GIS Student Assistant

CSU; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

CSU Stanislaus is seeking a temporary student assistant in Capital Planning and Design to create, update, and maintain a GIS database, using Trimble GPS equipment. You will collect field data to update campus maps and space allocations, and import CAD data from existing campus files.

The role supports multiple campus projects with minimal supervision and a collaborative team approach. Qualified undergraduates enrolled in at least six Fall/Spring units, preferably Geography or MSIS – Geospatial

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GIS, GPS and remote sensing
• ArcGIS proficiency required or preferred
• Undergraduate students must be enrolled in minimum Fall/Spring units

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain GIS database using Trimble GPS equipment
• Import CAD data from campus files for projects
• Conduct field surveys to update campus maps and spaces
• Maintain and update campus space allocation drawings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

GIS knowledge

GPS knowledge

Remote sensing

ArcGIS

Education

Geography Major

MSIS – Geospatial Analysis

Tools

Trimble GPS

CAD

ArcGIS

Job description

Position Summary

Temporary hourly-intermittent student assistant position available in Capital Planning and Design.

Start Date

Positionavailable on or after September 7, 2026 and ending on or before May 31, 2027. Possibility of reappointment based on budget, department needs, and job performance.

Job Description/Duties

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Create, update, and maintain GIS database, utilizing Trimble GPS equipment and software to locate campus information.
• Some projects will require importing CAD data from existing campus files.
• Collect information by field survey to update campus maps, such as utilities, trees, floor plans and other campus features.
• Maintain and update the campus space allocation drawings.
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current Stanislaus State student (must be at Junior level or higher).
• Geography Major or MSIS – Geospatial Analysis preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of GIS, GPS and Remote Sensing and experience using ArcGIS.
• Familiarity of other campus mapping projects preferred.
• Possess excellent customer service skills, motivation, dependability, punctuality, and a positive attitude; ability to work on projects with minimal supervision and/or with a team.

Required Qualifications:

• Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
• Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.

Salary Range

$18.00per hour.

Application Deadline

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Additional Information

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the annual security report (ASR), is now available for viewing at https://www.csustan.edu/epc/clery-safety-reports. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Stanislaus State for the previous three years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the office of the Clery Director located at One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact the Human Resources Department at [phone]. California Relay Service is available at [phone] voice and [phone] TDD.As a federal contractor, we are committed to attracting a diverse applicant pool. Please consider completing the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability form (your response will not be shared with the search committee) at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/sec503/Self_ID_Forms/VoluntarySelf-ID_CC-305_ENG_JRF_QA_508c.pdf.

CSU Stanislaus hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.

The individuals who appear to be the best qualified for this position will be contacted by telephone or email for an interview.

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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Advertised: Aug 25 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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