Pharmacy Technician Departments of
Mental Health & Developmental Services Examination

STEPS FOR COMPLETING THE EXAMINATION
Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Pharmacy Technician, Departments of Mental Health & Developmental Services exam. Please click on the link below for the official exam announcement to review the scope of the exam, minimum qualifications, and other important exam information.

Official Exam Bulletin

Step 1. Apply using your CalCareers account to Exam Code: EX–2545.

Or, submit your Examination Application (STD 678), found at www.calcareers.ca.gov, either by mail or in person to one address listed below.

Step 2. Certify that you have submitted your STD 678.

Step 3. Proceed to the examination and submit for processing upon completion.

The preferred method to apply is through CalCareers.

Electronic signatures are acceptable.

Indicate the Classification in the “Examination(s) or Job Title for Which You Are Applying” field on your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678).

Exam Application Example

You may apply by mail to:

Department of State Hospitals – Sacramento
Selection Services Unit
1600 9th Street – Room 121
Sacramento, CA 95814

You may apply in person at:

Department of State Hospitals – Sacramento
1600 9th Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm (excluding State holidays)

If you need assistance or have any questions regarding the online examination process, please contact:

Department of State Hospitals - Selection Services Unit
Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm (excluding State Holidays)
(916) 651-8832

Question Title

* 1. I hereby certify I have submitted a signed Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) following the instructions listed on the official examination bulletin using the following method.

I have applied through my CalCareers account to EX-2545

I mailed my STD 678 to Department of State Hospitals - Sacramento, Attn: Selection Services Unit MS-14

I dropped off my STD 678 in person at Department of State Hospitals - Sacramento Attn: Selection Services Unit MS-14

I only submitted my application for a Job Vacancy and still have to apply for the exam

INTRODUCTION: In this section you will find links to 1) General California State Civil Service Exam Information 2) Eligibility Requirements for Veteran's Preference and 3) Class Specification for Pharmacy Technician.

Review the information contained in the links below. Each link will create a new window that can be closed when you have finished reading it. Read all of the information on each page carefully. Return to this page when you are ready to continue with the exam.

General State Civil Service Examination Information
Veteran's Preference Information
The Official Pharmacy Technician Class Specification