Maps and Geospatial Assistant

Penn State University; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a part-time student employee to assist with map and geospatial data tasks at the University Park, PA campus. The role involves helping library users, georeferencing maps, and producing geospatial data and metadata for ongoing projects.

Ideal candidates are undergraduates who can commit 6–10 hours per week during typical 9am–5pm hours and provide reliable support within library systems and online resources.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and with faculty and staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated high level of reliability and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist library users with map and geospatial data collections using library systems and online resources.
• Work on projects involving maps and geospatial collections.
• Georeference maps and produce geospatial data and metadata.
• Scan maps using scanner technology and organize maps in the collection.
• Respond to library users' informational inquiries and help with unit operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Tools

Geospatial software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

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

• A ssisting 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 .

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 here .

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.

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