Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Graduate Student Assistant /Student Assistant will work under close supervision in a learning-centered environment to answer calls regarding foster youth rights, training, and publication requests to the Foster Care Ombudsperson Toll-Free Help Line; assist staff with coordination of office projects, outreach, and training; developing and maintaining social media opportunities and outlets and gathering information related to the placement, care, and services to children and youth in foster care.

Excellent attendance, teamwork, and professionalism are required at all times.

The state offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term care and disability insurance, as well as paid leave. Please see the Benefits section below for more details.

Would you like more information regarding career opportunities with the CDSS?  We’d love to hear from you!  Please contact us at  [email protected] and include the job classification and job control number in the subject line. Information about applying for a state job can be found here:  .

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This job advertisement has also been listed in the following counties:

Sacramento:

Los Angeles: JC-454224

Student Assistants, and Graduate Student Assistants are not allowed to work more than 1500 hours in a calendar year. If selected, the employee will receive hourly compensation based on the number of hours worked.

Must be registered as a student or enrolled in a graduate program at a college or university of recognized standing. Please provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts attached to your application.

Telework / Remote Work Information: This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in Cal i fornia. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Specific telework arrangements may be discussed in more detail with the respective hiring manager. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Social Services policies. Headquarter location will be designated based on the selected candidate's primary residence location, and/or the closest COSS location.

Special Requirements

Please Note:  A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

The SOQ should be no longer than two pages, singled-spaced, in no less than Arial 12-point font, and your name clearly noted at the top of both pages of your SOQ. If you include a resume or cover letter in your application package, they will not be considered a substitute for the SOQ, which is a required document.

1. What graduate/undergraduate program are you enrolled in and how will it assist you in performing the duties of this position.
2. The selected candidates for this position will be in contact (on the phones and social media platforms) with youth and families experiencing trauma. Please describe (in 500 words or less) your experience (lived and academic) in working with foster children or the child welfare system.

This position is subject to fingerprinting clearance by the Department of Justice.

You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is not complete. Resumes will not take the place of employment history.

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

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:

• Adapt to changing priorities
• Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills with the ability to present information and express ideas in a clear, confident, and convincing manner
• Excellent communication and interactive skills
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrate the ability to be accountable
• Proficient in the use of various computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications and be willing to learn new technological tools and to incorporate them in daily tasks
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment
• Perform both independently and in a cooperative team environment
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and work well under pressure to meet quick deadlines
• Possess excellent customer service skills
• Be able to work remotely and in an office environment
• Have excellent attendance

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!  The State of California has a generous benefits package that includes medical coverage, CalPERS pension upon retirement, two weeks paid vacation per year, two weeks paid sick leave per year, two paid Professional Development Days, one paid Personal Holiday, pre-tax parking fee program.

TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT

• Public transit (mass transit) passes.
  • 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
  • 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
• Vanpool drivers and riders
  • 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

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

Examination Information

Those interested in obtaining employment with any state agency must apply and compete through the state hiring and recruitment process.  

To apply for the examination for this position, click on the link below to search for the examination and follow the “How to Apply” instructions in the examination announcement:

Successful examination applicants are placed on an eligibility list.  If you already have list eligibility for this classification, you do not need to retake the examination.  Applicants should refer to their examination results or check their CalCareer account for specific list eligibility expiration dates and to re-take the examination when necessary.  For questions regarding the examination process, please contact the Examination Unit at:  [email protected] .

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 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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.

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