GRADUATE STUDENT ASSISTANT
DUTY STATEMENT
Under the close supervision and in a learner capacity, The Graduate Student Assistant will support the Council on Criminal Justice and Behavioral Health (CCJBH) Unit in achieving its objectives by performing a variety of project tasks. Minimal local travel may be required.
Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, participating in various phases of a planned training program, learn policies, procedures, and techniques, perform meaningful tasks which are valuable and necessary to the program of the department, gain practical experience in the professional or technical field of study, assist in research, analysis, review and other related activities in the department.
40% Conducts literature reviews on diversion strategies, training programs, health care services for the formerly incarcerated, and programs to prevent juvenile delinquency. Identifies and catalogues various research and evaluation efforts in the states that are studying the impact of Public Safety Reform. Assists Senior CCJBH staff in creating surveys to be disseminated to council members and stakeholders. Under the direction of fellow senior CCJBH staff, analyzes results of CCJBH surveys and other CDCR data; creates tables, graphs, and figures based on data analysis results. Gathers and summarizes information to determine best practices in diversion, training and juvenile justice under the direction of fellow senior CCJBH staff. Participates in developing a transition plan document and briefing materials of CCJBH’s mission, functions, and future priorities for the new administration.
30% Provides assistance in planning and staffing of CCJBH workshops, full council meetings, and CCJBH sponsored events including developing agendas, identifying speakers, and participating in other activities related to the planning and execution of CCJBH meetings and events. Assists Senior CCJBH staff with tracking and analyzing policies and legislation at the federal, state and local levels that impact issues relevant to CCJBH’s purpose. Supports CCJBH’s relationship building and collaboration efforts by conducting outreach to county programs and partner organizations. Assists with the planning and execution of educational program site visits and/or informational and educational visits with legislators or key staff. Minimal travel to other local state agencies for meetings, training and workshops.
25% Participates in developing communication plan by assisting in the development of communication tools for CCJBH members and stakeholders regarding the contents of their work and recommendations. Identifies and prepares content for the CCJBH newsletter bulletin-blog and website about activities and/or other items of interest such as relevant research findings, legislation and policy issues, and media. Assists with additional communication strategies as assigned.
5% Performs other related duties as required.