Part-Time Maps & Geospatial Desk 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

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.