Legislative Analyst - Graduate Student Assistant (Hybrid)

Description
The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) is seeking to hire a Graduate Student Assistant to assist attorneys as a legal analyst.
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 positing 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.
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Students must be enrolled in at least 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
Law
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
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).
Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold an undergraduate degree and currently be enrolled in a graduate program in a relevant field or in law school.
• Ability to represent the agency in a professional manner.
• Effective communication skills with ability to prepare and present information in a clear and concise fashion.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Access to a professional work environment or space.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.
• Previous experience or exposure to typical legal analyst practices and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily tracking of international, federal, multistate, and California legislation, monitoring committee hearings, conducting research of relevant background information, and providing regular updates to CPPA staff.
  • Assist in researching and analyzing legislation and proposed regulations, including international, federal, multistate, and California proposals.
  • Assist the division with monitoring bill amendments and developments.
• Provide support in international, federal, multistate, and California legislative and policy matters relating to the CCPA, CPPA, and privacy and data security.
  • Research policy issues and help prepare analyses for the division.
  • Research nationwide databases via the internet to remain current on pertinent issues at the state, federal, and international levels. Prepare public-facing materials as needed.
• Assist in scheduling meetings with external contacts and stakeholders.
  • Identify relevant external legislative and regulatory staff.
  • Create briefing materials.

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
The position is part of a distributed team that involves teleworking and reporting to the office as needed/required.
Employees will be required to work according to the current UEI remote workplace policy and sign a UEI telework agreement.
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: January 14, 2024