Data collection assistant

Overview

About The University Of Georgia:

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

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 (hrweb).

The University System of Georgia (USG) core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available online. Freedom of Expression is also supported as described in USG policy.

• On-site survey data collection at KEMO.
• Securement of completed questionnaire until Dr. Kyle Woosnam can collect.

Percentage Of Time: 98% for data collection; Percentage Of Time: 2% for securement of questionnaires.

Classification Title: Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 075

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 In Position: 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: People skills in communicating with park users and others; ability to approach visitors and invite them to participate in a pencil-and-paper questionnaire.

Outdoor work with exposure to weather conditions. Tents will be provided in warm weather; UGA apparel in both warm and cold temperatures.

Is this a Position of Trust? No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Is driving a requirement of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care? No
Does This Position Have Security Access? No

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, reference checks, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Details are available on the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact Name: Kyle Woosnam
Recruitment Contact Email: woosnam