CREST/SITI Student Assistant, UAS 1389

CREST Student Assistant CREST Center for Advancement toward Sustainably urban Systems (CATSUS)

Work Schedule: This is a student, part-time position; 20 hours per week; non-exempt position. This position is not eligible for benefits.

This is a temporary appointment expiring on or before August 31, 2026, contingent upon the availability of funds.

Position Overview: Under the direct supervision of both the Program Coordinator and the Director of CREST Center for Advancement toward Sustainably urban Systems (CATSUS), the incumbent will perform various clerical support for the CREST-CATSUS Program (and the Sikand SITI Center).

Essential Functions: The incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day clerical support of the two programs.

Duties include but are not limited to:

* Serve as the office receptionist by answering phones, fax and e-mail distribution

* Create graphic designs * Photocopying and filing various documents

* Assist the program coordinator, and director, in filling forms, travel Approval forms, travel expense claim forms, vendor information, team and with external parties

* Assist the program coordinator, the director and the faculty in the center when needed

* Fulfill other duties as assigned Note: Some of these job duties involve handling level 1 data.

Requirements: The incumbent must be a student currently attending Cal State L.A. A completed Student Employment Application is required along with proof of course schedule to determine enrollment status. The incumbent must have strong computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite, strong Excel and Adobe Suit knowledge is a plus, and pay attention to detail. The incumbent must have working knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation and proofreading; some writing and editing skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; ability to complete tasks without prompting. It is important that the assistant be invested in the program, as he/she is an ambassador for the program to the outside world. The incumbent must also demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/ multiethnic environment.

The incumbent must demonstrate an interest or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the UAS. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current UAS employees who apply for the position.

Review of applications/resumes will begin on 05/08/2026 and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications/resumes are received. A cover letter and resume are required. UAS hires only those individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Americans with Disabilities (ADA) requested accommodations should be made in advance to the UAS Human Resources Department.

Cal State LA University Auxiliary Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.