Student Assistant

Sacramento, California

University Enterprises
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Description

The City of Sacramento is looking to hire a student assistant to provide technical assistance and end user support related to computer systems, software, and hardware via multiple avenues including in person, over the phone, or via Microsoft Teams.

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.

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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

Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems

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 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
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve basic technical issues.
  • Proficiency in English, both orally and written.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Customer-oriented and cool-tempered.
  • Ability to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Proven experience as a IT Support Team Member or other customer support role.
  • Tech savvy with working knowledge of office automation products, databases and remote control.
  • Good understanding of computer systems, mobile devices and other tech products.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Answer and log service desk calls.
  • Install and upgrade desktop hardware, software and peripheral equipment at multiple sites within the city.
  • Assist in IT audits and procurement.
  • Provide full range of assistance and help to system and equipment users.
  • Reason logically, use a variety of techniques to resolve problems, manage time and resources, concurrently handle multiple assignments and work under strict deadlines.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Other duties as assigned.

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: May 31, 2025
Date Posted: 29 April 2025
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