Environmental Lab Manager Instruction Classroom Support Technician 2
Environmental Lab Manager Instruction Classroom Support Technician 2
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Position Summary
The Opportunity:The Instructional and Classroom Support Technician 2 will provide instructional support for Environmental Conservation laboratory and field courses including limnology river ecology wetland ecology watershed restoration invertebrate biology forest ecology soils and more. This position collaborates with both faculty and staff to provide safe and engaging labs and field trips to SVC Environmental Conservation students. In addition the Instruction and Classroom Support Tech will manage the laboratory facilities including maintaining a clean and organized instructional lab space. This position also maintains and manages field and lab equipment and purchases supplies and equipment for the department.
Prior biology ecology or related laboratory experience strong communication skills effective time management and a commitment to safety culture within the department are essential for this position.
This is a 12month fulltime classified position working 40 hours per week with an adjusted work schedule to accommodate advance scheduled field trip activities. The College may have flexibility with the hours per day and months per year. This position works in the Biology Department on the main campus located in Mount Vernon Washington.
The Location:Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Upper Skagit Indian Tribe Samish Indian Nation Nooksack Indian Tribe and SaukSuiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver BC SVC is never far from worldclass outdoor recreation urban arts scenes and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island and centers in Friday Harbor a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.
Mission:Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational personal and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.
Vision:The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is studentcentered teaching and learning. We are committed to:- Equitable student outcomes in access achievement and community;
- Our Guiding Principles;
- Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
- The development of our employees;
- A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.
About SVC:Established in 1926 Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within theWashington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges(SBCTC) providing associates and bachelors degrees as well as certificates in highquality academic transfer pathways workforce training basic education for adults and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTCs Vision statement; Leading with racial equity our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial social and economic justice in service to our diverse communities.
SVCs commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education inspire student learning and achievement and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access achievement and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms policies and practices to foster the success of all.
SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial ethnic and linguistic demographics in the district particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equityminded leadership faculty and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.Skagit Valley College offers:- An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.
- Support for innovative teaching learning and scholarship.
- Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
- Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural suburban and urban lifestyles.
- Friendly supportive and diverse work environments.
- Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health dental vision and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Classroom Laboratory and Field Instructional Support
- Prepare equipment materials and chemical solutions for classwork projects laboratory projects and field excursions as requested by instructors;
- Coordinate with faculty to plan quarterly laboratory and field trip schedules;
- Assist faculty in developing lab and field activities that conform to limitations and safety requirements; advise instructors on laboratory issues;
- Support student research projects in collaboration with faculty and relevant coursework;
- May assist with driving on field trips;
- May assist in instruction for laboratory or field portion of selected classes including occasional overnight field trips.
Instructional Laboratory Management
- Organize and maintain a safe and clean instructional laboratory space including a catalog of supplies and equipment;
- Estimate quantity and quality of supplies and materials needed to maintain adequate stock levels and meet instructional needs; work with the business office and faculty to purchase equipment and supplies;
- Operate and perform routine maintenance and repairs on laboratory and field equipment or organize schedules for maintenance by specialists;
- Responsible for all hazardous waste management duties in the department including working with faculty and staff to develop plans for waste collection and disposal in class and departmental laboratories;
- With delegated authority direct student laboratory workers;
- Instruct students student workers and faculty in the safe use of laboratory and field equipment and safety during lab and field procedures.
Department Outreach and Other
- Assist with department outreach initiatives;
- Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of safe laboratory and field practices including biohazardous waste disposal;
Demonstrated experience working in a biology or ecology laboratory or other relevant laboratory work;
Experience using biology laboratory equipment including microscopes autoclave micropipette analytical balances furnace and other tools and equipment used in ecology and biology laboratories and field work in both aquatic and terrestrial settings;
Experience with ecological laboratory procedures including water quality testing;
Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel or similar programs;
Strong oral and written communication skills;
Adapt to changing schedules and situations;
Effectively organize multiple tasks;
Work independently and as part of a team;
Proactive and a positive approach in working with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds;
Meet deadlines for laboratory classroom and field trip prep on schedules established by instructors and the department class schedule;
Lift up to 50 lbs.;
Possess or ability to obtain a valid drivers license;
Navigate uneven terrain and aquatic settings.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Biology Natural Resources Chemistry Ecology or other closely related field from an accredited college or university;
Minimum of one 1 year of laboratory work experience or equivalent education experience in a laboratory;
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel spreadsheet experience;
OR
Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully carry out the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree or higher in Chemistry Ecology Natural Resources Biology or related field;
Experience working with water quality analysis;
Experience with small boats including rowing operating outboard engines and trailering is preferred for field trip assistance.
Salary Benefits Conditions of Employment Application Procedure About SVC
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary is based on Range 44 Step A $3811 per month with periodic increments to $4987 per month.Starting salary may be dependent on education qualifications and experience. Salary and benefits are subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates and collective bargaining agreements.
- This position is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and is dependent upon continued grant funding.
- This is a unionrepresented position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
- Retirement medical and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations. Additional information on benefits can be found at Deadline:Priority screening will begin afterApril 13 2025. Applications received on or before this date will receive first consideration. Applications received after the screening date maybe considered until the position is filled.
Priority Screening Date: April 13 2025
Interviews with Committee: TBD
Finalist Interviews: TBD
Anticipated Start Date: June 2025
Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this position applicants must:- Meet the minimum qualifications and;
- Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at includes the following:
- The online application which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three 3 professional references;
- A current resume; (Attachment: Resume);
- A letter of interest addressing the minimum desired qualifications and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter).
Conditions of Employment:- Prior to employment a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Additionally pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employer. By law postsecondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or nonexistence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.
- In the interest of providing a healthy safe and secure educational and work environment and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drugfree workplace for our employees and students.
- If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
- This classification is included in the classified staff bargaining unit represented by the Washington Public Employees Association WPEA.
Application Assistance:If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation you may contact Human Resources atMonday through Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message atby the application closing date.
For questions regarding the online application system you may call NEOGOV Applicant Tech Support atfrom 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. For best results apply using one of the following browsers supported by NEOGOV: Google Chrome Mozilla Firefox Safari Microsoft Edge and later versions of Internet Explorer.
SVC Annual Security Report:The U.S. Department of Education and the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act require all colleges to provide information to current and prospective students and employees about campus safety policies procedures and statistics on certain crimes including hate crimes domestic violence dating violence stalking and sexual . We are required to report our campus security information and statistics in an Annual Security Report which is updated annually each October. All prospective employees may obtain a copy of the Annual Security Report from the Human Resources Office by callingor by accessing the Report at: Valley College is an equalopportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices.
Skagit Valley College provides a drugfree environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed religion national origin sex sexual orientation and/or gender identity pregnancy genetic information age marital status disability honorably discharged veteran or military status in its programs and employment. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies contact Carolyn Tucker Vice President of Human Resources/EEO 360.416.7794 or . For inquiries regarding sexual misconduct compliance contact Title IX Coordinator Sandy Jordan 360.416.7923 or . Mailing address: 2405 E. College Way Mount Vernon WA 98273.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
