Student Assistant-Administrative and Logistics Support

Position: Student Assistant – Administrative and Logistics Support

Location: 

U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Pacific Islands Water Science Center (PIWSC)
Inouye Regional Center
1845 Wasp Blvd., B176
Honolulu, HI 96818

Hours:
10–20 hours per week (flexible around class schedule), with the potential for additional hours during summer and academic breaks.

Preferred Fields of Study:
Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, Operations Management, or related disciplines.

Overview:

The Pacific Islands Water Science Center (PIWSC) is seeking a motivated and dependable student currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary educational institution on Oʻahu to provide on-site administrative, logistical, facilities, and operational support. 

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative and Office Support

• Receive, distribute, and track incoming and outgoing mail and packages.
• Coordinate conference room scheduling and meeting logistics.
• Provide customer service and support to employees, visitors, and vendors and escorts visitors, contractors, and vendors within secured facilities.
• Assist with excess property processing and disposal activities.
• Serve as a liaison between Center staff and administrative support functions, including facilities, property, fleet, shipping, records management, and information technology services.

Facilities and Logistics Support

• Assist with organizing offices, storage areas, laboratories, and warehouse spaces.
• Rearrange office furniture and equipment as needed.

Fleet Support

• Schedule and track routine vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Operate government vehicles, including larger trucks and utility vehicles, as required.

Additional Duties:

• Duties may expand based on organizational needs and the student's interests and experience and may include assisting with timekeeping, charge card reconciliations, travel support, and other administrative functions.

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary educational institution located on Oʻahu and remain enrolled for the duration of the appointment.

• Must possess a valid Hawaiʻi driver's license and be capable of safely operating Government-owned passenger vehicles, such as sport utility vehicles (SUVs), cargo vans and light-duty pickup. 
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

What the Student Will Gain:

• Experience working in a federal scientific organization.
• Exposure to administrative operations, logistics, facilities management, fleet management, records management, and property management.
• Professional development opportunities working with scientists, managers, and administrative professionals.
• Practical experience applicable to careers in business, operations, logistics, public administration, and project management.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and current class schedule to ebenson@usgs.gov with the subject line:

Student Assistant – Administrative and Logistics Support Application