Part-Time CDGRS Program Assistant
Penn State UniversityAbout the role
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Center for Dirt and Gravel Road Studies (CDGRS) at the Thomas D. Larson Pennsylvania Transportation Institute is seeking a part-time position to perform training, outreach, and technical assistance to the Commonwealth’s Dirt, Gravel & Low-Volume Roads Program. The position is responsible for assisting with workshops, field demonstrations and helping to teach the Center’s 2-day Environmentally Sensitive Maintenance roads course. In addition, the successful candidate will assist conservation districts and local municipalities with planning and oversight on a wide variety of road projects.
The successful candidate will ideally have knowledge of paved or unpaved road construction and project oversight experience. The position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as part of your job duties and may require a significant amount of travel within Pennsylvania, including occasional overnight stays. Compensation is dependent on qualifications. This position may be up to 30 hours per week for short term periods during the summer and is expected to last into the fall.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color,
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