Student Assistant – STEM-NET

The CSU Office of the Chancellor is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Student Assistant to provide clerical support twenty hours per week, Monday - Friday, between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. When classes are not in session, such as during spring and summer breaks, the Student Assistant may be eligible to work up to 40 hours per week.

Position Information:

The anticipated salary for this position is $18.00 per hour.

The salary range for this classification is $16.90 to $24.00 per hour.

This position is temporary, part-time, and does not include benefits.

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, the Student Assistant will support program operations, communications, virtual events, data tracking, and general office needs. This position is ideal for a student who is detail-oriented, comfortable with technology, and interested in supporting systemwide STEM initiatives across California State University.

Minimum Qualifications:

The student must be enrolled in a minimum of six units at a CSU campus. This position requires strong oral and written communication skills; the ability to use professional etiquette when communicating by email or phone; the ability to conduct basic online research, including searching websites and organizing information; strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions; the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines; and dependability, organization, and willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred qualifications include basic knowledge of ChatGPT, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe, Zoom, SharePoint, Smartsheet, Canva, and internet search tools; experience with data entry, spreadsheets, social media, email communications, or event support; being detail-oriented and diligent in following up and completing assigned tasks; a positive and pleasant attitude with good problem-solving skills; an interest in STEM, higher education, research, student success, or communications; and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional duties include:

• Assist with clerical and administrative tasks related to STEM-NET programs, webinars, workshops, and virtual events.
• Support pre-production tasks for virtual events, including preparing materials, organizing registration lists, assisting with speaker information, and helping track event logistics.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining STEM-NET electronic files in SharePoint.
• Enter, review, and update data in spreadsheets, Smartsheet, SharePoint, and other program tracking tools.
• Assist with sending emails related to marketing, outreach, event reminders, and social media projects.
• Help track and update STEM-NET listservs, contact lists, and distribution groups.
• Monitor and assist with STEM-NET email inquiries using professional etiquette and ensure messages are reviewed daily.
• Assist with basic social media content preparation, and promotional materials, as needed.
• Conduct basic online research to support program activities, faculty/student highlights, event planning, and outreach efforts.
• Assist with collecting, organizing, and summarizing information from campuses, faculty, students, and partners.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling student, faculty, financial, or program-related information.
• Perform other clerical and program support duties as assigned.

Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by August 11, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.

How To Apply

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070.

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

E-Verify

This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS).

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

In addition, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background

The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.

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