The Department of State Hospitals - Napa (DSH-Napa) is hiring intermittent temporary Student Assistants in the Fire Department. The Student Assistants will be under the supervision of the Fire Chief, and will perform the full range of fire prevention, fire suppression and other assigned duties, tasks, and responsiblities. This is a great educational and training opportunity while attending college classes.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Multiple cut-off dates are set for application submission: July 16, 2024, August 16, 2024, September 16, 2024, October 16, 2024, November 16, 2024 and December 16, 2024. Applications received after a cut-off date will be processed for the next cut-off date listed.

Applications may be pre-screened. Only the most qualified candidates meeting the minimum qualifications (see below) will be considered for an interview. All interested qualified candidates that meet the criteria should submit a State of California STD 678 Employment Application online, hand deliver or mail to the Human Resources - Examination/Hiring Unit.

Minimum Qualifications
Proof of application for, or enrollment as a student in, an appropriate college or university program.

Please be certain that your application package is thorough, completely describes your work experience, and transcripts have been uploaded. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED .

Please include "Student Assistant-Fire Fighter JC-437304 in the "Job Title(s)" Section of the application if you are not electronically submitting your application. Electronic submission of applications and transcripts are highly suggested.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STUDENT ASSISTANT

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-437304

Position #(s):
480-554-4870-XXX

Working Title:
STUDENT ASSISTANT (Fire Fighter)

Classification:
STUDENT ASSISTANT $2,985.00 - $4,023.00 Hourly salary: $17.22 - $23.21 per hour

# of Positions:
6

Work Location:
Napa County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
Student Assistant

Department Information
Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
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).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals
Attn: Exams & Hiring - Attn: CP
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa , CA 94558

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals
Exams & Hiring - Attn: CP
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.

Napa , CA 94558

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

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 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.
• Degree and/or School Transcripts

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.

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:
Candidates who are currently enrolled in a college or university seeking training in modern fire prevention and suppression principles and techniques and fire-fighting tools and apparatus; learn to use and maintain motorized fire-fighting equipment.

Benefits
This classification may be eligile for benefits. Benefit information may be obtained by visiting the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) web site and to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) web site for retirement and health benefit information.

Other benefits include:

• Free Parking
• On-site childcare
• Electric Vehicle charging stations
• Beautiful walking trails and access to parks
• On-site exercise facility

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: https://www.dsh.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Cari Paganini
(000) -
cari.paganini@dsh.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Kevin Brodie
(707) 815-9677
kevin.brodie@dsh.ca.gov

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:
Office of Human Rights
(916) 573-2727
dsh.eeo@dsh.ca.gov
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.

Applicant Survey

Please let us know how you learned about this career opportunity by taking the brief survey that follows: Recruitment Survey

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 CalCareers Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

Please note: This survey is separate from the job application. It will not be viewed by hiring managers nor used in any employment decisions.

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.