What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Assistant - Federal Surplus Property Support position at University Enterprises Inc and Careers?
The Department of General Services (DGS) Core Values and Employee Expectations are key to the success of the Department’s Mission. That mission is to “Deliver results by providing timely, cost-effective services and products that support our customers.” DGS employees are to adhere to the Core Values and Employee Expectations, and to perform their duties in a way that exhibits and promotes those values and expectations.
To learn more visit: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OFAM/About
The Department of General Services (DGS), is currently seeking a student assistant for the Office of Fleet and Asset Management (OFAM). The Student Assistant will have the unique opportunity to work closely with our Federal Surplus Property Program (FSPP). Under close supervision of the Supervisor I (SUP I) and in a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will learn the daily operations of vendor applications, compliance, servicing and perform work that will provide practical experience related to government surplus property management and develop familiarity with the laws and programs administered by the State of California.
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
Business administration (all concentrations) and Public Administration.
Work Schedule
F lexible 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).
Compensation
$18.27 - $24.62 per hour.
Minimum Qualifications
- Proof of application for, or enrollment as a student in, an appropriate college or university program.
- 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). Possession of a valid California driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
Duties and Responsibilities
- Learns and assists with FSPP compliance by reviewing incoming applications for completeness and accuracy, assessing current files, requesting mandatory documents from customers, tracking correspondence and incoming and outgoing required forms, and entering, updating and maintaining data in federal surplus databases and various Microsoft applications including surplus property awarded and approved authorizations to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of the program and maintenance of detailed customer information eligible to receive federal surplus personal property.
- 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 FSPP 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
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 resume, please upload the following documents:
Apply by: 03/25/2026
Salary : $18 - $25