Student Assistant

Job Title

Duties Description

Assist the staff and staff director in preparing presentation material for use in internal and external agency meetings. Proficiency in PC and web applications such as Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Suite, Help write, proofread, and edit letters, documents, and more. Update, organize and add to NYMTC NYCTCC's contacts and email distribution lists. Assist the staff and NYCTCC members identify and enter project location information into Project Tracker, and mapping multiple project locations. Assist staff director in updating and tracking project status in Microsoft Excel. Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department's response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have completed at least 12 credit hours of college study and be currently enrolled in an accredited program. Skills Needed: An educational background in Communications, Land Use Planning and Development, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Studies or a related field; and an interest or background in stormwater management is a plus. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Proficiency in PC and web applications such as Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Suite (Photoshop & Illustrator), Google Earth, ArcGIS. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain accurate records. Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Additional Comments

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Telecommuting: Opportunities to telecommute will be discussed at interview. The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled. In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.