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Job Description and Duties

This is a continuance of a previously posted advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.

This position is located in the city of  San Diego .

Under supervision from a Staff Services Manager I, the Graduate Student Assistant (GSA) will assist the CSP Senior Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, and other professionals, prepare individuals with disabilities to reach their employment potential, playing a pivotal role in advancing the California Subminimum Wage to Integrated Employment Project (CSP). The GSA works an average of 15-20 hours per week in a trainee capacity to assist with the delivery of Customized Employment (CE) services to individuals with disabilities, particularly those with significant barriers to employment, supporting them in obtaining competitive, community-based jobs that pay at least minimum wage.

Proof of enrollment in a graduate program is required. This is a non-tenure / intermittent position. Graduate Student Assistants can work no more than 1500 hours in a 12 consecutive month period.

Travel is required (e.g. local schools, community organizations and / or employer sites).

Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office / telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent must live and work in California. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and / or cancelled at any time.

Multiple vacancies may exist.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Seasonal Clerks, Student Assistants and Graduate Student Assistants are not allowed to work more than 1500 hours in a calendar year. The anticipated time worked will be 20 hours per week. If selected, the employee will receive an hourly compensation based on the number of hours worked.

Special Requirements

Include JC#464677on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the “Questions” tab of your CalCareer application template. Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job.

It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered.

• Do not submit any document(s) with your social security number on it
• Do not submit your exam result(s) along with your application.
• Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed application. This page is for examination use only.

Graduate Student Assistants must show proof of enrollment in a graduate program at a college or university of recognized standing. The work assigned to incumbents must be related directly to their college curriculum and academic goals. Please provide a copy of your unofficial transcripts attached to your application.

A resume and cover letter are required and must be included. Please attach a cover letter that details why you are interested and qualified for this position. Applications received without a cover letter will not be considered.

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Common Carrier Travel and Accident Insurance – for Excluded Employees Only

Offers employer-paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance to managers, supervisors and other specified employees who travel on state business.

Commute Program

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Consolidated Benefits (CoBen)

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Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA)

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Health Benefits

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Long-Term Care Program

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Reimbursement Accounts

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Third-Party Pre-Tax Parking Reimbursement Account Program

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Vision Benefits

Employer-paid benefit that offers you and your dependents an annual eye examination and an allowance for frames and lenses. An enhanced vision plan is also available which provides higher allowances for certain materials and other benefits.