EH&S Student Assistant- 2 Openings (Solano Campus)

Cal Poly Maritime Academy; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Cal Poly Maritime Academy in Vallejo, CA is seeking an EH&S Student Assistant (2 openings). This temporary, part-time position supports the Environmental Health & Safety and Utilities, Energy & Sustainability departments with a focus on Excel-based tasks and safety program support.

The role involves a mix of office and fieldwork, requiring strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Prior Excel proficiency is highly valued, and there are opportunities to contribute to safety and

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Adobe Acrobat is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to learn new programs and mobile apps.

Responsibilities

• Eye wash and safety drench shower testing.
• AED inspection and Fire Extinguisher inspection.
• First Aid Kit restocking.
• Utility meter reading and reporting.
• Opportunities to participate in campus projects and improvements.

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Documentation

Collaboration

Self-motivation

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Note: This position is open only to current Cal Poly Maritime Academy–Solano Campus students

Working Title: EH&S Student Assistant (2 Openings)

Classification Title: Student Assistant

Department Name: Environmental Health & Safety/Risk Management, Utilities, Energy & Sustainability

Time Base: Part-time

Hours to be Worked: Up to 20 hours per week

Supervisor's Name: Craig Dawson

Pay Plan: Hourly

Bargaining Unit: CSUEU, Unit 15 Student Assistants

Employment Type: Temporary

Pay Rate

• Hourly Rate: $20.00

Application Deadline

Open until filled.

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to support two complex departments. One is Utilities, Energy & Sustainability, and the other is the multifaceted Environmental Health & Safety Department (EH&S). This position has extensive possibilities based on the candidate's interests and demonstrated abilities. The work will be a combination of office and fieldwork; strong Microsoft, particularly Excel, computer skills are a plus.

About Cal Poly

Cal Poly is a nationally ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 22,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo and Cal Poly Maritime Academy in Solano County to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities, maritime and the built environment. Cal Poly’s hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit www.calpoly.edu .

About Cal Poly Maritime Academy

Cal Poly Maritime Academy, located in Vallejo, California, is the only degree-granting maritime academy on the West Coast and a nationally recognized public maritime university on the Solano Campus of California Polytechnic State University. It prepares students for leadership roles in maritime operations, engineering, logistics, business, global supply chains and national security. Through Cal Poly's Learn by Doing philosophy, students train hands-on in classrooms and labs and aboard the Training Ship Golden Bear. For more information, visit maritime.calpoly.edu .

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Working Within the California State University System

As part of the California State University, the nation's largest public four-year university system, Cal Poly employees contribute to a broader mission of advancing knowledge, creating opportunity and serving the people of California.

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Job Duties

Recurring monthly responsibilities, which may include:

• Eye wash and safety drench shower testing
• Automated Defibrillator (AED) inspection
• Fire Extinguisher inspection
• First Aid Kit restocking
• Utility meter reading and reporting

There are also opportunities for work on projects, which may include:

• Chemical inventories on campus, on the TSGB, and preparation of anticipated inventory for the Training Ship Golden State (TSGS)
• Improve campus recycling program
• And many more opportunities

Required Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Adobe Acrobat is preferred but not mandatory. Ability to learn new programs and mobile apps.
• Excellent problem solver with keen investigative skills.
• Very well organized and able to track multiple projects.
• Ability to develop documentation describing procedures.
• An ability to work collaboratively with others while being a motivated self-starter requiring limited direction.

Title IX:

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Maritime Academy provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Maritime Academy complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Cal Poly Maritime Academy is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly Maritime Academy, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Eligibility to Work:

Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States within three days of the date of hire.

Integration

Effective July 1, 2025, the California State University Maritime Academy integrated with California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, forming one academic institution operated as California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. All employment positions previously associated with California State University Maritime Academy have transitioned to California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo.

Employment continues to be governed by California State University policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements. As we integrate our human resources and administrative systems, some materials may still display legacy Cal Maritime branding and templates.

Disclaimer:

The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained may be modified or changed.

Education Code 89521 Requirements:

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.