Student Assistant - Administrative Support - Hybrid

Theuniversityunion; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

The CPUC is seeking two creative and analytical student assistants to help resolve complex governmental problems in the Communications Division. The student assistant will assist with special projects across units of the division.

This role offers hands-on experience with government guidelines, data analysis, and presenting ideas while gaining stakeholder cooperation in day-to-day work. It is a part-time, non-benefited UEI position in California.

Qualifications

• Must be a college student attending classes during the term.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex governmental problems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist hiring managers with scheduling interviews and recruitment activities.
• Provide administrative support to units within the Communications Division.
• Process and maintain resolutions and update SharePoint pages.
• Coordinate external job postings with Talent and post positions online.
• Track probation reports and performance summaries and send reminders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Scheduling coordination

Independent work

Confidential information handling

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

Visio

Job description

• Base Pay $17.00 - $24.00 / Hour
• Job Category Part-time, Off-campus, Public Utilities Commission
• Employee Type Student Assistant
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is seeking to hire two (2) creative and analytical student assistants who can assist in resolving complex governmental problems in the Communications Division. The student assistant will be assisting with special projects within the many units of the division.

This position will provide the student assistant with experience performing complex analytical work while following government guidelines and obtaining the ability to analyze data and present ideas, as well as gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of stakeholders in day-to-day work.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.

Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.

UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week’s notice.

UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employees who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.

Prerequisites

Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (Fall, Spring and Winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list.

Students must be enrolled in at least: six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.

Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.

Majors/Fields of Study

Business Administration, Communication Studies, Economics, or Public Policy.

Work Schedule

F lexible workdays and work hours, Monday – Friday, between 8 AM – 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.

Compensation

$17.00 to $24.00 per hour.

Additional Work Schedule

Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday – Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).

Minimum Qualifications

• Must complete each term with minimum unit requirements for Undergraduate and Graduate student classifications. Proof will be collected at the end of each Spring and Fall term.
• Ability to use logical and creative thinking to identify and resolve complex governmental problems.
• Experience developing and evaluating alternatives.
• Strong analytical and written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Experience coordinating the work of others.
• Demonstrated independence, flexibility, open-mindedness, and tact.
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intermediate Microsoft Office experience is preferred. Including, but not limited to, Excel, SharePoint, and Visio.
• Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.
  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist hiring managers with scheduling interviews and coordinating recruitment activities.
• Provide administrative support to all branches and units within the Communications Division.
• Process and maintain Resolutions.
• Update and maintain SharePoint pages and content.
• Update organizational charts.
• Coordinate external job postings with Talent and post positions on various recruitment sites.
• Track Probation Reports and Performance Appraisal Summaries and send timely reminder emails.

Physical Requirements

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a hybrid office environment.

The office is located at 300 Capitol Mall, Suite 500, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Students/Employees will be required to work according to the current UEI remote workplace policy and sign a UEI Work from Home Agreement. The decision to permit an employee to work from home is at the discretion of the supervisor or employer and may, at any time and with or without cause, unilaterally terminate the option to work from home.

Summary

The CPUC regulates privately owned electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water, railroad, rail transit, and passenger transportation companies, in addition to authorizing video franchises. Our five Governor- appointed Commissioners, as well as our staff, are dedicated to ensuring that consumers have safe, reliable utility service at reasonable rates, protecting against fraud, and promoting the health of California’s economy.

To learn more visit: www.cpuc.ca.gov

Additional Information

• Job Requisition # 722079041
• Agency/Department Public Utilities Commission