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Are you an energetic, self-motivated, creative problem-solver with attention to detail? Under the supervision of the IT Supervisor II, the Student Assistant works on a variety of
tasks that assist with the planning, implementation, and tracking of Procurements and Contract Branch operations and projects. The Student Assistant is responsible for providing timely assistance to staff within the State, by phone, e-mail, mail, and in person. The Student Assistant is required to work independently, communicate effectively, and assist with multiple tasks. Daily proficient utilization of office equipment and the Microsoft Office Suite is required.

The headquarters office is located in Rancho Cordova convenient to Highway 50, with free parking, close to restaurants and shopping. The facility consists of standard office workspace, within a 2-story building, and may require sitting for long periods of time while using a personal computer, reviewing documents, and attending meetings. The position requires occasional travel to off-site meeting locations, conferences, or training. The work environment is fast paced and requires the incumbent to be flexible, use good time management practices, and effectively identify priorities to complete assignments timely.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule and requires employees to work two days, each week, onsite at our headquarters office in Rancho Cordova, CA; however, changes to the hybrid/telework program are at the department's and/or Governor's discretion. DCSS does utilize a shared workspace or "hoteling" when working in the office. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.

STUDENT ASSISTANT

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Student Assistant

STUDENT ASSISTANT $3,167.00 - $4,268.00

The Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) promotes parental responsibility to enhance the well-being of children by providing child support services to establish parentage and collect child support. This is a great opportunity to work for a progressive and innovative organization that cares about children, and to collaborate with individuals who value and care about their staff. We welcome, affirm, and support employees of all races, ethnicities, abilities and disabilities, experiences, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and any other category people use to define themselves. We strive to create safe and inclusive environments that celebrate diversity, embrace cultural sensitivity, foster positive relationships, and center equity in practice and policy. DCSS believes equity is an essential component of administering a successful child support program and delivers quality services that embrace a vision of all parents engaged in supporting their children.

DCSS encourages people with disabilities to apply for jobs with us. The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) can help people with disabilities get jobs with the State of California. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire.
Must currently be enrolled in a college or university.
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.
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. 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. 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 Child Support Services
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Child Support Services
11150 International Drive

Closed holidays and weekends.
Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. 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 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.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Application Instructions:

An electronic application package submitted through your Cal Career account are highly recommended. Applications submitted electronically must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date. A completed application package must be received in the Human Resources Branch or postmarked by the final filing date and include the following:
On the Examination/Employment Application (STD. DO NOT replace the required Examination/Employment Application STD. For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process , and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants MUST include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions , hours worked per week , and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.
Do not include your Social Security Number, method of eligibility, or LEAP information in your application package.

All required documents listed in the "Required Application Documents" section must be submitted.

If you are unable to apply electronically through your Cal Career account, please mail the required application package to the mailing address provided above in the "Application Instructions" section. Applications submitted by mail must be postmarked before or on the final filing date. Mailed applications must include a signature.
If you are using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications for this position, please submit a copy of your unofficial college transcript(s) or diploma. An official, sealed college transcript(s) will be required upon appointment to the position.
For all questions regarding your Cal Careers account, you may contact the Cal Career Unit at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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.