Under staff direction, incumbents in this classification are full-time students who perform research and analytical tasks for projects and assignments that utilize specific and acquired academic skills and knowledge in non-engineering subjects and disciplines.
Nature and Scope
The work performed in this classification calls for regular application of analytical and independent research skills. This work is distinguished from students engaged in repetitive and easily learned tasks who are employed in the Office Assistant (clerical/technical) classification. Incumbents in the Engineering Student Assistant classification perform at a similar level but are restricted to students majoring in an Engineering curriculum and performing tasks that employ acquired mathematical and science knowledge.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs tasks of an analytical or research nature for suitable projects or ongoing assignments which call for specific acquired academic skills and knowledge.
- May locate sources of information; collects and organizes data.
- Makes computations and analyzes data for degree of confidence and for alternative courses of action.
- May develop computer programs relating to assignments and may code material for established programs.
- May develop written, graphic and/or oral reports.
- May assist staff analysts and technical personnel by performing elements of their work under close supervision.
Required Education
- Registration as a full-time student (minimum of 12 units) at a resident academic institution in a declared curriculum that will provide the specific skills and knowledge that will contribute to available work assignments.
Desirable Qualifications
- Current enrollment in a college or university program in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
- Interest in accounting operations, treasury, cash management, or financial analysis.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial terminology.
- Ability to work with spreadsheets and standard business software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to learn quickly, manage tasks, and work effectively in a team environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience using Microsoft Excel for organizing or analyzing data.
- Coursework in accounting, finance, or related business subjects.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District
6201 S St
Sacramento
California United States
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