GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

Graduate Student Assistant$3,724.00 - $5,810.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.Final Filing Date: 11/7/2026Under close supervision of the Research Data Supervisor II of the Evaluation and Data Innovation Branch, within the Research, Evaluation and Data Insights Division, the Graduate Student Assistant will assist with research, data entry, data clean-up, reporting, administrative and/or technical duties related to the coordination of research projects across various teams within the Division.The incumbent will assist Data Specialists, Supervisors, and the Division generally in research planning and execution efforts on priority and ad hoc projects and assignments as needed. An ideal candidate will be self-motivated and have a strong data and research background, and also be able to effectively connect data with policy and vice versa. Projects and assignments may entail review of existing state and federal level laws and policies to support data driven decisions for advancing Department's compliance and reporting efforts. Advanced Microsoft Office experience is preferred including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.This position reports to the Allenby Building in Sacramento. A hybrid Telework schedule, consistent with the State of California's in-office requirement, may be considered with prior approval from management. The incumbent may also be required to travel throughout California as needed, with prior notice.The mission of the Department of State Hospitals is to provide evaluation and treatment in a safe and responsible manner, seeking innovation and excellence in hospital operations, across a continuum of care and settings.Department of State Hospitals 1215 O Street, MS 17 Sacramento, CA 95814 DSH-Sacramento is in a new modern, sustainable and innovative 11 story office building located at 1215 "O" Street, Sacramento, California. Some of the amenities of the new building include the following:First-floor retail space (separate access from 12th Street)Café with multiple vendors available to the publicOutdoor seating with pedestrian walkwaysLarge, shared conference room on the first floor with a maximum capacity of 162 individualsAn employee fitness center with a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weightsPlaza area with a kitchenette on each floorLactation roomsMore conference rooms and collaborative working spaces available throughout the building – small, medium and largeShared Terrace space on the 10th floor with indoor/outdoor seating and views of the CapitolMobile computer equipment, cloud-based technology and Wi-Fi for all staffThe position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.While US mail applications are still accepted, applying electronically through your CalCareers account is strongly encouraged.Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.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.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 When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.Benefits include: Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, 11 Paid State Holidays, one (1), eight (8) hours, Paid Personal Holiday and two (2), (16) hours, Paid Professional Development Days (PDD) per fiscal year; excellent Health, Vision and Dental insurance plans; Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; Alternate Workweek Schedules and Flextime; and, enrollment in the CalPERS retirement system.The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.