Job Posting for STUDENT ASSISTANT at Department of Human Resources

Under close supervision of the Accounting Administrator II, the Student Assistant is responsible for accounts payable, and accounts receivable billing for CalHR and the State Personnel Board (SPB). The Student Assistant is also responsible for providing consistent, timely, and good customer service when providing verbal and/or written correspondence to internal and external customers.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

STUDENT ASSISTANT

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-430101

Position #(s):

363-100-4870-900

Working Title:

Student Assistant

Classification:

STUDENT ASSISTANT

$17.22 - $23.21
A - $17.22 - $18.92
B - $18.42 - $20.25
C - $18.42 - $21.68
D - $21.08 - $23.21

# of Positions:

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Student Assistant

Department Information

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is responsible for issues related to employee salaries and benefits, job classifications, civil rights, training, exams, recruitment and retention. For most employees, many of these matters are determined through the collective bargaining process managed by CalHR.

Our Vision: To be the premier leader and trusted partner in innovative human resources management.

Our Mission: To provide exceptional human resources leadership and services with integrity, respect and accountability to state departments and all current and prospective employees.

DEIA Statement: At CalHR we believe in the power of diversity. Diversity fuels the creativity and innovation necessary to serve our customers well. We are building a culture that values difference and fosters belonging. We strive to sustain a workforce reflective of the state we serve, and an environment that is safe, inclusive, and accessible for all individuals. We welcome everyone to contribute their talent, life experience, and expertise to drive CalHR forward.

Department Website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov

Special Requirements

You must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You need to provide direct responses to each of the numbered items. You must include the numbered item followed by your response. Include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

1. Please describe in detail your customer service experience.
2. Please describe in detail your accounting knowledge, skills, and abilities. Include all accounting courses you have taken and/or are currently enrolled in.
3. Please describe in detail your general office experience (e.g., answering phones, filing, sorting mail, computer skills, etc.).

Note: If you do not follow the instructions, you may not move forward in this recruitment. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 5/20/2024

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing classification, therefore anyone meeting the minimum qualifications listed on the classification specification may apply for this position. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by stating “preference under Government Code section 18220”. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Human Resources

Attn: Human Resources Office - Lisa El Sao

1515 S Street, North Building, Suite 500

Sacramento, CA 95811-7258

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Human Resources

Human Resources Office - Lisa El Sao

1810 16th Street

Sacramento, CA 95811-7258

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Other - You must submit proof of enrollment.
Statement of Qualifications - You must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). See the Special Requirements section for instructions.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge and experience using Excel, Word, and Outlook
Ability to operate standard office equipment
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

If you’re passionate about business-changing experiences in an exciting, thriving state environment, CalHR is right for you. Join us at CalHR to provide human resources support to state departments. As you contribute your time, talent, and ideas, you’ll see the impact you will make to thousands of state employees and fellow Californians.

We offer competitive, flexible opportunities:

Hybrid telework
Tax-advantaged savings and spending accounts
Short-Term Disability Program available
Employee Assistance Program
Excellent health, dental and vision benefits for employee/employee’s family 401k program
Alternate Work Week Schedule options
Ongoing training and development
Convenient transportation options, including light-rail and pre-tax parking
On-site ATM
On-site Gym
Shopping
Nearby restaurants

CalHR employees are excluded from bargaining and are eligible to receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance, employer paid life insurance, additional vacation/annual leave, and are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: https://www.calhr.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Lisa El Sao
(916) 909-2819
lisa.elsao@calhr.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Michelle Jones
(916) 909-2840
michelle.jones@calhr.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
RA Coordinators
(916) 322-6997
RACoordinators@calhr.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

When completing the State application, STD 678, you must include a description of the duties performed for each position held. You may not move forward in this recruitment if you write “See Resume."

Redact confidential information from all documents you submit for this position. Confidential information includes, but is not limited to:

Social security number (CalCareers removes this from the first page of the State application, STD. 678, upon submission)
Birthdate
Student identification number
Driver license number (unless required)
Basis of eligibility
Examination results
LEAP status
Marital status
Age

You can apply in one of three ways:

Online (preferred),
U.S. mail, parcel deliver or courier service, or
In person

We may fill additional positions from this recruitment.

Examination Information

This is a non-testing classification. You do not need to take an exam.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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