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- ESRM Student Assistant at CSU Channel Islands: On Campus EmploymentEmployer: CSU Channel Islands: On Campus EmploymentExpires: 09/11/2025POSITION SUMMARY:We are seeking a diligent and highly organized student assistant to support the ESRMTechnician in various aspects of their role. The ESRM Technician plays a crucial role inoverseeing classroom, laboratory, and field activities within the ESRM program. Thestudent assistant will contribute to supporting instruction, ensuring safety, maintainingequipment, and facilitating field-based efforts across campus.RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:The student assistant will collaborate with the ESRM Technician and contribute to thefollowing key responsibilities:1. Supporting Instruction:• Assist in managing equipment inventory control systems.• Contribute to the organization and archiving of geospatial data and imagery.• Assist with maintaining ESRM facilities, including the greenhouse and samplearchives.• Preparing, cleaning, and organizing lab supplies for weekly ESRM courses.• Assist in seeking vendor sources and building vendor relationships for uniquematerials.2. Safety:• Assist in maintaining a chemical inventory database.• Monitor for regulated substances and help oversee chemical waste disposal.• Contribute to proper storage of chemicals by hazardous class.• Support compliance with federal and state laws and regulations related to safety.3. Maintaining Operations & Equipment:• Assist the Lab Technician and Lab Coordinator with routine cleaning, testing,calibration, and installation of equipment components.• Support the calibration of locally deployed environmental sensors and thearchiving of associated data.• Assist in ensuring that UAV and ROV units are in proper working order andsecurely stored.• Provide support in securing permissions for field activities.4. Supporting Field-Based Efforts:• Assist with fieldwork at various locations, including University Park, Long GradeCreek, Santa Rosa Island, and other nearby sites.• Contribute to public planting days, class activities, and interdisciplinarycollaborations.• Aid in securing permits and clearances for field activities.5. Additional Responsibilities:• Perform other duties as required to support the ESRM program.SUPERVISOR/OTHER WORK RELATIONSHIPS:The student assistant will work closely with the ESRM Lab Technician and LabCoordinator and maintain working relationships with the Program Chair, ESRM faculty,support technicians in the sciences, Information Technology services, facilities staff,Receiving, and the campus Environmental Health and Safety staff.REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:Education: Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in ESRM or a related scientificdiscipline from an accredited university.Experience: Relevant experience is desirable but not required. The student assistant willreceive training and guidance from the ESRM Technician and Lab Coordinator.Knowledge and Abilities:• Ability to work effectively in a team.• Attention to detail and organizational skills.• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new situations.• Willingness to work in an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The role may involve work on campus and at various field sites, requiring the studentassistant to be in good physical condition and capable of traversing varied landscapes.Some lifting and outdoor activities may be required occasionally.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:• Completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) may berequired for this position.Note: This is a student assistant position and may be subject to change based on the needsof the ESRM program.
