Job Posting: Youth Aid

Department of Water Resources

JC-487143
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Youth Aid
YOUTH AID

$18.26 - $18.26 per Hour
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 8/18/2025

Job Description and Duties

If you are a student looking for an exciting opportunity and want to join a diverse and dynamic team, then this is the place for you! Under close supervision and in a trainee capacity of the Staff Services Manager II (SSMIl) for the Division of Business Services (DBS) and Division of Human Resources (DHR) the incumbent performs routine clerical duties for DBS and DHR.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-487143
Position #(s):
840-610-9991-900
Working Title:
Youth Aid
Classification:
YOUTH AID
$18.26 - $18.26
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Non-Tenured, Intermittent

Department Information

Division of Business Services, Administration and Transportation Management, 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 justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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

Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR’s Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers.

Special Requirements

Periodic statewide travel may be required to other DWR Division/Office locations. Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License, and have general knowledge of vehicle condition, traffic and driving safety skills and rules.

 

All applicants for Youth Aid positions must meet the following departmental eligibility requirements. 1. Enrolled full-time in high school or in nine (9) semester/ eight (8) quarter units for undergraduate. 2. Must have a minimum 2.0 Grade Point Average (GPA).

    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: 8/18/2025

    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 in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.

    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
    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:


    We are seeking a self-motivated candidate with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and writing); excellent organizational and computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, i.e., Outlook, Excel, SharePoint; ability to multi-task, meet short deadlines with competing priorities strong customer service, detail oriented, and willingness and ability to excel in a team environment. The incumbent will be expected to maintain consistent and predictable attendance in the performance of their duties. Flexible schedule during office hours up to 1500 hours per year.

    Benefits

    Our headquarters located at 7th & P Street in downtown Sacramento is the newest high-rise tower that features sustainable construction, plenty of natural lighting and functionally designed work spaces including sit-stand workstations. Our Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum headquarters has a full-service cafe, an onsite free fitness center, and indoor bicycle storage, and is within walking distance to nearby restaurants.  Visit our Natural Resources Agency website for more exciting information: https://thrive.cnra.ca.gov/ 

     

    In addition to state-of-the-art amenities, we offer an award-winning employee recognition program, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and new daycare facilities in the making. We’re also located right next to Light Rail for an easy commute – we’ll even reimburse you for a portion of your monthly public transit pass! 

     

    DWR offers a competitive pay schedule and work-life balance for all its employees.  The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit and conditions of employment.  

    For the latest information on the benefits offered by the State of California, explore the Health Benefits Summary provided by CalHR 

    Contact Information

    The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

    Hiring Unit Contact:
    Arthur Wong
    (916) 820-7634
    arthur.wong@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
    civilrights@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, and unofficial transcripts.  Please reference SAP Position # 50037625 and Job Control #487143 in the “examination(s) or 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.

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

    Examination/Assessment

    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.

    Application Methods:
    Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
    By Mail
    Drop-off
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