Geosciences Student Assistant

## Geosciences Student Assistant Apply:
CMU Main Campus, Grand Junction, CO:
Part time:
Posted 13 Days Ago:
JR100448
** FLSA Status:
** United States of America (Non-Exempt)
** SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE
** At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.
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In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.
Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

*** Colorado Mesa University Core Values**
* ** Love
- ** Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others  
** Dignity
- ** Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill  
** Courage
- ** Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities  
** Humility
- ** Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others  
** Resiliency
- ** Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity  
** Curiosity
- ** Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown  
** Power
- ** The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals
** JOB DESCRIPTION
** The Geosciences Program is seeking motivated student employees to assist with geology laboratories and support a variety of program activities. Student assistants will help faculty prepare and maintain teaching laboratories, organize equipment and supplies, provide general program support, and assist with occasional field activities.

Some positions include driving university vehicles for program-related activities. Students hired into designated driving positions are expected to perform driving duties as part of their assigned responsibilities.
** Duties and Responsibilities
*** Assist with laboratory preparation, setup, and cleanup.
* Organize, maintain, and inventory laboratory materials and equipment.
* Assist faculty during laboratory sessions as needed.
* Perform general program support tasks, including organizing teaching spaces and materials.
* Assist with occasional field activities and other program events.
* Participate in occasional half-day or full-day Saturday field trips with advance notice (dates to be determined).
* Drive university vehicles for program activities when assigned.
** Students hired into positions with driving responsibilities are expected to perform those duties as part of their assigned position and cannot opt out after employment.
**** Required Qualifications
*** Current Colorado Mesa University student.
* Eligible for Mav Works or Federal Work-Study.
* Reliable, dependable, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.
* Available during multiple work periods listed below.
* Able to perform light lifting and move laboratory materials and equipment as needed.
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