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State of Michigan Student Assistant (Geographic Information Systems) Bureau of Development in Lansing, Michigan

Student Assistant (Geographic Information Systems) Bureau of Development

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Student Assistant (Geographic Information Systems) Bureau of Development

Salary

$16.59 - $21.75 Hourly

Location

Lansing, MI

Job Type

Non Career

Job Number

5901-24-BOD-42-Student-KC

Department

Transportation

Opening Date

06/18/2024

Closing Date

7/9/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)

  • Description

  • Benefits

  • Questions

Job Description

THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH

Assist the Property Management Unit primarily with various geographic information systems (GIS)/technical tasks in support of the right-of-way (ROW) map update project. Tasks include, but are not limited to, data entry, photocopying, scanning, faxing, filing, sorting, compiling, mailing, and creating/maintaining spreadsheets as it relates to the varied functions of the Unit. This position is also responsible for assisting the Property Management Unit with processing of various records, files, and forms created and required in the Unit.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Student Assistant position.

For additional information, please see the links below:

  • Student Assistant position description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/STUDASTEN10R Position Description 6.18.2024.pdf)

  • All about MDOT

Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

For information on benefits, visitwww.mi.gov/employeebenefitsorwww.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Required Education and Experience

Education

Current enrollment in vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution.

MDOT requires enrollment in at least 6 credit hours per semester/term excluding summers and continuously enrolled and earning the required credits.

Experience

No specific type or amount is required.

Additional Requirements and Information

Please submit proof of enrollment which includes unofficial transcripts, an acceptance letter from the college/university (as long as it is for the upcoming semester/term), copy of current semester/term schedule, or a receipt of tuition payment that shows a balance of $0.00. Failure to attach proof of enrollment may result in you being screened out of the process. The student must provide evidence of enrollment or acceptance to an educational institution.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StudentAssistant.pdf

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Kelsea Cole atColeK10@michigan.gov.

Non-career employees are not eligible for insurance benefits or paid time off, however, they may be able to participate in a deferred compensation plan 401k and/or 457.

01

Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?

  • Yes

  • No

    02

    STUDTAST – Are you currently enrolled in vocational or technical school, or a post-secondary educational institution (e.g., college, community college, university, etc.)? If so, please attach proof of enrollment as failure to do so may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.

  • Yes

  • No

    03

    Did you attach a copy of your proof of enrollment (e.g., unofficial transcripts, an acceptance letter from the college/university (as long as it is for the upcoming semester/term), copy of current semester/term schedule, or a receipt of tuition payment that shows a balance of $0.00)? Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.

  • Yes

  • No

    04

    Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.).

  • Yes

  • No

    05

    Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation employee?

  • Yes

  • No

    06

    In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?

  • Yes

  • No

    07

    Do you have experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.

  • Yes

  • No

    08

    Specific details about your experience working with GIS must be provided to justify answering yes in the above question. Identify the sections of your application that contain the required details (select all that apply).

  • Work Experience

  • Office skills

  • Other skills

  • Additional information

  • Resume

  • Cover letter

  • None of the above

    09

    Do you have experience working with Microsoft Excel? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.

  • Yes

  • No

    10

    Specific details about your experience working with Microsoft Excel must be provided to justify answering yes in the above question. Identify the sections of your application that contain the required details (select all that apply).

  • Work experience

  • Office skills

  • Other skills

  • Additional information

  • Resume

  • Cover letter

  • None of the above

    11

    Do you have experience working in an office environment? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.

  • Yes

  • No

    12

    Specific details about your experience working in an office environment must be provided to justify answering yes in the above question. Identify the sections of your application that contain the required details (select all that apply).

  • Work experience

  • Office skills

  • Other skills

  • Additional information

  • Resume

  • Cover letter

  • None of the above

    13

    MDOT requires student assistants to be enrolled and earning at least 6 credits every semester except summer. What year of college will you be in during the Fall 2024 semester (please attach unofficial transcripts to document your answer otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process)?

  • Freshman

  • Sophmore

  • Junior

  • Senior

  • Graduate student

    14

    If you will be a senior during the Fall 2024 semester, do you intend to pursue a graduate degree?

  • Yes

  • No

  • Not applicable

    15

    MDOT Student Assistants are allowed to work a maximum of 129 hours per calendar month. How many hours per week can you work during the school year?

  • More than 30 hours/week

  • 20-30 hours/week

  • 10-20 hours/week

  • Less than 10 hours per/week

    16

    How many hours per week can you work during the summer?

  • More than 30 hours/week

  • 20-30 hours/week

  • 10-20 hours/week

  • Less than 10 hours/week

    17

    MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?

  • MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program

  • MDOT TRAC Program

  • MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program

  • Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship

  • MI Construction Career Days

  • National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI)

  • Other

  • N/A

  • MDOT Capstone Internship

    18

    MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)

  • State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com

  • LinkedIn

  • College/University Career Services Office or website

  • Twitter

  • Facebook

  • Indeed

  • Career Search Engine (i.e. Monster, Careerbuilder)

  • Michigan Works! Agency

  • Career Fair

  • GovDelivery

  • Billboard

  • Employee Referral

  • Veterans Organization

  • Government Jobs

  • Diversity Jobs

  • recruitics

  • ZipRecruiter

  • Other

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Agency

State of Michigan

Department

Transportation

Address

425 West Ottawa Street

Lansing, Michigan, 48909

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