*Internal Candidate Only* Administrative Employee - OWP Part-Time

Description The Office of Water Programs (OWP) at Sacramento State is seeking to hire one part-time employee to provide financial administrative support for multidisciplinary research projects focused on environmental and public health topics. This position will support fiscal oversight and budget administration by assisting with financial tracking, monitoring expenditures, preparing reports, ensuring compliance, and coordinating financial documentation for the project. Internal Candidates Only, External Candidates Will Not Be Considered.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited 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.

UEI does not allow employees 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 position for a different UEI position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week's notice 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:

education

al verification (i.e., degree, license, or official transcript), 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. Majors/Fields of Study Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or closely related field Work Schedule Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday - Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM.

Final work schedule to be determined by supervisor. Additional Work Schedule Casual employees are limited to 19.5 hours per workweek (Sunday - Saturday).

Compensation

5.00 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.

Experience

managing or supporting grant-funded or research project budgets. Strong organizational

skills

and attention to detail.

Experience

working with budgets, financial tracking, or fiscal reporting. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, financial tracking). Strong written and verbal communication

skills

. Ability to interpret policies and ensure compliance with institutional and sponsor

requirements

. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information appropriately.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.

Experience

supporting academic, scientific, or technical projects. Familiarity with environmental health, water quality, or public health concepts.

Experience

with data entry, data quality review, or basic data management. Comfort working with researchers, faculty, external partners, or state/local agencies.

Duties

and

Responsibilities

Assist with development, monitoring, and reconciliation of project budgets. Track expenditures and ensure spending aligns with approved budgets and funding guidelines. Prepare financial reports, budget summaries, and projections for project leadership.

Coordinate financial transactions in accordance with University Enterprises, Inc.'s policies. Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation for audit and compliance purposes. Communicate with internal offices, project staff, and external partners regarding budget matters.

Assist in financial closeout activities and reporting

requirements

for sponsors. Perform other related fiscal and administrative

duties

to support successful project execution. 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. Application Instructions Please complete all fields of the employment application, including your

education

al background in the "

Education

al

Experience

" section and your work history in the "Employment

Experience

" section. In addition to your resume, please upload a cover letter. Apply by: March 24, 2026