Student Assistant - Office of Fleet and Asset ...

Student Assistant The Department of General Services (DGS), is currently seeking for a student assistant in the Office of Fleet and Asset Management (OFAM). The student assistant will have the unique opportunity to work closely with our Surplus Property and Reutilization Program. This role is designed for those eager to learn about the management of surplus state personal property and gain hands-on experience with relevant California laws and programs. Whether it's handling state surplus property assets or assisting in fleet auction services, the student assistant's contributions will help streamline processes that make a difference. Under the guidance of our Supervisor I, the student assistant will develop essential skills while utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite and various software and office equipment. This is not just a job; it's a stepping stone into the world of public service and asset management. Ready to kickstart your career in government operations? DGS is committed to delivering exceptional, cost-effective services that support our customers. Guided by our Core Values and Employee Expectations, we are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to our dynamic team. 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: 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 (all concentrations), Public Administration. Work Schedule Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday Friday, between 8 AM 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor. 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). Compensation $18.27- 24.62 per hour. Minimum Qualifications Must complete each term with minimum unit requirements for Undergraduate and Graduate student classifications. Proof will be collected at the end of each Spring and Fall term. Experience in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience in inventory management, the auction process, or surplus property management. Experience in customer service roles, particularly as a receptionist or front-line representative. Experience with databases or inventory management systems. Possession of a valid California driver's license. Preferred Qualifications 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 Learns and assists with on line surplus auctions by identifying, reviewing, weighing, staging and photographing items, creating and preparing inventory id tags, organizing items by numerical order in the warehouse, maintaining tracking log of auction items for analyst review and assisting with surplus pickups utilizing camera, computer, software and a variety of other equipment to ensure all information is detailed, accurate, recorded and documented in order to prepare sale postings for the on line auction, assist customers with picking up sold items and to comply with organizational standards. Learns and participates in serving as a secondary point of contact for the front door and main phone line receptionist for OFAM by greeting customers and couriers, asking the reason for their visit, routing calls to the correct point of contact, keeping a visitor log, and calling appropriate OFAM personnel utilizing OFAM program knowledge and application of policies and procedures to ensure visitors receive prompt customer service from the applicable business unit within OFAM to provide continuity of business operations. Learns and assists with maintaining program documents for the SPRP by organizing and compiling data, populating databases, reviewing customer supporting documents, and determining appropriate correspondence to customers utilizing Microsoft Office and Surplus Property Management System to ensure transactions are completed in accordance with general office and program principles and meet federal and state laws, rules, and regulations to comply with DGS policies and procedures. Learns and assists with special projects, provides in-person customer service, and handles courier services in the Sacramento and West Sacramento areas as needed. Utilizes a state vehicle to ensure the unit's needs are met and that time-sensitive deliveries are made to DGS offices and stakeholders. Physical Requirements Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time at a workstation or in warehouse in the performance of daily duties. May be required to move about, stand, reach, stoop or bend when moving supplies and/or equipment. Daily use of a variety of office equipment requiring fine motor skills. Read, write, and speak in a clear and concise manner, multi-task, meet strict deadlines, be flexible to shift priorities and workloads to meet program goals. May require occasional travel for providing courier service by scheduling and making deliveries and pickups in the Sacramento area using a state vehicle. Working Conditions Work is performed in a busy, customer service professional office and warehouse 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 employment application, please upload the following documents: Resume. Apply by: 3/13/2026

Created: 2026-03-04