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Grant Writer and Funding Analyst

Sacramento · Apply by 11/8/26
Townsend Public Affairs
Posted Oct 23, 2026
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Townsend Public Affairs is seeking a Grant Writing and Funding Analyst. This position will manage and support client funding priorities through grant writing, funding research, and strategic advocacy. Position is located in Sacramento.
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Legislative Analyst

Sacramento, CA · Apply by 11/18/26
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Attorney III

Sacramento, CA · Apply by 11/9/26
California Air Resources Board
Posted Nov 2, 2026
The California Air Resources Board is hiring an Attorney III who will provide written and oral legal advice to Board executives, management and staff in the Legal Office, help develop, implement, defend and enforce air quality and climate change regulations, and handle difficult and complex litigation, hearings and rulemaking. The position pays $10,852 to $15,325 per month, is hybrid at the Sacramento headquarters, and has a final filing date of November 9, 2026. Position is located in Sacramento, CA.
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Engaged California Program Director

Sacramento, CA · Apply by 11/9/26
Office of Data and Innovation
Posted Nov 2, 2026
The Office of Data and Innovation is hiring an Engaged California Program Director (CEA B) who will lead the strategy, operations, and delivery of Engaged California, the state's statewide civic engagement program, bringing together agencies and community partners to turn high-priority topics into public engagement initiatives. The position pays $12,131 to $14,453 per month, is hybrid with a workstation in Sacramento, Oakland, Los Angeles, or San Diego, and has a final filing date of November 9, 2026. Position is located in Sacramento, CA.
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