Data collection assistant

Posting Number: G/R23939P Working Title: Data collection assistant Department: Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res Employment Type: Employee Anticipated Start Date: 12/06/2023 Posting Date: 11/30/2023 Open Until Filled: Yes Location of Vacancy: Athens Area FTE: 0.75 Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (View email address on click.appcast.io). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. Duties & Responsibilities On-site survey data collection at KEMO – 98% of time. Secure completion questionnaire until Dr. Kyle Woosnam can collect – 2% of time. Position Summary Two data collection assistants are needed to collect survey data from Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park (KEMO) visitors between January 2024 and December 2024. The job will require 8-16 hours of work per month, with no more than 4 hours per shift. Days are flexible and will be determined with feedback from Dr. Kyle Woosnam. Employees will work at KEMO and be positioned at varying locations depending on day of week and time of day to intercept visitors and ask them to complete an on-site questionnaire that should take no more than 10-12 minutes to complete. Individual will be responsible for securing completed questionnaires that will be periodically collected by Dr. Kyle Woosnam or one of his doctoral research assistants. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Preferred candidate will have experience volunteering at KEMO and assisting the national park with visitation/planning/management matters. Ideally the employees would live in or near Kennesaw, Georgia. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies People skills in communicating with park users and others; someone who is not afraid to approach visitors and ask them to participate in a pencil and paper questionnaire. Physical Demands Outdoor work with exposure to weather conditions. Tents will be provided in warm weather; UGA apparel in both warm and cold temperatures. Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Recruitment Contact Contact Name: Kyle Woosnam Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr