Student Assistant - Oakland TSC Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/5220687) Apply  Student Assistant - Oakland TSC Salary $17.94 - $23.53 Hourly Location Pontiac, MI Job Type Non Career Job Number 5901-26-MR-2-SA-OTSC-AP Department Transportation Opening Date 02/02/2026 Closing Date 2/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH This position functions as an assistant to Transportation Service Center (TSC) Operation staff. Duties include but are not limited to entering data into various computer programs, driving a vehicle while observing roadside assets, traversing on the side of a road, creating/updating spreadsheets, composing letters, making flow charts, documenting processes, recordkeeping, filing records, copying, scanning, answering phones, scheduling meetings, preparing mailings. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license to observe roadside assets. The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Student Assistant position. For additional information, please see the links below: + Student Assistant position description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/STUDASTEN24R2.pdf) + All about MDOT The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. Required Education and Experience Education Current enrollment in a vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution. MDOT requires enrollment in at least 6 credit hours per semester/term excluding summers and continuously enrolled and earning the required credits. Experience No specific type or amount is required. Additional Requirements and Information To be considered for this position you must: + Possess a valid driver's license. + Submit proof of enrollment which includes unofficial transcripts, an acceptance letter from the college/university (as long as it is for the upcoming semester/term), copy of current semester/term schedule, or a receipt of tuition payment that shows a balance of $0.00. Failure to attach proof of enrollment may result in you being screened out of the process. View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StudentAssistant.pdf MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications. All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment. The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises. If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta atnautac@michigan.gov. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. Non-career employees are not eligible for insurance benefits, but they may be able to participate in deferred-compensation 401k and 457 plans and earn paid sick time. 01 Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials? + Yes + No 02 STUDTAST – Are you currently enrolled in vocational or technical school, or post-secondary educational institution? If so, please attach a copy of your unofficial transcript. + Yes + No 03 The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) requires that a student be currently and continuously enrolled in and obtaining at least six credits per semester/term (excluding summers). For new students, MDOT will also consider those who provide proof of enrollment for the next semester/term. Proof of enrollment may include unofficial transcripts, an acceptance letter from the college/university (as long as it is for the upcoming semester/term), copy of current semester/term schedule, or a receipt of tuition payment that shows a balance of $0.00. All confirmation documents should have your name, the college/university name, list of current courses/credits enrolled in and if applicable, courses/credits completed. Prior to being hired, we will need an unofficial transcript with the required information. Did you attach proof of enrollment? Failure to attach proof of enrollment may result in you being screened out of the process. + Yes + No 04 Do you possess a valid driver's license? + Yes + No 05 Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.). + Yes + No 06 Are you a current or former Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee? + Yes + No 07 In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States? + Yes + No 08 Do you have experience utilizing computers to enter data or track information? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + Yes + No 09 Do you have experience performing office tasks such as scanning, filing, copying and scheduling meetings? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + Yes + No 10 Do you have experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS)? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process. + Yes + No 11 This position requires driving a state vehicle (pickup truck or minivan) to observe roadside assets. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement? + Yes + No 12 This position requires traversing along roadsides to inspect signs, guardrails and pavement markings. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement? + Yes + No 13 This position requires working both indoors and outdoors. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement? + Yes + No 14 MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply) + State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com + LinkedIn + College/University Career Services Office or website + Twitter + Facebook + Indeed + Career Search Engine (i.e. Monster, Careerbuilder) + Michigan Works! Agency + Career Fair + GovDelivery + Billboard + Employee Referral + Veterans Organization + Government Jobs + Diversity Jobs + recruitics + ZipRecruiter + Other 15 MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs? + MI Construction Career Days + MDOT Capstone Internship + MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program + MDOT TRAC Program + MDOT Veteran Internship Program + MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program + National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI) + Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship + Other + N/A Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Transportation Address 425 West Ottawa Street Lansing, Michigan, 48909 Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email