AY GIS Student Course Assistant (WS-ST2)

Job Title:  GIS Student Course Assistant (WS-ST2)

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

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Department Name:  Environmental Studies

Unit Number (5 digits):  11846

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  

Contact Person/Supervisor: Environmental Studies Faculty

Wage Range: $12.00-13.00/hour

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): 

To help the course instructor deliver and facilitate a high-quality laboratory experience that enables the planning and execution of student generated projects with GPS instruments, remote sensing data, and GIS software.

Transferable Skills: 

• Communication – speak, listen, present, provide feedback

• Problem solve & trouble-shoot

• Collaborative project development

• Proficiency with ArcGIS software 

Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Provide content support sessions

• Provide feedback and supplemental instruction to peers 

   

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 

• Completed the GIS and Remote Sensing (EnvSt 255) course or the equivalent

• Quantitative and/or mapping skills using software, such as, Google Earth or ArcGIS

• Experience with the planning and execution of GIS related field projects

• Clear and enthusiastic oral and written communication

• Understand the needs of students with diverse backgrounds and identities

This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.