Under the general supervision of the Information Security Officer and Chief Information Officer, the Graduate Student Assistant performs a variety of duties in support of Cybersecurity and Information Technology Help Desk functions; supports scripting and programming for Cybersecurity automation; helps in establishing Cybersecurity inventories (both hardware and software); assists in performing routine Help Desk ticket tasks.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code :
JC-477226
Position (s):
-901
Working Title:
INFORMATION SECURITY STUDENT ASSISTANT
Classification:
GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT $3,616.00 - $5,641.00
of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Student Assistant
Special Requirements A Statement of Qualifications is required. See SOQ section below for specific instructions.
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: 5/19/2025
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 . 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:
Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (BHSOAC)
Kimberly Watkins
Attn: Human Resources
1812 9th Street
Sacramento , CA 95811
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Behavioral Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (BHSOAC)
Kimberly Watkins
Human Resources
1812 9th Street
Sacramento , CA 95811
08:00 AM - 05:00 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 . 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.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
- Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications is required. See SOQ section below for specific instructions
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.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Additional Application Information Applications received without the following information may be considered incomplete:
• "to" and "from" dates (month/day/ year);
• hours worked per week;
• civil service classification or private sector job titles;
• supervisor name and phone number;
• duties performed.
Applications with "see resume" in place of duties performed are not acceptable.
Statement of Qualification A Statement of Qualifications addressing the questions below must be included with your application packet and must be no more than two pages, with no less than 12-point font.
Please create a title called "Statement of Qualifications for CBH" at the top of your document, centered in width to the page. Also, your document should have a footer with your first and last name on the left corner, and today's date in the right corner. You must number and type these questions before you respond.
1. How long and for what purpose have you programmed in general-purpose programming languages (such as Python, C , C , etc.) and/or Linux scripting languages (such as BASH, csh, tcsh, etc.)? Describe in some detail your experience.
2. Have you debugged hardware or software problems on a Windows computer for a job or a class? For how long? Describe in some detail your experience.
3. Optional Have you studied, or worked, in Artificial Intelligence? Please describe in some detail.
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.