Maps and Geospatial Assistant

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking part-time employees to operate a maps and geospatial information service desk and participate in geospatial projects. Ideal candidates are undergraduate students who can work 6-10 hours a week, assisting library users and handling geospatial data. Required qualifications include excellent communication skills and a commitment to customer service. Join a collaborative environment at the University Park, PA campus. Apply with your resume and cover letter, specifying availability for Summer and Fall 2026.

Qualifications

• Ability to work alone or with faculty and staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated reliability and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist library users with geospatial data collections.
• Work on projects involving geospatial collections.
• Produce geospatial data and metadata.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

Geospatial software applications

Job description

# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The Penn State University Libraries, Donald W. Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information, is seeking part-time employees to operate a maps and geospatial information service desk and participate in departmental geospatial projects. Primary work hours are Monday through Friday between 9am-5pm paid at $15.00/hr. Ideal candidates are undergraduate students with the ability to work 6-10 hours a week depending on scheduling.**Responsibilities**-Assisting library users with the map and geospatial data collections using library systems, computer mapping tools, and online resources-Working on projects involving map and geospatial collections-Filing maps into folders and proper order in the map collection-Georeferencing maps-Producing geospatial data and metadata to support maps and geospatial projects-Use of scanner technology for scanning maps-Responding to library users related to library informational inquiries-Opening and closing the unit space**Qualifications**-Ability to work alone or in conjunction with faculty and staff members-Commitment to excellent customer service-Ability to work on projects independently and as part of a group-Excellent oral and written communication skills-Demonstrated high level of reliability and responsibility**Preferred Qualification**-Interest in geography, cartography, geographic information systems (GIS), maps, forestry, agriculture, international affairs, landscape architecture, history, ecology, remote sensing, web-mapping, and related topics-Familiarity with geospatial software applications.**Please include resume, cover letter, and availability for Summer 2026 and Fall 2026 in the application. This position is based on the University Park, PA campus.** **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review . **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.