Student Assistant-Tuberculosis (TB) Control Branch-Remote (Richmond, CA)

Description The California Department Public Health is seeking to hire one student for their Tuberculosis Control Branch. The Student Intern will support the Resources, Planning, and Management section of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Tuberculosis Control Branch. This role will involve assisting in the development and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and workflows for various operational processes.

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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 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. To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser: http://www.calinterns.org/wp-content/uploads/Affiliation_List.pdf Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting. Majors/Fields of Study Public Health, Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Health Administration, Health Science, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Health Policy and Management, Infectious Diseases and Immunity, and Global Health Work Schedule Flexible 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 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 • Currently enrolled in a relevant academic program, such as public health, health administration, or a related field. • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Preferred Qualifications • Familiarity with documenting operational processes. • Familiarity with Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. • Interest in public health. • 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. Duties and Responsibilities • Research and analyze existing procedures and workflows. • Identify opportunities for improvement and standardization. • Draft clear, concise, and accurate Standard Office Procedures (SOPs) using established templates and guidelines. • Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and completeness of SOPs. • Map out current workflows to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies. • Design and implement improved workflows to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. • Develop visual representations of workflows, such as flowcharts or diagrams. • Organize and maintain a centralized repository of SOPs and workflows. • Ensure that all documents are up-to-date and easily accessible. 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 hybrid environment. • Students/Employees will be required to work according to the current UEI remote workplace policy and sign a UEI Work from Home Agreement. The decision to permit an employee to work from home is at the discretion of the supervisor or employer and may, at any time and with or without cause, unilaterally terminate the option to work from home. 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. Apply by: 12/10/2024 Apply Job!