University Enterprises
Student Assistant - Government Claims Program
University Enterprises, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Description
The Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking to hire a Student Assistant who will assist the Office of Risk and Insurance Management (ORIM) in the administration of the Government Claims Program (GCP) with investigating equity, contract, and tort claims against state agencies by researching, interpreting, and applying GCP statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to evaluate claim documentation, identify legal issues and facilitate claim resolution. The student assistant will also prepare correspondence for all involved parties to notify them of claim actions and document all correspondence and actions in ORIM's claims management system in order to ensure complete claim records and effectively manage the case workload.
Requirements
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 college 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 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
Business Administration, Communication Studies, Government, Law, Public Policy and Administration
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 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).
Compensation
$17.22 - $23.21 per hour
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to reason logically, write effectively, analyze situations accurately, and adopt an effective course of action related to researching, interpreting and applying laws and rules. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted at work. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels in both the public and private sector, including the legal community. Working knowledge of computer applications-Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Able to maintain strict confidentiality and privacy. Strong critical thinking skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize and meet established deadlines. Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in an administrative, legal, or research role, handling confidential information. 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
Researching, interpreting, and applying GCP statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to evaluate claim documentation. Identifying legal issues and facilitating claim resolution. Preparing correspondence for all involved parties to notify them of claim actions and documents all correspondence and actions in ORIM's claims management system in order to ensure complete claim records and effectively manage the case workload. Assisting ORIM with monthly billing in accordance with departmental policies and procedures by validating and investigating statements to resolve customer disputes. Preparing and submitting billing files and researching customer data from ORIM's claims management system. Providing customer service by communicating, both verbally and in writing to customers; greeting, assisting, answering and routing calls to staff or other DGS staff when necessary.
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.
Appropriate business attire required for professional office.
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: August 16, 2025
The Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking to hire a Student Assistant who will assist the Office of Risk and Insurance Management (ORIM) in the administration of the Government Claims Program (GCP) with investigating equity, contract, and tort claims against state agencies by researching, interpreting, and applying GCP statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to evaluate claim documentation, identify legal issues and facilitate claim resolution. The student assistant will also prepare correspondence for all involved parties to notify them of claim actions and document all correspondence and actions in ORIM's claims management system in order to ensure complete claim records and effectively manage the case workload.
Requirements
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 college 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 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
Business Administration, Communication Studies, Government, Law, Public Policy and Administration
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 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).
Compensation
$17.22 - $23.21 per hour
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to reason logically, write effectively, analyze situations accurately, and adopt an effective course of action related to researching, interpreting and applying laws and rules. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted at work. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels in both the public and private sector, including the legal community. Working knowledge of computer applications-Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel). Able to maintain strict confidentiality and privacy. Strong critical thinking skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize and meet established deadlines. Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in an administrative, legal, or research role, handling confidential information. 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
Researching, interpreting, and applying GCP statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to evaluate claim documentation. Identifying legal issues and facilitating claim resolution. Preparing correspondence for all involved parties to notify them of claim actions and documents all correspondence and actions in ORIM's claims management system in order to ensure complete claim records and effectively manage the case workload. Assisting ORIM with monthly billing in accordance with departmental policies and procedures by validating and investigating statements to resolve customer disputes. Preparing and submitting billing files and researching customer data from ORIM's claims management system. Providing customer service by communicating, both verbally and in writing to customers; greeting, assisting, answering and routing calls to staff or other DGS staff when necessary.
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.
Appropriate business attire required for professional office.
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: August 16, 2025