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University Enterprises

Student Assistant - Data Management & Data Governance

University Enterprises, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828


Description

The California Air Resources Board is seeking to hire one dedicated and detail-oriented student to assist with data management and data governance efforts within our Data Management/Governance team. This role is perfect for someone studying Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Data Science, Geography, or a related field. The student assistant will play a crucial role in managing environmental data, ensuring data quality, and supporting the governance of our data assets.

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 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

Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Environmental Studies, Data Science, Geography, or a related field

Work Schedule

Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday - Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor. Telecommute full time but need to work in Sacramento Downtown headquarters when requested.

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

Currently pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Environmental Studies, Geography, Data Science, or a related field.Basic understanding of data management principles and data governance frameworks, with a focus on environmental data.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with an interest in environmental research and data management.Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse team of scientists and researchers.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Eagerness to learn and contribute to environmental data governance initiatives.Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with environmental data sources and tools, such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems), remote sensing data, and environmental databases, is a plus.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic knowledge of database management systems (e.g., SQL) or data analysis tools (e.g., R, Python) is advantageous.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 in collecting, organizing, and maintaining environmental data from various sources, including fieldwork, sensors, and public databases.Perform data entry, cleaning, and validation to ensure accuracy and completeness of environmental datasets.Help develop and maintain data dictionaries, metadata documentation, and data repositories.Support the creation and implementation of workflows for data management, including data archiving and retrieval.Assist in enforcing data governance policies and standards specific to environmental data.Collaborate with scientists, researchers, and data stewards to ensure adherence to data quality and security protocols.Help create and update data governance documentation, including data stewardship guides and governance frameworks tailored to environmental data.Participate in data governance meetings, providing support for reporting and documentation.Assist in basic data analysis tasks, including data visualization and report generation to support environmental research and projects.Support the identification and resolution of data-related issues and discrepancies, particularly those affecting environmental research outcomes.Monitor data access and usage to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and data privacy standards.Assist in identifying and addressing potential data security risks, particularly those relevant to sensitive environmental data.

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.

In addition to your resume, please upload the following documents:

Apply by:

November 8, 2024