About the role#
This Student Assistant position supports the Department of Human Resources (CalHR) and the State Personnel Board. You will work under the supervision of a Supervisor II to learn the basics of government financial operations. This role is a learner capacity position focused on the practical application of budgeting principles.
What you'll do#
- Assist in the preparation and development of departmental budgets.
- Help maintain control of financial records for CalHR and the State Personnel Board.
- Perform data work requiring high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Learn budgeting and financial processes within a government setting.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a related field such as business administration, finance, economics, or public administration.
- Minimum of 6 semester units or 9 quarter units per academic term, and 12 semester units or 18 quarter units per academic year.
- Minimum 2.0 grade point average.
- Proficiency with Excel and basic office software.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- You must provide transcripts or verification of college enrollment with your application.
Location & details#
- Location: Sacramento County, California.
- Work Modality: Hybrid. Employees are currently required to work in-person at least four days per week.
- Compensation: $3,167.00 - $4,268.00 per month.
- Employment Type: Full-time, non-tenured intermittent.
About State of California
The State of California operates as a government agency based in Sacramento. It employs over 46,000 people to manage public services across the region. The organization focuses on sectors including public health, education, engineering, and policy. It maintains operations in Sacramento to support its administrative and service functions.
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