Geographic Information System (GIS) Student Assistant-California Department of Conservation (Hybrid)

## Overview ​With a team of scientists and other dedic​​ated professionals, the Department of Conservation (DOC) administers a variety of programs vital to California's public safety, enviro​nment and economy. The services DOC provides are designed to balance today's needs with tomorrow's obligations by fostering the wise use and conservation of energy, land and mineral resources. For more information visit: [conservation.ca.gov](https://www.conservation.ca.gov/) ## Description The California Department of Conservation (DOC) is seeking to hire two (2) student assistants to work with the Geologic Energy Management Division (also known as CalGEM), Geographic Information System (GIS) Services Unit. The student assistants will play a vital role in collecting, analyzing and interpreting geospatial data to support various projects and initiatives. This position will require familiarity with GIS concepts, analytical processes, as well as the ability to research alternative sources for data collection. The student assistants will be responsible for taking notes during meetings, creating documentation, and assisting. ## 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. By applying to the position, you confirm that you live in California and understand that all work performed, even if remotely, must be performed in the state. | | --- | --- | | **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** | Geography, Geology, Geographic Information systems, or related field of study. | | **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** | Student Assistant and undergraduate/graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 20 hours per workweek (Sunday – Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer). | | **Compensation** | $16.90 to $19.00 per hour. | | **Minimum Qualifications…