Student Assistant - Cartography Assistant Job at University Enterprises, Inc.
The California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is seeking to hire a student assistant. Under the direction of the Marketing Manager, Associate Editor of Publications, or Graphics Design supervisor, the student assistant assists the senior-level graphic designers in creating and editing park and campground maps for California State Parks brochures and websites and for other park needs.
Job location is in McClellan, California. Possible hybrid/remote options may be available after training.
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.
Due to COVID-19, the student will be required to work according to the current UEI remote workplace policy and sign a UEI telework agreement.
Prerequisites
Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (fall, spring, and winter, if applicable) at an accredited college or university.
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
Communication Studies, Digital Media, Environmental Studies. Geography, Landscape Architecture, Marketing, Real Estate Land Use Affairs, Recreation, Parks and Tourism Administration, Urban Land Development, or Graphic Design.
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
- Experience with ArcGIS or other geographic information system (GIS).
- Completion of GIS-related coursework; e.g., "Intro to Cartography" and "Intro to GIS."
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Adobe Illustrator will be helpful/preferred. Training will be provided.
- Attention to detail and highly organized; focused; meticulous; good communication skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
The student assistant assists the senior-level graphic designers in creating and editing park and campground maps for California state park units. Essential functions include but are not limited to:
- Under the direction of the senior-level graphic designers, the student assistant with map development, using ArcGIS, ESRI ArcMap, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign software to produce maps for interpretive brochures, panels, websites, etc. Prepares files for reviews, printing, photocopying, posting online, etc. Ensures all projects comply with department interpretive and accessibility standards.
- The student assistant engages in project coordination, collaborating with various remote and on-site staff to plan and produce maps for educational, interpretive, and marketing projects. Works with the Associate Editor of Publications, Marketing Manager (or lead), or Graphic Design supervisor in the scheduling, production, and quality control of assigned projects. Occasional travel off-site, overnight, outdoors may be necessary via state vehicle.
- Assists with various administrative duties, including maintaining, backing up, and archiving of all project communications, digital resources, hard copies, and related intellectual property documentation.
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. Hybrid-teleworking option may be available after fully trained.
Due to COVID-19, the student 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:
- Portfolio
- Schedule of availability
Apply by: Continuous, Position will remain posted until filled
The California Department of Parks and Recreation, popularly known as State Parks, is honored to provide access to parks and open spaces and contribute to a healthier and richer quality of life for Californians and for people all over the world who visit the golden state’s natural wonders.
Equitable access to the outdoors ensures more Californians from all walks of life can reap the benefits for their hearts, minds and bodies for generations to come. California’s state parks and the recreational programs supported by State Parks and its divisions of Boating and Waterways and Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation, and Office of Historic Preservation are gateways to these benefits and to opportunities to connect with families, friends and communities.
With 279 state park units, over 340 miles of coastline, 970 miles of lake and river frontage, 15,000 campsites, 5,200 miles of trails, 3,195 historic buildings and more than 11,000 known prehistoric and historic archaeological sites, the department contains the largest and most diverse recreational, natural and cultural heritage holdings of any state agency in the nation.
More than 68 million people annually visit California’s State Park System. The system includes:
- Beaches
- Coastal beaches
- Conference centers
- Ghost towns
- Historic homes
- Historic monuments
- Historic parks
- Lakes and reservoirs
- Lighthouses
- Marine parks
- Museums
- Natural and cultural preserves
- Natural reserves
- Off-Highway vehicle recreation areas
- Parks
- Recreation areas
- Seashores
- Spanish-era adobe buildings
- Visitor centers
State Park System lands protect and preserve an unparalleled collection of culturally and environmentally sensitive structures and habitats, threatened plant and animal species, ancient Native American sites, historic structures and artifacts ... the best of California's natural and cultural history.
Additionally, the Office of Grants and Local Services (OGALS) develops grant programs to provide funding for local, state and nonprofit organization projects. Since 1964, more than 7,700 community parks throughout California have been created or improved from OGALS' grant funding. Since 2000, the program has administered approximately $3.8 billion in grant funding throughout California.
To learn more, please visit: https://www.parks.ca.gov/
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 ueijobs@csus.edu.
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