STUDENT ASSISTANT

California Department of Social Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The California Department of Social Services in Sacramento County is seeking a County Payments Unit Student Assistant to learn disbursement processes and support counties and vendors.

You will interpret disbursement rules, assist with invoicing, scheduling payments, and collaborate with CDSS staff and control agencies; SOQ is required.

Qualifications

• The position learns to interpret disbursement rules, regulations, and established procedures.
• Invoicing, validating, and scheduling payments to counties and vendors.
• Works closely with CDSS staff and control agencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with interpretation of disbursement rules and procedures.
• Process invoicing, validation, and scheduling of payments to counties and vendors.
• Collaborate with CDSS staff and control agencies on payment activities.

Job description

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-528985
• Position #: 800-625-4870-950
• Working Title: County Payments Unit Student Assistant
• Classification: STUDENT ASSISTANT

Salary

• $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.

Number of Positions

# of Positions: 1

Location

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type

Job Type: Student Assistant

Department Information

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment? The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the people of California experiencing need in ways that empower wellbeing and disrupt systemic inequities. The vision of the California Department of Social Services is to provide quality services with a commitment to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable California where all people can thrive.

CDSS Guiding Principles

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Accessibility. Belonging.

We ensure opportunities for everyone to participate in a meaningful way in fulfilling the mission and vision of CDSS.

Community Engagement

We prioritize the lived experiences of community members as a driving force behind the creation, implementation, desired impact, or change of programs and services.

Empowerment

We engage, operate, and advocate from the understanding that each community and person has desires and capabilities to lead in their own life.

Quality Services

We provide services that align intent and impact by ensuring that they are accessible, community driven, interconnected, and continuously improved.

Data Defined Outcomes

We equitably collect and analyze data, take data-driven action, and measure outcomes relevant to those we serve, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Job Description And Duties

The Accounting Disbursements Bureau is recruiting a motivated self-starter looking for a challenging, exciting, and friendly working environment with a variety of work assignments at the Student Assistant level in the County Payments Unit. This position learns to interpret appropriate disbursement rules, regulations, and established procedures, as well as invoicing, validating, and scheduling of payments to counties and vendors. This position also works closely with California Department of Social Services staff and control agencies.

The Department of Social Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment.

Special Requirements

Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications or Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted along with your application to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without an SOQ may be disqualified 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.

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit a standard application (STD. 678). In the ‘Examinations’ section of the STD. 678, you must indicate your appointment eligibility (list, transfer, permissive reinstatement, etc.) and reference the Position number and Job Control (JC) number. A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED.

The SOQ must: be in 12 pt. Arial font; have 1” margins; be limited to no more than one (1) single-sided page; be in narrative form (with no bullet points); and detail your interest in the Department of Social Services and how your education and experience qualifies you for the position.

Only complete applications that include a SOQ will be reviewed and only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed.

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.

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.

Required Application Package Documents

• 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Who May Apply

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. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Final Filing Date

Final Filing Date: 8/28/2026