<p>Job Description and Duties</p> <p>Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.</p> <p>Under close supervision of the Program Manager (EPM I) and in a learner capacity, the incumbent performs non-professional assignments of average difficulty in the field or office setting. These assignments may include activities related to animal health, food safety, emergency management and other special programs and functions. The Student Assistant must have knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, the ability to communicate and follow both oral and written instructions and the ability to work with others as a team. This class is not intended to be used for permanent employment and no full-time permanent appointments will be made in this class.</p> <ul> <li>Gather, review, and summarize research data from program databases, research documents, and sample reports </li><li>Compile information and data into a concise report for distribution to various stakeholders both internal and external </li><li>Travelling by personal, state-owned and rented vehicles, attend advisory board meetings throughout the state to learn about ACP activities, including locations that may be remote and not accessible by ride-share or public transportation </li><li>Observe and participate in working group sessions to understand current issues and topics affecting agriculture </li><li>Create, maintain, and update electronic and paper files and records for ACP </li><li>Purge files and records regularly according to the current retention schedule </li><li>Perform other job-related duties as requested by supervisor. </li></ul> <p>You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.</p> <p>Working Conditions</p> <p>The duties of this position are mostly conducted indoors, however incumbent may occasionally be required to work outside and under difficult conditions.</p> <p>In accordance with CA State Law, applicants are not required to live in California when applying. However, the selected applicant will need to reside in the state of CA prior to starting their position.</p> <p>Minimum Requirements</p> <p>You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.</p> <ul> <li>STUDENT ASSISTANT </li></ul> <p>Additional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Job Application Package Checklist </li><li>Duty Statement </li></ul> <p>Position Details</p> <p>Job Code #:</p> <p>JC-474358</p> <p>Position #(s):</p> <p>014-108-4870-982</p> <p>Working Title:</p> <p>Animal Care Intern</p> <p>Classification:</p> <p>STUDENT ASSISTANT</p> <p>$3,075.00 - $3,379.00 A</p> <p>$3,290.00 - $3,616.00 B</p> <p>$3,517.00 - $3,872.00 C</p> <p># of Positions:</p> <p>1</p> <p>Work Location:</p> <p>Sacramento County</p> <p>Telework:</p> <p>Hybrid</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Student Assistant</p> <p>Department Information</p> <p>The Animal Care Program (ACP), within the Animal Health and Food Safety Services division (AHFSS), regulates the confinement of calves raised for veal, breeding pigs and egg-laying hens to ensure compliance with farm animal housing and care provisions of the Health and Safety Code and California Code of Regulations.</p> <p>ACP strives to support innovation and agricultural diversity. One way to support these efforts is by working with future generations by offering an annual summer internship program, with the goal of engaging students in agriculture, promote future agriculture ambassadors, and serve as a long-term recruitment tool to promote opportunities available through ACP, AHFSS, and CDFA.</p> <p>Special Requirements</p> <ul> <li>The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. </li></ul> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Final Filing Date: Until Filled</p> <p>Who May Apply</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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).</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>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:</p> <p>Address for Mailing Application Packages</p> <p>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:</p> <p>Department of Food & Agriculture</p> <p>Attn: Human Resource Branch JC-474358</p> <p>1220 N Street, Room 242</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95814</p> <p>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages</p> <p>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:</p> <p>Department of Food & Agriculture</p> <p>Human Resource Branch JC-474358</p> <p>1220 N Street, Room 242</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95814</p> <p>ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IS PREFERRED. All mail or drop-off applications must include JC-474358</p> <p>08:00 AM - 05:00 PM</p> <p>Required Application Package Documents</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. </li><li>Other - </li></ul> <p>Proof of application for, or enrollment as a student in, an appropriate college or university program, with a minimum GPA of 2.0</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.</p> <p>Contact Information</p> <p>The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.</p> <p>Hiring Unit Contact:</p> <p>Elizabeth Cox</p> <p>(916) 900-5115</p> <p>elizabeth.cox@cdfa.ca.gov</p> <p>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.</p> <p>EEO Contact:</p> <p>Office of Civil Rights</p> <p>(916) 654-1005</p> <p>Civil_Rights@cdfa.ca.gov</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Hard Copy Applications</p> <p>If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 6/2024 version.</p> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>Please do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, salary or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application.</p> <p>If the classification you are applying for has an education requirement, transcripts will be required to verify you meet the minimum qualifications of the classification. Please be sure to redact any confidential information before uploading your transcripts.</p> <p>Upon hire you may be required to provide official sealed transcripts or an original degree or certificate.</p> <p>Applicants with foreign degrees may be asked to provide an official foreign transcript evaluation which indicates course work is equivalent to a degree from an accredited U.S. College or University.</p> <p>This position may require a medical clearance.</p> <p>Alternate Classifications and Training and Development assignments may be considered.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>