Student Assistant

CalRecycle; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CalRecycle is seeking a Student Assistant to support the CEW Recycling Program in Sacramento. The incumbent will learn regulatory requirements, verify sources, and communicate findings to program participants and the public.

As of July 1st, 2026, office-centered with four days per week in the office; hybrid telework may be available for eligible CA residents. The role involves processing forms, updating program data, and assisting staff with civil liability tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with CEW Recycling Program tasks and regulatory understanding.
• Record findings about recycled CEW sources and verify contact details.
• Assist with civil liability documentation and data entry in program systems.
• Prepare and organize documents and forms for processing.

Job description

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-534542
Position #(s):
835-706-4870-921
Working Title:
Student Assistant
Classification:
STUDENT ASSISTANT
$18.27 - $24.62
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Student Assistant

Department Information

California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) brings together the state’s recycling and waste management programs to move the state towards a circular economy that reduces waste and reuses all materials.
Through landmark initiatives like the Integrated Waste Management Act and Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, California works toward a society that uses less, recycles more, and takes resource conservation to higher and higher levels.
CalRecycle’s Mission: Protecting California’s environment and climate for the health and prosperity of future generations through the reduction, reuse and recycling of California resources, environmental education, disaster recovery and the transition from a disposable to a fully circular economy.
CalRecycle values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our emp loyees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect the environment and preserve resources by empowering Californians to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Join CalRecycle to improve the lives of all Californians.
Department Website: http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

Under the close supervision of the Supervisor I, the Student Assistant will provide support to the CalRecycle staff in the Covered Electronic Waste (CEW) Recycling Program. The incumbent will acquire an understanding of the regulatory requirements of the Program, apply them to their work, and be able to communicate them to direct Program participants as well as the public. The Student Assistant will review and record findings relating to the alleged source of the recycled CEW using a variety of information tools to verify the name, address, and phone number of the listed source. The incumbent will make phone calls to confirm the discard of the CEW, type and number of units and subsequently compile the findings into Program data systems. The Student Assistant will also provide assistance to staff with administration of the civil liability facet of the CEW Program through reviewing and processing forms and documents, organizing documentation, updating information in the Program data system and performing other technical tasks as required.
As of July 1st, 2026, the position is office-centered, and employees will be expected to report to the office at least four days per week. This position may be eligible for hybrid telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria set forth in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location, as indicated on their duty statement, at their own expense.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• When submitting application in hard copy, applicants are required to submit a standard state application (Form Std.678) with an original signature, and clearly indicate RPA 26-071 & Position # 835-706-4870-921 in the “Job Title(s)” section of the Standard State Application or you will not be considered for the position.
• Please attach a copy of your transcripts (unofficial or official) to your application to ensure the educational requirements have been met for this position. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected. Applicants who do not submit documentation (copy of transcripts) showing current enrollment will not be considered for the position.