Student Assistant - Project Management Support - Hybrid (West Sacramento, CA)

Base Pay $20.6 - $20.6 / Hour Job Category Part-time, Off-campus , CalSTRS Employee Type Student Assistant Required Degree High school Manage Others No Description The California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS), Project Management Program (PMP) Division is seeking to hire a student assistant, under the close supervision and direction of the PMP Director. In a learning capacity, the student assistant will perform a variety of the less complex tasks in connection with the Project Support Office unit and may support other PMP teams as necessary. We are a diverse team and work in a fast-paced environment with new challenges every day. The Student Assistant will be working with different business areas and our internal Technology Services partners and will provide excellent customer service. This position is located at CalSTRS Headquarters in West Sacramento, CA. 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 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/Management, Computer/Management Information Systems, Business Technology Management, Information Technology, Project Management, Human Resources, Technology, Government, Public Policy and Administration, or closely related field of study. Work Schedule Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday – Friday, between 7 AM – 5 PM. Hour's dependent on student's school schedule. The final work schedule will be determined by the Supervisor. Compensation $20.60 per hour. Minimum Qualifications Strong customer service skills in a professional office setting. Ability to organize and maintain accurate records and pay strict attention to detail. Ability to multitask and manage time wisely. Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) through email, telephone, instant messaging, web conferencing, and in-person. Have good and consistent attendance. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong research and analytical skills. Preferred Qualifications Previous work experience using Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat. Experience creating or editing professional slide decks using Microsoft PowerPoint, including applying branding and accessibility standards. Familiarity with project management concepts, SDLC, Agile/Scrum, and governance frameworks. 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 Organize and maintain structured archives of project materials within Microsoft Teams and SharePoint, including managing channels, sites, file structures, and document repositories. Update team documents, job aids, reference guides, folders, and databases using Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint, and related tools. Draft, edit, and revise procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), governance documents, and communication materials to support project clarity and consistency. Translate technical project information into clear visuals, summaries, talking points, and decision-ready materials for PMP leadership. Track project assessment tasks, action items, meeting follow-ups, and intake requests using spreadsheets or project management tools such as Clarity, MS Project, or Planner. Assist PMP staff with developing and refining new processes, applying technology solutions to improve efficiency, and providing basic knowledge-transfer or training support. Support PMP meetings by preparing agendas, taking notes, coordinating logistics, and tracking action items to completion. Contribute to maintaining a professional project operations environment by supporting daily administrative, project, and communication needs. Provide administrative support to PMP management and assist other PMP teams temporarily for special assignments as needed. 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 a hybrid environment. Students/Employees will be required to work according to the current UEI remote workplace policy and sign a UEI Work from Home Agreement. The decision to permit an employee to work from home is at the discretion of the supervisor or employer and may, at any time and with or without cause, unilaterally terminate the option to work from home. 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 the application. Please upload the following documents with your application: Resume. Current class schedule and proposed weekly available work hours. Three business references. Apply by: June 12, 2026 Summary The California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS) provides retirement, disability and survivor benefits for California’s 914,454 pre-kindergarten through community college educators and their families. As of January 2017, CalSTRS is the largest teachers’ retirement fund in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr Theuniversityunion