Part-time GIST Lab Assistant

Monroe Community College; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Monroe Community College seeks a GIS Lab Support Specialist to maintain the Geospatial lab's equipment and software, assist students with GIS projects, and troubleshoot technical issues. The role includes outreach to local organizations, assisting with purchasing for the GIST lab, and delivering in-person and remote tutoring during Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.

The position is grant-funded and temporary, with an emphasis on collaboration, training, and equity in education, supporting MCC's Mapping

Qualifications

• Earned a bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, or a related field.
• Advanced knowledge in geospatial technology (web mapping, Python, remote sensing, spatial analysis, data management).
• Proficient with ArcGIS Pro and QGIS.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with students to support GIS labs and projects.
• Provide geospatial support and troubleshoot where students are having difficulty with their lab/project.
• Mentor students with the possibilities career-wise in GIS and Geography.
• Outreach to one local organization per semester such as RMSC, Jumpstart, local high schools.
• Support GIS software maintenance
• Update World Map Gallery across campus
• Support purchasing of GIS software and equipment
• Support purchasing items for the new GIST Computer lab such as framed maps
• Engage with MCC's Mapping Club
• Maintain the GIST computer lab itself (ex., bulletin boards, displays, keeping things tidy, etc.)
• Each semester, train small groups of faculty/staff (3-5 people) on the basics of GIS with short 1-2 hour trainings.
• Manage MCC GIST student Esri usernames and passwords
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proofreading and testing new lab exercises, and providing feedback
• Report to Geography/GIST faculty
• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth.This includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity, and inclusion to better serve students.

Skills

Geospatial knowledge

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Geospatial programming with Python

Teaching/outreach

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography or GIS

Master's degree in Geography or GIS (preferred)

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Job description

Responsible for maintaining the Geospatial lab's equipment and software, assisting users with geospatial projects, and troubleshooting technical issues. Support purchasing of items for the new GIST (Geospatial Information Science Technology) lab, outreach to local organizations, and small group workshops. Provide in-person and remote Geography and GIS tutoring/mentoring fall and spring semesters.

*This is a grant-funded temporary position.

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with students one-on-one to support them through GIS labs and projects
• Provide geospatial support and troubleshoot where students are having difficulty with their lab/project
• Mentor students with the possibilities career-wise in GIS and Geography
• Outreach to one local organization per semester such as RMSC, Jumpstart, local high schools.
• Support GIS software maintenance
• Update World Map Gallery across campus
• Support purchasing of GIS software and equipment
• Support purchasing items for the new GIST Computer lab such as framed maps
• Engage with MCC's Mapping Club
• Maintain the GIST computer lab itself (ex., bulletin boards, displays, keeping things tidy, etc.)
• Each semester, train small groups of faculty/staff (3-5 people) on the basics of GIS with short 1-2 hour trainings.
• Manage MCC GIST student Esri usernames and passwords
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proofreading and testing new lab exercises, and providing feedback
• Report to Geography/GIST faculty
• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth.This includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity, and inclusion to better serve students.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Earned a bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, or a related field from a regionally accredited higher education institution
• Advanced knowledge in geospatial technology, such as web mapping, geospatial programming with Python, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and geospatial data acquisition and management.
• Proficient with ArcGIS Pro and QGIS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Geography, GIS, or related field
• One year of teaching experience and/or outreach to organizations
• Tutoring and/or mentoring experience with community college students
• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Hourly:$24/hour

Semester:Fall and Spring 2026-2027 semesters.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:The physical demands and working conditions described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short-term, temporary basis.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

Please note:As part of the application process, all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered finalists for the opportunity they applied to.

*Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a completed credential evaluation comparing your foreign academic accomplishments to standards in the U.S