Relations

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Full Time– Radiography (R) (ARRT Certified)

Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site

Mid level

Description The technologist must meet and maintain the criteria for American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) registration or be ARRT registered, and/or meet the standards to comply with the established HRMS r…

Skills: Radiography, Digital Radiography, C-arm Operation, Portable X-ray Units, Patient Positioning

Security Guard - Campus (f/t)

San Francisco, California, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$29/hr

Entry level

Public Safety Ambassadors, also known as security officers, protect and guard University property; maintain order among the public and UCSF community; monitor and control entry to restricted areas; inspect areas to preve…

Skills: Customer Service, Problem Solving, Emergency Response, Judgment, MS Office

Program Director (Licensed Psychologist) (80708)

Arroyo Grande, California, United States · On-site

$160k–$164k/yr

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: CA, Arroyo Grande - San Luis Conditional Release Program - Arroyo Grande, CA 93420Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: Doctoral DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Behavi…

Skills: Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Clinical Supervision, Case Management, Psychological Evaluations

Assistant Professor - Law and Technology

San Jose, California, United States · On-site

$88k–$92k/yr

Senior

Position Rank and Title: Assistant professor of law and technology School/Department Name: Justice Studies Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications, experience, and rank as established by the CSU Salary Schedule. A…

Skills: Academic Research, University Teaching, Curriculum Development, Academic Advising, Grant Writing

Propulsion Program Planner

San Luis Obispo, California, United States · On-site

$110k–$150k/yr

Mid level$485M raised

About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to d…

Skills: Program Planning, Supplier Management, Material Readiness, ERP/MRP Systems, Project Management

Project Manager I / Project Manager II

Colton, California, United States · On-site

$85k–$95k/yr

Senior

About Mendoza Companies Mendoza Companies is a multi-entity ecosystem of construction, services, and investment businesses operating under The Mendoza Way. The platform includes High-Light Electric, Inc. (HLE) — a Califo…

Skills: Project Management, Budget Management, Public Works Coordination, Union Labor Coordination, Scheduling

Assistant Program Director, Compass Urgent Accommodation Vouchers

San Francisco, California, United States · On-site

$70k–$80k/yr

Mid level$150K raised

About the Organization: Compass Family Services is a 100+ year old nonprofit working on the front lines of San Francisco’s homeless crisis. We provide families experiencing or at risk of homelessness with comprehensive s…

Skills: Staff Supervision, Case Management, De-escalation, Crisis Intervention, Program Design

Watch Officer

Sacramento, California, United States · On-site

Entry level

Job Description We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Watch Officer who is responsible for executing procedures and processes that ensure the physical protection of personnel, facilities, and government p…

Skills: Security Operations, Emergency Management, Risk Assessment, Incident Response, CCTV Monitoring

Senior Systems Engineer – RF SATCOM (Onsite)

San Miguel, California, United States · On-site

$87k–$165k/yr

Senior$200K raised

Date Posted: 2026-07-06 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-SAN MIGUEL-18000-CUST ~ 18000 E Perimeter Rd ~ BLDG 126 (External Site) Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Statu…

Skills: RF SATCOM, System Analysis, Fault Isolation, Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers

Frequently asked questions

How much do Government & Public Sector jobs in California pay?

Based on 6251 listings with disclosed salaries, most government & public sector jobs in California pay between $85k–$210k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.

How many Government & Public Sector jobs are open in California right now?

There are currently 10,172 open government & public sector positions in California listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Government & Public Sector roles in California?

Companies currently hiring include Northrop Grumman, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Inc., San Francisco Department of Public Health, mouhamedzz, Allied Universal, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Government & Public Sector jobs in California?

Yes — 1837 of the 10172 open government & public sector positions offer remote or hybrid work (299 remote, 1538 hybrid).

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