Laboratory Technician, Science

Laboratory Technician, Science, part-time Job Type: Staff Department: Arts & Media Basic Function: BASIC FUNCTION Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist instructors in the planning, organization, preparation and presentation of classroom and laboratory materials; schedule, maintain and issue supplies and equipment utilized for instructional purposes; assist academic staff by handling administrative functions.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS Classified Bargaining Unit Classified Salary Range 10 This position is assigned to work 10 months Location: Palm Desert Campus Schedule is Wednesday & Thursday, 12:00 p.
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- 7:30 p.
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and Friday, 10:00 a.
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- 6:00 p.
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Schedule and location is subject to change based on District need.
ABOUT THE POSITION The Laboratory Technician, Science assists faculty and staff in the Science Department with the preparation and presentation of classroom and laboratory materials.
The person in this position will facilitate student learning, maintain and issue supplies, and follow and apply safety and security protocols.
Representative Duties: REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Assist instructors in the planning, organization, preparation and presentation of classroom and laboratory materials; set up supplies and equipment.
Tutor students individually or small groups in a variety of instructional and tutorial situations; prepare or oversee students in preparation of laboratory setups.
Oversee safety and security of instructional materials and equipment.
Maintain laboratory environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition; mix, apply and spray chemical applications and herbicides as required.
Maintain storeroom and inventory records, equipment, supplies, other materials; maintain and perform minor maintenance on landscape equipment and vehicles as assigned.
Receive, issue, store and care for laboratory, classroom, shop, tool room or other instructional material and maintain facilities in a clean and orderly condition.
Administer and score tests as assigned; maintain student record and test files; develop reports as requested.
Maintain hazardous materials storage and handling as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by successful completion of some college level coursework with a grade of "C" or better in a related subject area and four years experience in field of specialty with at least one year experience in a laboratory setting or work environment directly associated with the assignment.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of: Knowledge of: Principles, practices, procedures and equipment of assigned subject area; laboratory equipment and materials safety regulations involving area of specialty; hazardous materials storage and handling; record-keeping techniques; correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; district organization, operations, policies and objectives; technical aspects of field of specialty; oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to Ability to: Ability to: Perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient lab operations; provide information and assistance to students and staff; assure the care and security of assigned equipment, materials and supplies; maintain learning equipment in proper working order; issue and receive equipment and supplies; plan and organize work; understand and follow oral and written directions; work independently with little direction; communicate effectively both orally and in writing to exchange information; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; meet schedules and time lines; maintain records and prepare reports; operate laboratory equipment; research new methods, materials and equipment related to assigned subject area; reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; bend at the waist; stand for extended periods of time.
Physical Demands: Working Conditions: WORKING CONDITIONS Environment : Laboratory environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
Subject to exposure to chemicals and other harmful substances.
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time Weekly Working Hours: 19.
5 Work Schedule & Hours: Wednesday - 12:00 p.
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- 7:30 p.
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, Thursday - 12:00 p.
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- 7:30 p.
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, Friday - 10:00 a.
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- 6:00 p.
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Salary Schedule Range: Classified Salary Range 10: $26.
99 - $37.
97 hourly Specific Departmental Needs: Posting Number: 23-104 Number of Vacancies: Desired Start Date: Interview Date: 02/07/2024 Posting Open Date: 12/21/2023 Posting Close Date: 1/17/2024 Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Applications missing any of the required documents listed will not be considered.
The following documents are required at the time of application: Online Application: Please fill out your online application completely with all requested details.
Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.
Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
IN YOUR APPLICATION List of Professional References: References should include at three supervisors and two colleagues.
Please include name, title, email, and current phone numbers for all references in your application.
Letters of recommendation will not be accepted in lieu of the required addition of Professional References.
APPLY BY: For first consideration, apply by Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
The posting may remain open past the listed closing date; however, applications received before the closing date will receive first review.
FAQs For additional information, click here: Recruitment - Frequently Asked Questions PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.
S.
College of the Desert does offer sponsorship nor take over sponsorship for an employment VISA.
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