About the role#
University Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Student Assistant to support the Maintenance surplus property project within the Caltrans District 4 Office of Business Operations. This position offers a learning opportunity to gain practical experience in public administration, asset accountability, and records management. You will work under the supervision of the Logistics Operations Branch Chief to assist Maintenance yards with property survey forms and documentation for surplus equipment.
What you'll do#
- Assist Maintenance yard staff with completing property survey forms and assembling supporting documentation.
- Record equipment descriptions, tags, serial numbers, locations, condition, and reasons for disposal.
- Review submissions for missing information and identify discrepancies.
- Compile and verify lists of surplus equipment while documenting findings.
- Maintain project spreadsheets and status logs to track survey packets and review status.
- Prepare routine progress summaries and enter updates into authorized records.
- Organize electronic files, photographs, and supporting records.
- Assist with routine communication and scheduling between Maintenance yards, Property Control, and Logistics Operations.
- Participate in training on property control procedures, confidentiality, and workplace safety.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a college student at an accredited institution on the affiliation list.
- Current enrollment in at least six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduates, or four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.
- A major in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
- A minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to follow instructions, learn new tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with others.
- Interest in learning about government operations, property management, or recordkeeping.
Location & details#
- Location: Oakland, California.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $18.27 to $24.62 per hour.
- Schedule: Flexible hours between 8 AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday. Generally up to 24 hours per week during the academic year and up to 40 hours per week during breaks.
- Term: Rolling.
- This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited position.
About University Enterprises, Inc.
University Enterprises, Inc. is a non-profit corporation based in Sacramento, California. Founded in 1946, it provides programs and services to support the campus community at Sacramento State. The organization employs 133 people. It functions as a resource for the educational and social environment of the university.
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