Pharmacy Technician

This is a continuous filing exam with next cut-offs at 5:00 pm on: 9/4/2026, 10/2/2026, 10/30/2026, 11/25/2026, 12/24/2026, and 1/22/2027 (final). Vacancies may be permanent or intermittent on-call.

About the Role

The Pharmacy Technician performs technical duties in the preparation, packaging, and distribution of pharmaceuticals; performs a variety of duties related to inventory control, record keeping, and customer service; and performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Pharmaceutical terminology
• Characteristics, strengths, and dosage forms of pharmaceuticals
• Pharmaceutical systems of weights, measures, and calculations
• Operation and care of pharmacy equipment
• Pharmaceutical procedures and techniques
• Inventory control procedures
• Laws, rules, and regulations governing technician activities and the handling and storage of pharmaceuticals, including controlled substances

• Read, understand, and apply laws, rules, and regulations related to pharmacy practice
• Count, pour, and mix with accuracy, precision, and speed
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail under pressure from time, people, or situations
• Perform basic mathematical computations
• Operate office machines and equipment used in the course of the work, such as personal computers utilizing email, word processing, database, or pharmacy software; and pharmaceutical equipment including automatic dispensing machine, packing machine, and counting machine
• Use basic weighing and measuring devices used in filling prescriptions
• Type drug labels accurately
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with pharmacists, pharmacy assistants, physicians, nurses, and the public
• Communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse public

Requirements

• Current certificate of registration as a Pharmacy Technician from the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Special Requirements

• The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment, consistent with applicable laws. Candidates with convictions related to or impacting their ability to perform the job duties may not be considered unless mitigating circumstances exist.
• Candidates will be fingerprinted, and a subsequent arrest notification may be obtained.
• The County may conduct a background check, including personal and professional reference checks, credit history, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information, and driving history.
• Possession of a valid certificate from the California State Board of Pharmacy as a registered Pharmacy Technician is required. Failure to maintain the appropriate license may constitute cause for dismissal.

Working Conditions

• Duties may require exposure to hostile and/or emotionally disturbed persons.
• Work may occur in dangerous, high-crime areas of the community.

Additional Information

• Persons selected for employment must agree to comply with Section 11166 and 11160 of the California Penal Code relating to child and elder abuse reporting.
• The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.