IT Student Assistant

California Franchise Tax Board; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

California Franchise Tax Board is seeking an IT Student Assistant to support the Accessible Technology Program in Sacramento. You will review accessibility-related procurement requests, check VPATs for completeness, and enter information into Azure DevOps, with light analysis for 508/WCAG compliance.

You will assist with document remediation in Office/Adobe, contribute to accessibility reports, and participate in projects that reduce accessibility risk while expanding knowledge of EA, SDLC, and

Qualifications

• All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications and Alternate Range Placement for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678).
• The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements"

Responsibilities

• Review and process accessibility procurement requests.
• Check VPATs for completeness and enter information into Azure DevOps.
• Perform light analysis of software and hardware for Section 508 and WCAG compliance.
• Research OEM product information and obtain VPATs from vendors.
• Help prepare accessibility variance reports.
• Assist with reviewing and processing software catalog requests for completeness and non-duplication.
• Build understanding of FTB's EA structure, the Software Development Lifecycle, and IT standards.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Typing speed

Data entry

Research skills

Reliability

Prioritization

Positive attitude

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description And Duties

The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

In a learning capacity, assist and support the Accessible Technology Program by reviewing and processing accessibility-related procurement requests, checking VPATs for completeness, and entering information into Azure DevOps. Perform light analysis of software and hardware for Section 508 and WCAG compliance, research OEM product information, obtain VPATs from vendors, and help prepare accessibility variance reports.

Support basic document remediation in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro, contribute to accessibility reports, and participate in special projects that reduce accessibility risk. Maintain and grow knowledge of Section 508, WCAG, and accessibility best practices, including attending relevant training as needed.

Assist with reviewing and processing software catalog requests, ensuring they are complete and non_duplicative, and help with researching software for optimization and compliance. Build understanding of FTB's Enterprise Architecture (EA) structure, the Software Development Lifecycle, EA Compliance, and IT standards, and attend meetings or training to deepen familiarity.

Attend team meetings across disciplines to address accessibility issues and perform other related duties as assigned by the EA Section Manager.

Additional positions may become available (RPA 2627-00431).

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-530889

Position #(s): 564-902-4870-XXX

Working Title: IT Student Assistant

Classification: STUDENT ASSISTANT

$3,167.00 - $3,480.00 A

$3,389.00 - $3,724.00 B

$3,623.00 - $3,988.00 C

$3,878.00 - $4,268.00 D

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Student Assistant

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:

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications and Alternate Range Placement for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under \"Minimum Requirements\”

We encourage applications regardless of whether you think you meet 100% of these skills below. Please highlight your knowledge, skills, and experience related to the below desirable qualifications in your application package.

• Experience using Microsoft Office products effectively, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and/or SharePoint


• Effective written and verbal communication skills


• Basic typing and data-entry skills


• Basic research or information-gathering skills


• Reliability and ability to follow through on assigned tasks


• Ability to prioritize work daily


• Positive attitude and willingness to support program needs

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Classification and Hiring Unit

[phone]

Hiring Unit Contact:

Jennifer Withers / IT Workforce

[phone]

[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Reasonable Accommodation Unit

[phone]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Final Filing Date: 9/22/2026