- Ethnic Studies Program Student Assistant at CSU Channel Islands: On Campus EmploymentEmployer: CSU Channel Islands: On Campus EmploymentExpires: 09/11/2025Purpose of Position:Assist Ethnic Studies Programs with daily program operationsJob Responsibilities:Under the direction of the Ethnic Studies Council, under the supervision of the Ethnic Studies Program Analyst, Amanda Sanchez, this position will assist the faculty members in projects and specific duties including but not limited to:Specific Duties and Projects:-Maintain and organize the Ethnic Studies Reading Room, Black Studies Studio, and all library materials -Manage attendance/entrance of students to rooms via sign-in sheet -Maintain reading room tidiness and open hours-Ensure technology is secure and accounted for at end of shift-Social Media Accounts & website-ESC Webpage/Social Media ideas-ESC blog & monthly newsletter-Recruit student interest and knowledge of Ethnic Studies Classes and spaces on campus -Support the ESC faculty on projects and events relevant to ES-Support ESC Program Analyst in duties needed that can be led by students-Rooms use and accessibility to students-Attend all ESC meetings and offer student perspectives Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: -Knowledge and familiarity of the Ethnic Studies field (Chicana/o Studies, Black Studies, Native American Indigenous Studies, Asian American Studies), preferably a student who has taken an Ethnic Studies courses
- Student Assistant - User Services Specialist at CSU Channel Islands: On Campus EmploymentEmployer: CSU Channel Islands: On Campus EmploymentExpires: 09/30/2025Under direct supervision, the User Services Specialist provides IT service and support for the User Services team. The User Services Specialist will rely on excellent client service, problem-solving, and communication skills to provide support to resolve most day-to-day issues. Success in this role requires a well-rounded individual with a genuine enthusiasm for technology and a true interest in helping people achieve more through the careful adoption and support of information technologies.Job Duties/Responsibilities:• Assist ITC Techs in their daily work• Help to image and deploy new computers• Help reimaging computers• Help with computer, printer, and phone relocations• Troubleshoot classroom A/V issues• Install software and hardware• Help maintain computer labs and classrooms• Update and maintain asset inventory• Provide in-person, virtual, and phone customer service• Support research and special projects as assignedQualifications:• Be able to work as a team member and communicate effectively with the team.• Be able to work during summer and winter breaks, as needed.• Basic working knowledge of PC applications, Windows 10/11, and MAC OS.• Basic working knowledge of computer hardware, such as PCs, printers, scanners, and tablets.• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.• Must be dependable, punctual, detail-oriented, independent, and self-motivated.• Must be people-oriented and able to interact with a diverse community.• Good working knowledge of general ITS processes.• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision, maintaining high accuracy.• Ability to work a minimum of 15 hours per week during the semester and up to 40 hours during the breaks.Specific Qualifications:• Admission or registration as a student at CSUCI with a 2.5 grade point average or above.• As a Bridge Student Assistant, the student need not be registered as a student, but must have been registered as a CSUCI student the previous term and intends to register for the following term(unless the student has recently graduated).• The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
- Cafecito Con Career - Sept. 10 (Wednesday, September 10th 2025, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm PDT)When: Wednesday, September 10th 2025, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm PDTLocation: Bell Tower, Career Center (BT-1548), 1 University Dr, Camarillo, California 93012, United StatesJoin us for coffee, snacks, and career tips! Meet your career counselorsand explore topics like resumes, LinkedIn, interviews, AI for job searching, salarynegotiation, career assessments, and more!
- Cafecito Con Career - Sept. 17 (Wednesday, September 17th 2025, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm PDT)When: Wednesday, September 17th 2025, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm PDTLocation: Bell Tower, Career Center (BT-1548), 1 University Dr, Camarillo, California 93012, United StatesJoin us for coffee, snacks, and career tips! Meet your career counselorsand explore topics like resumes, LinkedIn, interviews, AI for job searching, salarynegotiation, career assessments, and more!
- Fireside Chat on Entrepreneurship, Law, & Business (Tuesday, September 23rd 2025, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm PDT)When: Tuesday, September 23rd 2025, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm PDTLocation: Smith Decision Center, Smith Decision Center 1908, 1 University Drive, Camarillo, California 93012, United StatesCareer Development and Alumni & Friends Association is excited to host a Fireside Chat on Careers in Entrepreneurship, Law & Business on September 23rd, 2025, from 1:30 – 2:30 PM in the Smith Center. This hybrid event is a unique opportunity for students to hear directly from accomplished professionals who are leading their businesses and law practices, and making an impact across the business and legal landscape.Our distinguished speakers will share insights about launching and managing ventures, navigating the legal field, and what leadership looks like in business and law today.Event Details📅 Date: September 23rd, 2025🕜 Time: 1:30 – 2:30 PM📍 Location: Hybrid - Smith Decision Center 1908 & Zoom (must register on Handshake to get the zoom link)🔗 Register on Handshake: https://csuci.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1780583 We encourage students to register in advance, especially if attending virtually. Once registered, participants will receive the Zoom link. To make the most of this event, we recommend students come prepared with questions to engage our speakers and learn about career paths in business ownership, legal practice, and entrepreneurial leadership. Food and refreshments will be provided! Can't attend in person? Join us virtually here!