The Seasonal Clerk (SC) will enter, modify, update, and verify data on various applications/reports, as well as identify errors, inconsistencies, and omissions on those applications/reports. Additionally, with supervision, the SC will take action to resolve less complex problems, scan report forms for completeness, assist with clearing dispositions (phone calls, faxing, letters, etc.), create files and labels, file completed documents/applications, complete draft form letters, open and distribute mail, assist with mail outs, and answer phones.
Candidates may work in any of the following Bureau of Firearms (BOF) areas:
Firearms Investigations and Dangerous Weapons Enforcement (FIDWE):
The FIDWE team is responsible for obtaining firearms and ammunition from persons who have acquired firearms and/or ammunition and have become prohibited from owning/possessing a firearm and/or ammunition since their initial acquisition.
Agency Notification Unit (ANU):
The ANU conducts firearms eligibility checks of individuals applying to become peace officers, public officers, armed security guards, or students in Peace Officer Standards and Training certification training courses.
Eligibility Clearance Unit (ECU):
The ECU is responsible for analyzing criminal history information and other records to determine the eligibility of a person to own or possess firearms and/or ammunition for individuals attempting to purchase or transfer firearms in the State of California.
Regulatory Compliance Unit (RCU):
The RCU provides information, guidance, and comprehensive firearm education to licensed California Firearm Dealers, Ammunition Vendors, Firearm Manufacturers, and BOF staff regarding firearm-related statutes and legislation through in-person and webinar training. In addition, RCU's Field Representatives conduct routine regulatory inspections of California Firearm Dealers, Ammunition Vendors, Firearms Manufacturers, and Gun Shows to ensure compliance with state and federal firearm laws and regulations.
Customer Support Center (CSC):
The CSC is responsible for responding to inquiries from the public regarding firearms laws, legislation, and ownership.
Firearm Applicant and Release Unit (FARU):
The FARU is responsible for analyzing criminal history information and other firearms eligibility records for individuals seeking to record firearms in their name and for persons seeking to retrieve firearms and/or ammunition in the possession of law enforcement agencies.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-517988
Position #(s):
420-505-1120-901
Working Title:
Seasonal Clerk
Classification:
SEASONAL CLERK $3,167.00 - $3,570.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
3
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Non-Tenured, Intermittent
Work Shift:
Day
Work Week:
Monday-Friday
Department Information - This position is located in the Division of Law Enforcement, Bureau of Firearms.
- 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 the www.oag.ca.gov .
Special Requirements - The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- Clearly indicate the Job Control (JC-517988) and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application.
- Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only.
- A fingerprint check will be required.
- Failure to submit the required application documents may result in the disqualification of your application.
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.
Final Filing Date: 6/8/2026
Who May Apply
This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Justice
DLE- Kelly Rivera
Attn: Kelly Rivera
Department of Justice/DLE - OC - Personnel Services
1300 I Street, Suite 1140
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Justice
DLE- Kelly Rivera
Kelly Rivera
Department of Justice/DLE - OC - Personnel Services
1300 I Street, Suite 1140
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is required and must be included.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
- Exceptional Attention to Detail: Ability to catch errors and ensure reports/applications are complete and accurate.
- Highly Organized: Ability to maintain accurate records and manage tasks efficiently.
- Excellent Customer Service and Communication: Professional, courteous, and clear in both verbal and written interactions.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Effective Time Management: Capable of meeting deadlines and handling multiple priorities.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Kelly Rivera
(916) 210-6082
Kelly.Rivera@doj.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Timely Filing of Applications Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
