Technical Assistant I, Environmental Science Laboratory Technician (

Technical Assistant I, Environmental Science Laboratory Technician (.75 FTE)

About Worcester State University:

WORCESTER STATE UNIVERSITY is a liberal arts and sciences university with a long tradition of academic excellence dating back to 1874, as well as an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to reflect the diversity of its community. Our workforce is dedicated to academic quality, student-centered programming, engaged citizenship, open exchanges of ideas, diversity and inclusiveness, and civility and integrity. We are looking for job applicants who share these values and commitment to our students.

Worcester State is centrally located in Massachusetts, about an hour's drive from Boston, Springfield, and Providence, Rhode Island. Our 58-acre campus is nestled in the residential northwest side of Worcesterthe second largest city in New England and home to 37,000 college students at more than a dozen colleges and universities. Over 6,000 of those students attend Worcester Stateapproximately 5,300 are undergraduates and 1,000 are graduate students. Learn more about us at worcester.edu/about.

Job Description:

OFFICIAL TITLE: Technical Assistant I, Environmental Science Laboratory Technician (.75 FTE)

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Department Chair of Earth, Environment and Physics

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May supervise student personnel, as assigned

General Statement of Duties: The Technical Assistant I, Environmental Science Laboratory Technician is responsible for managing Earth & Environmental Sciences laboratories and campus geographic information systems (GIS) infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

(E) = Essential

(E) Maintains GIS, environmental science, and geology laboratories.

(E) Works with environmental science and geology instructors to maintain samples, equipment and provide support for field activities.

(E) Maintains and develops departmental laboratory and field equipment and assists in the development of instructions and manuals for the use of the equipment.

(E) Maintains the Patch Watershed Science Center field site and provides support for classroom activities, student research, and canoe upkeep.

(E) Operates the department's UAV/drones for academic, educational, research, and marketing purposes. Coordinates with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on equipment registration and flight operations.

(E) Provides GIS expertise to faculty, students and outside clients.

(E) Administers Worcester State's ArcGIS online platform and ArcGIS server.

(E) Works with the Information Technology Department to maintain GIS lab and geospatial technology equipment.

(E) Procures departmental equipment and software; negotiates pricing of supplies with vendors.

(E) Supervise work study students.

(E) Assists with administrative tasks for the department, including but not limited to recordkeeping and inventory.

(E) Assists with providing academic support for students, as assigned.

(E) Conducts and/or participates in field trips, as assigned.

(E) Serves as a role model and mentor for students, as appropriate.

Performs other duties as assigned within the Technical Assistant I classification:

Classification specifications are available at

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

Ability to learn new skills and equipment as needed.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as manuals, specifications, blueprints, drawings, plans, etc.

Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules, policies and procedures governing assigned unit activities.

Ability to use precision measuring equipment, gauges and instrumentation.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.

Ability to give oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner.

Ability to maintain accurate records.

Ability to operate standard laboratory equipment.

Ability to prepare laboratory experiments.

Ability to identify material needs and order necessary supplies.

Ability to collect and analyze data.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

Enthusiasm for working outdoors in a wide variety of conditions.

Manual dexterity and strength, mechanical aptitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, GIS, or closely related field.

Proficiency in the use of the ESRI GIS product line especially ArcPro.

Valid driver's license.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team environment.

Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple, ongoing projects.

Professional competence as evidenced by personal growth and development and recognition thereof by professional colleagues.

Experience in developing online geospatial applications.

Field experience in environmental and/or geological Sciences and analysis.

Additional Information:

Worcester State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer which seeks to reflect the diversity of its community.

Here at Worcester State University, it is strongly recommended that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment.

This is a grade 11, non-exempt, part-time (28 hours/week), benefited AFSCME position. The bi-weekly salary is $1,316.04 (annual salary is $34,216.97).

Worcester State University offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

a choice of 8 different pre-taxed, health insurance plan options

pension and supplemental plan retirement options

life insurance up to 8x the annual salary

long-term disability coverage

dental insurance

10 vacation days accrued per year

15 sick days accrued per year

5 personal days per year

paid holidays

Free on-campus gym access.

tuition remission for self, spouse, and dependent children

and more...

We are an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must apply online and may do so by visiting and submitting a cover letter, resume, and the contact information of three professional references.

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