University Enterprises, Inc.

Compensation

Full Description

The Department of Industrial Relations is seeking to hire two student assistants. Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager II, the Personnel, Strategic Planning and Risk Analyst monitors and consults with department subject experts and program leaders to coordinate the department’s various requests in order to improve enterprise risk management (ERM) and business processes in alignment with the strategic direction of the Labor Commissioner's Office (LCO) and the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). The student assistants will conduct detailed research, analysis, and documentation of business processes, support ERM initiatives, strategic planning and assist in organizational change management efforts. This position may be filled at our Sacramento, Oakland, or Los Angeles locations. 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 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 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. 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: 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, Communications, Computer Science and Engineering, Data Science, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, Mathematics and Statistics, Education, Business, Business Management 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. 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). Compensation $18.27 - $33.52 per hour New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Minimum Qualifications • Basic verbal and written communication skills. • Basic skills of Microsoft Office application including Word, Excel, PowerPoint. • Demonstrate effective time management and punctuality. Follow direction when given general supervision. Preferred Qualifications • Typing speed of 40 words per minute. • Experience in fact finding or report writing. • Analytical Experience. • Customer Service Experience.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 • Collaborates with internal staff and departmental units to ensure organizational compliance, operational efficiency, and effective risk management practices. • Maintain risk assessment tools, such as risk matrices, heat maps, and dashboards. • Analyzes internal and external reports, including legislative reports and media reports to ensure there is consistency and alignment. • Gathers, compiles and reviews pertinent information to provide department leadership. • Prepares meeting materials and records detailed notes to capture key findings and decisions. • Collaborate with team members to gather and interpret technical research and statistical data. • Drafts comprehensive reports based on information gathered. • Managing contract activities. • Gathers and analyzes information and/or completes reports as requested by DIR and/or LCO leadership, including but not limited to language surveys and record retention schedules. • Coordinates and/or conducts annual inventories, including public forms and internal forms.Providing general analytical support to LCO programs as it relates to the facilities and procurement related needs of the division statewide. 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 an office environment. 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. Apply by: November 3, 2025 The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established in 1927. Its mission is to improve working conditions for California's wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California. DIR administers and enforces laws governing wages, workplace safety and health, apprenticeship training programs, and medical care and other benefits for injured workers. To learn more visit: https://www.dir.ca.gov/