What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Assistant - Technology (GIS Lab) position at Stephen F. Austin University?
This is a student position responsible for assisting with installation and maintenance of computer equipment in the Arthur Temple College of Forestry and Agriculture (Forestry technology assistant).
Job Duties
1. Provides technology assistance for faculty and staff within the department.
2. Installs software as needed.
3. Replaces common computer hardware components for faculty and staff, as needed.
4. Provides assistance in answering phone calls, routing incoming calls, taking messages, and greeting visitors.
5. Assists in file and records maintenance.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
2. Installs software as needed.
3. Replaces common computer hardware components for faculty and staff, as needed.
4. Provides assistance in answering phone calls, routing incoming calls, taking messages, and greeting visitors.
5. Assists in file and records maintenance.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.
1. Knowledge of all aspects of Microsoft operating systems including installation, configuration, repair, and troubleshooting.
2. Knowledge of software installation including Microsoft Office and Adobe Reader.
3. Ability to identify and replace common computer hardware components.
4. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
5. Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
6. Ability to identify and replace common computer hardware components.
7. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and University driving permit.
8. Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.
Required Qualifications
2. Knowledge of software installation including Microsoft Office and Adobe Reader.
3. Ability to identify and replace common computer hardware components.
4. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
5. Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
6. Ability to identify and replace common computer hardware components.
7. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and University driving permit.
8. Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES MUST MAINTAIN A 2.5 GPA.
Preferred Qualifications
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES MUST MAINTAIN A 2.5 GPA.
Direct experience is preferred.
Interest in providing quality computer support is preferred.
Ability to demonstrate self motivation, dependability, and reliability is preferred.
Physical Demands
Interest in providing quality computer support is preferred.
Ability to demonstrate self motivation, dependability, and reliability is preferred.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Position End Date (if temporary)
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SA2025-041
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Open Date
02/17/2025
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date
Work Schedule
Various times Monday-Friday 8 am to 5 pm
Min Pay Rate
$11.00/hour
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Class schedules will be considered when determining your work hours. Approximately 20 to 25 hours per week, but will not exceed 115 hours per month.
Turn in your resume (in person) to Mrs. Christen Myles in Room 312 of the Human Services building between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday-Friday or email your resume to mylescj@sfasu.edu. Serious applicants should attach a cover letter expressing your reasons for applying for this job and include the attributes which you believe make you a good candidate for this position.
Your cover letter will serve as an example of your communication skills and knowledgeable use of grammar. Send an email to mylescj@sfasu.edu to give notice that you have submitted your application.
Turn in your resume (in person) to Mrs. Christen Myles in Room 312 of the Human Services building between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday-Friday or email your resume to mylescj@sfasu.edu. Serious applicants should attach a cover letter expressing your reasons for applying for this job and include the attributes which you believe make you a good candidate for this position.
Your cover letter will serve as an example of your communication skills and knowledgeable use of grammar. Send an email to mylescj@sfasu.edu to give notice that you have submitted your application.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link
https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12678
Department Information
Department
Forestry
Contact Name
Mrs. Christen Myles
Contact Phone
(936)468-3304
Contact Email
mylescj@sfasu.edu
Contact Information
Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Which of the following best represents your current student classification?
- Entering freshman
- Freshman
- Sophomore
- Junior
- Senior
- Graduate Student
- * What is your current GPA?
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Class Schedule
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