Student Assistant

Work Location: Sacramento County

Creating Inclusive Pathways to State Service

The Department believes everyone deserves the opportunity to succeed in the workplace. We invite and encourage individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to apply. In this role, employees will gain valuable work experience, strengthen their skills, and contribute to meaningful work in state service.

Applicants claiming priority as a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, a formerly incarcerated youth, or a victim of human trafficking under Government Code section 18220 must state “ preference under Government Code section 18220 ” on their application and provide documentation of eligibility before appointment.

Under close supervision of the assigned supervisor, the Student Assistant performs a variety of administrative, technical, and analytical support duties. The incumbent conducts research; gathers, reviews, verifies, organizes, and summarizes information; assists with basic analysis; prepares and updates reports, spreadsheets, correspondence, presentations, forms, records, and other work products; tracks assignments and deadlines; and supports projects, meetings, and routine customer inquiries. The Student Assistant follows established policies and procedures, maintains confidentiality, communicates workload status, and completes assignments accurately and timely.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

This position may work up to 1,500 hours in a twelve (12) consecutive month period. Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment

This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Job Code #: JC-526454

Position #(s): -901

Working Title: STUDENT ASSISTANT

Classification: STUDENT ASSISTANT

$3,167.00 - $4,268.00 Student Assistant salary is an hourly rate, based on hours worked within the month.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Student Assistant

Facility: Department of Developmental Services

The California Department of Developmental Services (Department) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Department Is Located In a Modern, Sustainable And Innovative Office Building At 1215 “O” Street, Sacramento, California. Some Amenities Of The Building Include:

• First floor retail space (separate access from 12 th Street)
• Café with multiple vendors
• Outdoor seating for meal breaks
• Employee fitness center which includes a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
• Plaza area with kitchenette on each floor
• Lactation rooms

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The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be typed in 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the question below or submit an SOQ may not be considered.

• The Department is committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to succeed in the workplace. Preference will be granted to individuals with…