MUSEUM CUSTODIAN MUSEUM CUSTODIAN (PI)

Museum Custodian (Pi)Department of Parks & Recreation$18.40 - $24.72 per Hour New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.Final Filing Date: 11/6/2026The reporting location for this position is California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento, CA. This position will work under the supervision of Museum Curator II.The Museum Custodian (Permanent Intermittent) supports the daily preservation and care of the California State Railroad Museum's historic collections. Under the direction of the Museum Curator II, the incumbent performs specialized housekeeping and preservation tasks to protect museum objects, assists with conservation projects, and monitors exhibits and storage environments. Duties include cleaning and maintaining historic materials using proper preservation techniques, inspecting objects for deterioration, assisting with collections handling, supporting exhibit installation and deinstallation, and maintaining preservation equipment and supplies. The position also contributes to maintaining safe, inclusive facilities and may provide training to staff and volunteers.Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state-owned or leased vehicle.The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.This position may work up to 1500 hours in any calendar year.This position is designated as not telework eligible.State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Melanie Tran at View phone number on click.appcast.io or e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Lift up to 25 lbs. Ability to use repetitive movements, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift, and sit/stand for long periods of time. Demonstrate very good hand-eye coordination and balance. Walk distances on uneven surfaces. Exposure to dust, contaminants, and pests.Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position's assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here.You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.Department Website: position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position. Please include a 1-2 page(s), 12-point font, Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that describes your experience as it relates to this position/Duty Statement. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview. DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.) SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.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: 11/6/2026Individuals 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). 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).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 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 PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:Department of Parks & Recreation Administrative Services Division Attn: Classification and Hiring Unit P.O. Box 942896 Sacramento, CA 94296-0001Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:Department of Parks & Recreation Administrative Services Division Classification and Hiring Unit 715 P Street Sacramento, CA 95814 Monday-Friday, excluding weekends and state holidays. 08:00 AM - 05:00 PMThe 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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.Statement of Qualifications - Please see "Special Requirements."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.The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.Department Website: Hiring Unit Contact: Melanie Tran View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io 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: Sharon Comas - EEO Office View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery,