Student Assistant - GIS Technician - GIS Center

Austin Peay State University; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Austin Peay State University’s GIS Center seeks a student assistant under the direct supervision of a GIS Center manager. Availability: 2 positions effective January 2018 FOAP : 240010-46017-61400-250. Closing: Open Until Filled.

The role requires a minimum of 2-hour blocks and 15–20 hours per week, with a flexible schedule to accommodate the GIS Center. Strong analytical and computer skills, including Microsoft Access and Excel, are essential.

Qualifications

• Able to work 2-hour blocks and 15–20 hours per week.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Access and Excel.
• Effective communication in person and by phone.
• Maintain confidentiality and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist APSU GIS Center staff under supervision.
• Maintain attendance and punctuality as required.
• Operate a PC and related software.
• Communicate with the University community by phone and in person.
• Support data handling and basic analysis in Access/Excel.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Confidentiality

Independent work

Time management

Flexible scheduling

PC proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

This is a student position under the direct supervision of an APSU GIS Center manager and/or staff member. Availability: 2 positions effective January 2018 FOAP : 240010-46017-61400-250 Closing: Open Until Filled

Position Summary

This is a student position under the direct supervision of an APSU GIS Center manager and/or staff member. Availability: 2 positions effective January 2018 FOAP : 240010-46017-61400-250 Closing: Open Until Filled

Essential Functions

• Ability to work a minimum of 2-hour blocks.
• Student Assistant is expected to work 15 to 20 hours per week.
• Ability to maintain flexible schedule to accommodate the GIS Center.
• Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone.
• Ability to make decisions and work independently.
• Ability to efficiently use Microsoft Access and Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to cooperate and work well with all elements of the University community.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential to this position.