Student Assistant (E&A)

The Delta Levees office is in search of an energetic and motivated Student Assistant (Engineering and Architectural Sciences) to join the Delta Levees Maintenance Subventions Program. This position is more than a line item on a resume. With guidance from branch engineers, the trainee will turn their knowledge into hands-on experience in preparation for a professional career. It is an opportunity to, in a trainee capacity, collaborate on significant projects and deliver quality work that has a positive and lasting influence in the community and the environment, as they relate to Delta Levees System Integrity.

The student will gain practical knowledge by assisting engineers in the administration of levee maintenance and rehabilitation projects. Learning opportunities include reviewing plans and specifications, checking invoices for compliance with the Scope of Work and/or program guidelines, preparing project-related correspondence and memoranda, observing construction activities, and providing technical information for coordination and collaboration with multi agency multidisciplinary teams. Tasks also include assisting with database entries, data tabulation, preparation of technical reports, spreadsheets, graphs, and visual aids, using various computer software including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and GIS, and performing other duties as assigned. There may be opportunities to provide support during Governor declared emergencies as directed by the immediate supervisor.

The expected term of employment is a minimum of one year. The work schedule is negotiable based on student's school schedule.

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 -ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURAL SCIENCES-

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-450180

Position #(s):
841-121-4871-900

Working Title:
Student Assistant (E&A)

Classification:
STUDENT ASSISTANT -ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURAL SCIENCES- $17.74 - $27.34

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Student Assistant

Department Information
Division of Multibenefit Initiatives, Delta Resiliency Branch, Delta Levees Section, Delta Levees Maintenance Subventions Program Unit, Sacramento

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state's people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR's equal employment opportunity program centers around +diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Department Website: https://water.ca.gov

Free career consultation services including one-on-one State career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by experienced recruiters are now available at the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) Career Center, located at the Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. Walk-ins are welcome every Tuesday and Thursday from 11am-4pm.

Special Requirements

This is a non-testing classification, therefore anyone meeting the minimum qualifications listed on the classification specification may apply for this position. However, all applicants for this Student Assistant position must meet the following departmental eligibility requirements:

Enroll in nine (9) semester/eight (8) quarter units for undergraduate students or six (6) semester/four (4) quarter units for graduate students.

Achieve a 2.0 grade point average in the most recently completed academic term.

Declare a major related to the duties of the advertised position and enroll in coursework required for that major.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 10/15/2024
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 Water Resources
Mailing Address
Attn: Division of Human Resources
P.O. Box 1079

Sacramento , CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Water Resources
Submit in Person
Certification Desk
715 P Street, 7th floor

Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 04:30 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 required and must be included.
• School Transcripts
• Other - Cover Letter.

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:

The ideal candidate will be familiar with basic engineering concepts and scientific methods of problem solving; basic Microsoft and GIS software experience; good written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits
Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Kellee Brinkman
(916) 291-2152
kellee.brinkman@water.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 Civil Rights
(916) 653-6952
weo@water.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.

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts. Please reference SAP Position #50026153 and Job Control #450180 in job title(s) for which you are applying" section of your application.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The follow basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/ Surplus.

Click here to complete DWR's Recruitment Survey . This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

Exam/Assessment Info

For more information about the State hiring process, click here . To learn more about how to get a State job , click here .

This is a non-testing classification; therefore, no examination/assessment is required. Please refer to the "Special Instructions" section in regarding how to apply for this position.

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.