PHARMACY SERVICES MANAGER

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 164,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

State of California is seeking a Pharmacy Services Manager to lead a large, comprehensive hospital pharmacy at DSH-Coalinga. The role directs Pharmacist I and II staff and oversees non-professional personnel in the pharmacy, ensuring safe, compliant operations and optimal patient care.

New to State hires are placed at the minimum of the classification, with a competitive salary and full state benefits. The position requires flexibility for varied shifts and in-office work with potential overtime

Qualifications

• Direct the hospital’s large comprehensive pharmacy and supervise Pharmacist I and Pharmacist II subordinates.
• Oversee non-professional staff employed in the hospital pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Direct the hospital’s large comprehensive pharmacy and supervise Pharmacist I and Pharmacist II subordinates.
• Oversee other non-professional staff employed in the hospital pharmacy.
• Ensure medication safety and regulatory compliance across the pharmacy operations.

Job description

Pharmacy Services Manager
PHARMACY SERVICES MANAGER

$14,734.00 - $15,935.00 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: 9/24/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

This position is located at DSH - Coalinga.

The Pharmacy Services Manager has the responsibility for directing the hospital’s large comprehensive pharmacy and supervising the work of Pharmacist I and Pharmacist II subordinates, as well as other non-professional staff employed in the hospital pharmacy.

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

Working Conditions

Employees are required to work any shift and schedule in a variety of settings throughout hospital and may be required to work overtime and float to other work locations as determined by the operational needs of hospital.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PHARMACY SERVICES MANAGER

PHARMACY SERVICES MANAGER $14,734.00 - $15,935.00T 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:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Department of State Hospitals - Coalinga

Department Information

DSH-Coalinga opened in 2005 and began treating forensically committed patients, mostly of which are sexually violent predators. It is a self-contained psychiatric hospital constructed with a security perimeter. California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) provides perimeter security as well as transportation of patients to outside medical services and court proceedings.

All state civil service employees are currently subject to a mandatory Personal Leave Program (PLP). The PLP program reduces the monthly gross salary but provides PLO leave credits in lieu of pay. The amount of salary reduction depends on the classification and associated union Bargaining Unit (BU). The BU that represents thisposition is BU#19– America Federation of State, County, and Municipal Engineers (AFSCME). The expected salary reduction will be 3% of the salary identified above, and you will accrue approximately 5hours of PLP each qualifying pay period. Incumbentswill be subject to the PLP salary reduction and leave accruals through June 30, 2027.

This advertisement will be used for this and other vacancies that may occur during this posting and future permanent full-timeand/orlimited term full-time vacancies that may occur at the Department of State Hopitals - Coalinga.

The position requires incumbents pass a Background Investigation prior to being hired. The Background Investigation may include Criminal Background, Fingerprinting, and review of any Governmental records.

The position requires incumbentsto submit and pass a medical evaluation for a medical clearance prior to being hired.

To be considered for this Job Opportunity, applicants must have permanent civil service status, be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ELIGIBILITY, YOU MUST TAKE THE EXAM. Please visit the CalHR website to find information on the Pharmacy Services Manager exam.

please see the exam link below: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=1864

Unless otherwise requested by the candidate, all communications and correspondence regarding this recruitment from our agency will be sent electronically via your CalCareers account and/or email listed on your State Application, STD. 678. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email inbox, including junk/spam emails for any correspondence regarding their application status. In addition, applicants are encouraged to keep their CalCareers profile updated with a current telephone number, mailing address, and email.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

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:

Required to work in a locked and controlled state mental health treatment facility that houses Penal Code offenders. Respond to emergency situations such as “red lights” in order to assist staff with patients that are a danger to themselves or others. Provide a level of service to the public such that the safety of the public and of property is not jeopardized by maintaining an awareness of your surrounding environment to prevent possible patient elopement.

The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information on the benefits offered please visit the California Department of Human Resources web site:
www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: dsh.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Justine Oxborrow
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.

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.

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.