Student Assistant - Parole Investigations Support (Remote)

The Board of Parole Hearing within the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking to hire a student assistant to assist with a variety of analytical duties for Offender Investigations and Screening Division, under the supervision of a Parole Agent III.

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 positing 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.

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, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Social Work

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).

Minimum Qualifications

• Positive attitude, reliable, good attendance and a general willingness to learn.
• Must be able to interact with customers in friendly and professional manner.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

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.
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to multi-task.

Duties and Responsibilities

The student assistant will be responsible for receiving, tracking, and reviewing applications submitted to determine if applicants meet criteria for a prisoner transfer to their country of origin to serve the remainder of their prison sentence.

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 remote office environment.

Employees will be required to work according to the current UEI remote workplace policy and sign a UEI telework agreement.

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: references and cover letter.

Apply by 11/30/23

The Board of Parole Hearings (Board) conducts parole consideration hearings for adult inmates under the jurisdiction of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The Board’s workforce includes seventeen commissioners, deputy commissioners, and administrative and legal staff. The Commissioners convene once a month to conduct a public business meeting. These monthly meetings are open to the public and held in the Board’s Sacramento office. To learn more about the Board, please visit the Board’s website at https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/bph/

Based on your answers to one or more questions, it appears you do not meet the minimum qualifications for the position. We are unable to move your application forward in the process. If you have questions, please contact us at 916-278-7003 or email us at [email protected].