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Job Description
Program Technician III Department of Justice
JC-520284
- Program Technician III
PROGRAM
TECHNICIAN III
$4,329.00 - $5,425.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
7/7/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Supervising Program Technician (SPT) III, the Program Technician (PT) III reviews, analyzes, codes, verifies, and updates the more complex arrest and disposition information submitted by criminal justice agencies for inclusion in the state criminal history repository. The PT III serves as a subject matter expert regarding manually maintaining criminal history information based on information submitted by criminal justice agencies and assists with the development and maintenance of program procedures. The PT III assists in peer-to-peer training to all levels of PT staff and works closely with the program Crime Analyst II to ensure training is completed according to program training plans. The PT III must have a thorough knowledge of criminal and applicant update processes, the California criminal justice system, and departmental policies and procedures. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions This position is designated for telework under Government Code section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California and may require reporting to headquarters or field offices and facilities to fulfill operational needs. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Justice policies. This position is eligible for telework, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Remote and hybrid schedules are subject to management approval. In addition, approved remote and hybrid schedules may be delayed for training purposes. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of
Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
Day Shift
Work Week:
Monday - Friday Department Information This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Bureau of Criminal Information & Analysis, Record Management Branch, Criminal Record Expedite & Support Program, Quality Update & Expedite Section. Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility. For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov. Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Personal Leave Program:
Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR. Special Requirements A fingerprint check is required. Clearly indicate
JC - 520284
in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section of your State Application. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment. A background check is required (if applicable). The Department of Justice does not provide visa sponsorship and is not an E-Verify employer. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.