Student Assistant - Tribal Programs and Grant Support - Hybrid

Job Summary Position: Student Assistant (Part‑time, non‑benefited, temporary) – two positions. Base pay: $18.27–$24.62 per hour. Location: California (must reside and work in CA). Work schedule: up to 24 hours per week during the academic year, up to 40 hours during breaks; flexible Monday‑Friday 8 AM–5 PM as determined by supervisor. Key Responsibilities Support general grants management activities (review application materials, monitor project progress, draft summaries or recommendations, coordinate with program staff, assist documentation, reporting, and compliance). Provide technical assistance and communication support for Tribal grantees across SGC programs. Assist the SGC Tribal Liaison’s engagement portfolio (relationship‑building, interagency coordination, event planning, outreach across programs such as Tribal Housing and Capacity Building, AHSC, TCC, CRC, SALC, CACE, HiAP). Research best practices for upholding Indigenous data sovereignty: conduct literature reviews, evaluate governance models, identify standards for SGC implementation. Develop Tribal climate‑related case studies using ArcGIS StoryMaps focused on projects from the Tribal Housing and Capacity Building Initiative. Support event planning, outreach, convenings, and communication to ensure meaningful Tribal participation in new program initiatives (Plastics Fund, Proposition 4 funding, GGRF, Catalyst Convenings). Minimum Qualifications Experience working with California Native American Tribal Governments/communities. Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a team environment. Strong writing and communication skills. Ability to prioritize and manage both emerging and ongoing tasks effectively. Demonstrated commitment to serving diverse communities. Ability to build and maintain relationships with Tribes, tribal‑serving organizations, grantees, consultants, community‑based organizations, local governments, and regional agencies. Knowledge of and sensitivity to Tribal cultural practices, perspectives, and protocols. Preferred Qualifications Understanding of and sensitivity to Tribal communities, including awareness of cultural practices, needs, and challenges. Knowledge of state, federal, or philanthropic grant application processes and program administration. Experience supporting or participating in initiatives focused on Tribal community resilience and capacity‑building. Familiarity with federal and state housing programs, policies, and practices. Experience with policy analysis, program evaluation, or research to support decision‑making and program improvement. Prerequisites Undergraduate: minimum six‑semester units or nine quarter units. Graduate: minimum four‑semester units or six quarter units. Major must match those listed in the job posting. Majors / Fields of Study Native American Studies Architecture Design Economics Environmental Studies Communications Ecological Management and Restoration Law GIS Ethnic Studies Government Political Science Public Policy & Administration Public Health Real Estate and Land Use Affairs Social Science Sociology Urban Land Development Technical Requirements Work in a hybrid environment; may include remote work per UEI policy. Use of office equipment (computer workstations, telephone, calculator, copier, printer, scanner). Compensation $18.27–$24.62 per hour. Application Submit resume (≤ 2 pages) and a cover letter addressing the minimum qualifications and detailing relevant experience. Application deadline: 07/07/2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr Theuniversityunion