Cosmetology Dispensary Technician 47.5 (19 hoursweek)

Coast Community College District

Job Location:

Huntington Beach, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 27273 - 36769

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Definition

(ON-CAMPUS - In-Person Position)

This position is grant funded continuation of this position is contingent on funds available in the grant.

About Golden West College

Located in the coastal community ofHuntington Beach Golden West College is regarded as one of the most beautiful campuses in Southern California. The college is highly regarded for academic quality and its earliest years the college was recognized for its pioneering leadership in designing learning-centered programs and services for its student body and continues that tradition to this day.

Golden West College (GWC) has an unwavering commitment to quality education; equitable outcomes; inclusive practices; and racial ethnic and socioeconomic diversity. Ideal candidates for all positions at our college share our devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students employees and community populations. Currently our college enrolls approximately 11000 students per term; 34.2% are Latinx 31.8% are Asian 22.4% are White 1.8% are African American 0.5% are Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and 4.8% are multiracial. GWC is an officially designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). GWC engages in regular professional development opportunities and partnerships so that we can best serve disproportionately impacted groups. Activities and connections include GWCs partnership with student and employee involvement in organizations like Puente Student Veterans and Gay Lesbian Alternative Straight Alliance (GLASA); a robust District Ally training program including UndocuAlly (undocumented students) SafeZone (LGBTQ) Vet Net (veterans) and Ability Ally; and other equity minded programs; and a full calendar of culturally responsive events.

D.E.I.A - Diversity Equity Inclusion and Accessibility

At Golden West College we are committed to providing high quality education and equitable outcomes through inclusive practices that support and celebrate everyone. We welcome candidates that share our devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students employees and community populations. Please visit the links below to learn more information about GWC:

Mission Vison and Values
GWC Strategic Plan 2025-2029
GWC Employee-Student Demographics
Student Equity and Achievement Program

Summary

Provides technical and instructional assistance to students involved in cosmetology and esthetics curriculum that includes customer service-oriented classroom and laboratory settings designed to further their knowledge and physical skill. Oversees the custody care and preparation and dispensing of products and equipment in accordance with the State Board of Cosmetology and Occupational
Safety and Health Association.

Distinguishing Career Features

The Cosmetology Dispensary Technician is part of an instruction support career ladder. The position requires qualifications for and the ability to dispense beauty products requiring mixing of chemicals and coloring/blending agents and dyes. Advancement potential exists to Lab Associate based on need and the ability to work with groups actively supporting the curriculum with demonstrations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties may vary among departments divisions and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following types of duties as assigned:

1. Coordinates prepares and dispenses equipment chemicals and products required for class instruction. May blend chemicals to customer needs.
2. Ensures that all equipment and supplies used daily are operational properly cleaned and sanitized in the cosmetology and the esthetician program.
3. Provides students with assistance and training in the operation of equipment and mixing of solution and chemicals.
4. Orders supplies as needed. Assures adequate inventory and accounting for all supplies and equipment on hand.
5. Assists the department implementing of State Board rules and health and safety regulations keeping in compliance with State Board of Cosmetology and OSHA.
6. Maintains control and documentation of hazardous chemicals and arranges for removal of bio-hazard materials.
7. Performs general clerical support to the Cosmetology program. Provides support to program faculty prepares handouts and instructions maintains records of inventory vendor information purchase orders and organizes related files.
8. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of trends and requirements within the cosmetology field and as required by licensing agencies.
9. Run front desk answer phones confirm appointments book clients check in/out clients daily rebook appointments. Take money for client and retail sales daily as well as daily deposits.
10. Book tours for students and answer all questions regarding Esthetician Program. Gathers data and prepares reports containing information with student retention petitioners yearly sales in client and retail sales.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.
12. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 Code of Professional Ethics

Qualifications and Physical Demands

Knowledge and Skills

1. The position requires working knowledge of the concepts learning strategies and activities in the field of Cosmetology and Esthetics.
2. Requires knowledge of and skill in describing the current trends and styles in grooming and fashion.
3. Requires working knowledge of proper chemical mixtures and combinations.
4. Requires working knowledge of laboratory procedures organization equipment test experiments and simulations.
5. Requires sufficient math skills to calculate quantities and portions.
6. Requires sufficient English language skills to read analyze and apply procedural manuals.
7. Requires sufficient human relations skills to facilitate learning with small groups and to convey technical concepts to students.

Abilities

1. Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
2. Requires the ability to perform a variety of instructional assistance and related support functions within the field of Cosmetology.
3. Requires the ability to perform routine record keeping and report writing duties.
4. Requires the ability to communicate in both formal and informal setting with students instructors and outside customers.
5. Requires the ability to coordinate the activities of work-study students.
6. Requires the ability to work collaboratively with faculty peers and students in a way that contributes to positive student engagement.

Physical Abilities

1. The general physical demands working conditions and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
2. Essential functions will vary by position.
3. As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Californias Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) the District shall engage in a timely good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who because of their disability are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

Minimum Qualifications: Education Experience D.E.I.A

The position requires an Associates degree in Cosmetology and one year of experience related to Cosmetology. Or any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.

AND

Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial ethnic disability gender identity sexual orientation socioeconomic academic and cultural diversity within the community college student population including students with different ability statuses (e.g. physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom and campus.

Licenses and Certificates

May require a valid driver license. Requires valid CosmetologyOR Esthetician license issued by the state of California.

Working Conditions

Work is performed indoors where safety considerations exist from physical labor and use of chemicals.

This job specification describes the general nature of the work performed representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities duties work steps and skills required of the job.

Conditions of Employment

This is a part-time19 hour per week 12-month per year classified position. This position is grant funded continuation of this position is contingent on funds available in the grant. There are 2 (two) work schedules: Monday through Thursday 8:00 am 12:00 pm and Friday 8:00 am 11 am OR Monday through Wednesday 5:00 pm 10:00 pm and Thursday 5:00 pm 9:00 pm with the flexibility to occasionally work evening hours and/or weekends when necessary to meet the needs of the department. The effective date of employment and position schedule will be determined with the hiring manager upon hire for the position.

ATTENTION:Before applying please be sure to review the Coast Colleges District Board Policy regarding Nepotism (BP 7310)(Download PDF reader) to check if your application may be impacted. Additionallyapplicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. If you have any questions please contact HR Recruitment at or .

Application Requirements

To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet at by the application deadline:11:59PM Friday January 9 2026.

Incomplete applications application materials submitted by mail and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).

A complete application packet includes:

A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
A Current Resumeof professional and educational background and experience.
A Cover Letterdetailing your experience related to the role.
Detailed responses to all supplemental questions.

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance by emailing or by calling 714.438.4716.

Pay Philosophy

Coast Community College District through policies practices and other benefit programs delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity inclusion and workforce general it is the policy of the district to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees.(Salary Range EE-113)

Employment Information

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies procedures and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 )
The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students staff administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Districts strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment:

Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidates expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).
Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; AND
Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.

Additional Information

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness promotes mutual understanding and respect and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin ancestry sexual orientation marital status medical condition physical or mental disability military or veteran status or genetic information. The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includesCoastline Community College Golden West College and Orange Coast College.

TITLE IX NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
Coast Community College District Annual Security and Fire Safety Report provides the crime statistics for calendar yearsand 2024 which were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be obtained from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions.

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Definition(ON-CAMPUS - In-Person Position)This position is grant funded continuation of this position is contingent on funds available in the grant.About Golden West CollegeLocated in the coastal community ofHuntington Beach Golden West College is regarded as one of the most beautiful campuses in So...