GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT

Job Description and Duties

This position is located in the city of San Marcos .

Under the close supervision of a Rehabilitation Supervisor or Staff Services Manager I, the Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) will work an average of 15-20 hours per week in a trainee capacity and may assist in the delivery of vocational rehabilitation services including vocational assessments and conducting employment related workshops. The GSA will receive training and gain practical experience from observing and assisting professional staff in the District. They may assist to analyze and interpret medical, psychological and vocational records and information for the purpose of developing successful rehabilitation plans and case management. They may develop and maintain timely and necessary case documentation. The GSA may counsel with, plan, arrange for, and coordinate the vocational rehabilitation of persons with physical and mental disabilities which are substantial impediments to suitable employment once they have been trained. They may serve as liaison and consultant to community organizations regarding opportunities and considerations related to hiring individuals with disabilities.

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time.

This is a Non-Tenure/Intermittent position. Graduate Student Assistants can work no more than 1500 hours in a 12 consecutive month period.

"Multiple vacancies may exist."

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Permanent Intermittent employees are not allowed to work more than 1500 hours in a calendar year. The anticipated time worked will be 15-20 hours per week. If selected, the employee will receive an hourly compensation based on the number of hours worked.

The majority of the work will take place in one of the following locations with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders: a DOR open office setting in a cubicle environment, offsite in the community, at events and various partner locations, and/or at an approved alternate work location. The incumbent must have the ability to work in an office setting for up to 40 hours per week and remain at a workstation for extended periods while utilizing a personal computer, peripherals, and other office equipment with or without accommodation. The incumbent will be working in an office setting with both natural and artificial lighting. Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

Special Requirements

If mailing in an application, include JC#505164 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.

The Graduate Student Assistant classification is restricted to students in a college or university curriculum leading to an advanced degree in a professional area and requires the performance of entry-level professional work. The work assigned to incumbents of both classes must be related directly to their college curriculum and academic goals.

Graduate Student Assistants must show proof of enrollment in a graduate program at a college or university of recognized standing. The work assigned to incumbents must be related directly to their college curriculum and academic goals. Please provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts attached to your application.

Proof of enrollment in a graduate program is required. This is a Non-Tenure/Intermittent position. Graduate Student Assistants can work no more than 1500 hours in a 12 consecutive month period.

A cover letter and resume are required and must be included.

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:

• Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external contacts in a professional manner, and with integrity and respect

• Ability to help facilitate expeditious resolution of problems from in-person requests, incoming phone calls and emails

• Knowledge of DOR resources and processes, RAM, and federal and state Code of Regulations

• High level of organizational skills and office equipment and processes proficiency

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams

• Knowledge of department's mission and goals

• Experience communicating with and providing information regarding DOR services to applicants and consumers

• Ability to reason logically, write effectively, analyze situations accurately, and adopt an effective course of action; establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the work

• Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects

• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner

• Ability to work independently and in group settings

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:

• Medical Benefits, including health , dental , and vision insurance
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)
• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Reimbursement Accounts (Medical and Childcare)
• Disability Insurance Programs
• Alternate Work Schedules

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

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 required and must be included.
• Other - A cover letter is required.