Student Assistant – Budgets (Student Assistant)

Job Description and Duties Why join CalHR? The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) was named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winner for strengths development, a national recognition of organizations that build cultures helping people do their best work. This honor reflects our department-wide investment in a strengths-based workplace that supports growth, leadership and a stronger employee experience. Join CalHR to work in an environment that prioritizes professional development and public service. The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is the pillar of human resources management for all state employees. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 400 CalHR team members who serve as trusted advisors to our strategic partners and the public. If you are interested in providing exceptional human resource services and guidance, CalHR is the place for you. By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside passionate professionals. Get to know us more here! CalHR employees are excluded from bargaining and are eligible to receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance, employer paid life insurance, additional vacation/annual leave, and are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today! About this Role Under close supervision and in a learner capacity of the Supervisor II, the Student is responsible for assisting in the preparation, development, and control of the departmental budgets for CalHR and the State Personnel Board (SPB). How to Apply Information about applying for a state job can be found here: Three Steps to a State Job. If you’re interested in exploring additional job opportunities at CalHR, please reach out to our recruitment team at CalHRTalentEngagement@calhr.ca.gov. We’d love to hear from you! You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Candidates must provide transcripts (unofficial or official) and/or verification of college enrollment with their application when applying for this position. Candidates must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester units or 9 quarter units per academic term with no less than 12 semester units or 18 quarter units per academic year. Candidates must have a 2.0 grade point average. Additionally, the candidate’s field of study shall correlate with the duties of this position. 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: • Strong analytical and numerical skills • Proficiency with Excel and basic office software • Attention to detail and accuracy in data work • Clear written and verbal communication skills • Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks • Professional, reliable, and able to maintain confidentiality • Willingness to learn budgeting and financial processes • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Enrollment in a related field such as business, finance, economics, or public administration