Company:
Weber State University
Location: Ogden
Closing Date: 19/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Position Details
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Geospatial Teaching Assistant for NUGeoTec
Requisition Number
H01039P
Position Category
Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
10-20
Months per year
2
Alternate work schedule
Hours may vary, depending on student requests.
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate
$20.00
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Geospatial Teaching Assistant (TA) will serve as instructional apprentice under the guidance and supervision of a faculty member. The specific duties of the TA will depend on the nature of the course/lab to which the TA is assigned and the support needs of the department as a whole. Duties may include assisting with course preparation, instructional support in labs (including guiding students in best practices and safety), leading review sessions and discussions, mentoring independent projects and assisting with grading.
Required Qualifications
Has completed both GEO 1710/3710 and GEO 3840 and GEOG 2400/4400 (or similar courses) with a B or better grade (Contact Ryan Frazier to inquire which class is currently seeking a TA). Approval of the course instructor is required. Current major in the college of science or college of social behavioral sciences.
This position requires much computer work - thus the ability to type, read and use a computer are necessary. One must be able to be on camera for periods of time to help student inquiry and also be able to communicate with students effectively.
Preferred Qualifications
Earth and Environmental Sciences or Geography, Environment and Sustainability majors preferred. Previous experience in teaching such as tutoring a plus.
Background Check?
No
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/21/2024
Review Date
08/23/2024
Job Close Date
01/31/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application, attach a resume and the contact information for three references.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Documents Needed to Apply
Required DocumentsResume List of References with Contact Info Optional Documents Cover Letter Transcripts
WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).
Position Information
Position Title
Geospatial Teaching Assistant for NUGeoTec
Requisition Number
H01039P
Position Category
Hourly/Work Study
Campus Location
Weber State University - Ogden, UT
Hours per week
10-20
Months per year
2
Alternate work schedule
Hours may vary, depending on student requests.
Pay Grade
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate
$20.00
FLSA
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Geospatial Teaching Assistant (TA) will serve as instructional apprentice under the guidance and supervision of a faculty member. The specific duties of the TA will depend on the nature of the course/lab to which the TA is assigned and the support needs of the department as a whole. Duties may include assisting with course preparation, instructional support in labs (including guiding students in best practices and safety), leading review sessions and discussions, mentoring independent projects and assisting with grading.
Required Qualifications
Has completed both GEO 1710/3710 and GEO 3840 and GEOG 2400/4400 (or similar courses) with a B or better grade (Contact Ryan Frazier to inquire which class is currently seeking a TA). Approval of the course instructor is required. Current major in the college of science or college of social behavioral sciences.
This position requires much computer work - thus the ability to type, read and use a computer are necessary. One must be able to be on camera for periods of time to help student inquiry and also be able to communicate with students effectively.
Preferred Qualifications
Earth and Environmental Sciences or Geography, Environment and Sustainability majors preferred. Previous experience in teaching such as tutoring a plus.
Background Check?
No
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/21/2024
Review Date
08/23/2024
Job Close Date
01/31/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
Notes to Applicant
To apply, complete the online application, attach a resume and the contact information for three references.
If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.
The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.
ADA Essential Job Function
ADA Essential Job Function
Physical Activity of this position
Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Physical Requirements of this position
Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or consistently to move objects, including the human body. Sitting most of the time. Walking and standing only occasionally if ever.
Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.
Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.
The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.
The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Share this job
Weber State University