Travel Trainee

Overview

Equal Opportunity Employer
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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.

Job Code #: JC-491890

Position #(s): -724

Working Title: Travel Trainee

Classification: ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE

Salary: $4,442.00 - $5,296.00 A

New to State candidates: will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Number of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) is the nation’s largest public pension fund, providing retirement and health benefits to public employees, retirees, and their families. CalPERS is headquartered in downtown Sacramento and offers competitive benefit packages, compensation, and opportunities for advancement.

If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, CalPERS invites you to apply for this opportunity. To learn about our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts, visit our website. To see CalPERS as a destination employer, view related materials.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. This position is being re-advertised. If you previously applied, your application is still being considered and you do not need to re-apply. Anticipated Interview Dates: in-person interviews beginning the week of February 09, 2026. Telework Information:
This position requires full-time attendance in the office, working onsite five days per week. Sponsorship:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship. CalPERS does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. PLP 2025: effective July 1, 2025, a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits monthly is implemented; salary ranges do not reflect the 3 percent reduction.

Are you organized with great attention to detail? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork is essential? Do you enjoy customer service? If yes, you may be interested in this role.

The Accounting Trainee’s duties include, but are not limited to, processing and reimbursing administrative revolving fund account advances and payments, travel, training, salary, and miscellaneous expenses; accounts receivable and payroll; auditing relocation and travel expense claims and other reimbursement requests from employees, board members, and retirees.

Statement of

Qualifications:

A SOQ is required for the hiring manager’s review. Applications without an SOQ or with an improperly formatted SOQ will not be considered. The SOQ must be typed, titled “Statement Of…