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Job Number: TOXICS08-25-09

Positions Available: 1

Worksite: Department of Toxic Substances Control Location: Sacramento, CA

Preferred Major: Aeronautics, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, CIS, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geology, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineer

Schedule: 20-40 HOURS WEEKLY; PART-TIME FLEXIBLE

Salary: $8.41 – 14.71 per hour; Based on qualifications

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Company Description The California Department of Toxic Substances Control, Office of Data Evaluation & Environmental Indicators (ODEEI), Facility Data Management Section (FDMS) manages part of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Grant, and maintains the Biennial Reporting State (BRState) Data Entry, Translation, and Reporting System; and regularly aids in the preparation of the status reports for DTSC and U.S. EPA. In addition, FDMS manages the general coordination and implementation of the Biennial Report related questionnaires on behalf of the U.S. EPA. FDMS prepares filer notification and oversees the receipt and loading of electronic data from filers.

Responsibilities The Student/Graduate Student Assistant in this position will work directly with the FDMS staff under the general supervision of the FDMS Supervising Hazardous Substances Engineer I & Associate Government Program Analyst. In this capacity, the Student Assistant in this position does the following: • Assist with the preparation, collection and inputting of data related to the Biennial Report from multiple internal and external sources • Assist with project management while following the Federal reporting requirements • Help with data queries, report layouts, and telephone support to facilities • Perform quality control checks and debug software applications • Work in Microsoft Access; BRState Data Entry, Translation, and Reporting System; California Waste Reporter 2009 software

Preferred Abilities • Be at least 18 years and enrolled in a minimum of 6 college units • Be dependable and able to work 20 hours or more a week • Have ability to work with deadlines and time constraints, use tact and good judgment, apply written and oral instructions, etc. • Have knowledge and experience working with personal computers and relational databases including MS Access with database structure and concepts • Have good oral and written communication skills • Have knowledge of structured design methods or project planning (preferred) • Have strong communication skills • Be able to respond to a large telephone call volume • Have course related experience in information systems, science, or engineering

Additional Info MARGINAL FUNCTIONS The Student/Graduate Student Assistant in this position will obtain hands-on experience in the workplace by using database programs and assisting DTSC technical staff to meet Federal reporting requirements and deadlines. The practical experience gained from DTSC will greatly enhance the student’s resume and assist him/her in the effort of securing permanent employment after graduation.

Mandatory Qualification Applicants must be currently enrolled and attending an accredited college or university and must maintain a minimum of 6 semester units (or quarter equivalent) and an overall GPA of 2.0. OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND PROOF OF ENROLLMENT WILL BE REQUIRED AT TIME OF INTERVIEW. SUBMIT YOUR COVER LETTER, RESUME, AND UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS TO:

How To Apply Dept. Toxic Substances Control
Carolyn Nelson
1001 I Street, 11th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: (916) 322-0483
Fax: (916) 322-1005
cnelson@dtsc.ca.gov

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TCCF Waiver The students hired for this position will be hired through The InternSource (a program of the not-for-profit The Community College Foundation) and work for the Department of Toxic Substances Control. The Community College Foundation is an equal opportunity employer to all regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, or sexual orientation. It is the policy of Community College Foundation that the workplace be free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse. Issued: 8/26/2009

Issued on: 8/25/2009 (8810)

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All students must submit a Student Application when applying for an internship. Please complete the application and provide it with your resume or you may email the application directly to The InternSource.
** Please note that your cover letter and resume must still be submitted to the internship contact if so requested.
Student Application

The InternSource is committed to maintaining a diverse and equal workforce. To accomplish this, we ask our applicants to complete the attached form so we may monitor our recruitment and hiring efforts. We would greatly your assistance by completing the attached voluntary Applicant Flow Information form which you can submit electronically to The InternSource's Director of Human Resources. Information completed on the attached form is treated as confidential.
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