Student Budget & Data Assistant – Hybrid

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR); Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is seeking a Student Assistant – Budgets to support the preparation, development, and control of departmental budgets. The role involves working under supervision to assist with budget processes and reporting in a hybrid in Sacramento.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a related field (business, finance, economics, public administration) and possess strong analytical, numerical, and communication skills, with attention to detail and

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and numerical skills required.
• Proficiency with Excel and basic office software.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data work.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks.
• Professional, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn budgeting and financial processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, development, and control of departmental budgets.
• Support data analysis and reporting for CalHR and SPB.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Numerical skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Willingness to learn budgeting

Independence and teamwork

Enrollment in related field

Education

Enrollment in business/finance/economics/public administration

Tools

Excel

Office software

Job description

California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is seeking a Student Assistant – Budgets to support the preparation, development, and control of departmental budgets. The role involves working under supervision to assist with budget processes and reporting in a hybrid in Sacramento.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a related field (business, finance, economics, public administration) and possess strong analytical, numerical, and communication skills, with attention to detail and