Graduate Student Assistant - National Heritage Area - Delta Protection Commission

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 positing should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week’s notice.

UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates 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. 

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.

To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser: http://www.calinterns.org/wp-content/uploads/Affiliation_List.pdf

Students must be enrolled in at least 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

Anthropology, History, Political Science, Sociology, Graphic Design, Environmental Studies, Communications, Social Science, Geology, Physical Science, Public Policy and Administration.

Work Schedule

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

Additional Work Schedule

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

• Knowledge of Microsoft (MS) Office Suite specifically MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person. 
• Good listening skills, ability to ask clarifying questions as needed to understand assignments.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take direction, work independently, and be self-motivated.
• Ability to establish relationships and work with varying levels of staff including Executive leadership.
• Submission of a writing sample. Please note: A writing sample is a required part of interview process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a public outreach or project writing role. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with writing projects regarding the National Heritage Area, including but not limited to:

• Developing the next steps for a Junior Ranger and a Passport program.
• Contributing to newsletters and marketing materials
• Conducting research on other NHA programs and assist in establishing a plan to implement new California-based NHA programs.
• Assisting in planning and implementing a local-level celebration of America250 – the 250th anniversary of America’s founding.
• Conducting public outreach with the NHA Advisory Committee and DPC Information Officer and assist Program Manager with meeting facilitation.

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. Reasonable accommodations are available for all essential job duties. 

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment 1 - 3 days per week in West Sacramento. The office is located in a suburban area with no amenities within walking distance and only one bus stop near the office. The student assistant may travel with DPC staff within the Sacramento - San Joaquin Delta area.

Telework may be considered for some duties but is not guaranteed and will require the student sign a UEI telework agreement.

Application Instructions

Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the “Educational Experience” section and any employment history in the “Employment Experience” section of our application.

In addition to your resume, please upload a Cover Letter that details your interest in the role. 

Apply by: June 4, 2023