Job Details

Substitute Pool: Science Laboratory Manager
Go to our website »

Position Number: 5556399
Location: Monterey, CA
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Monterey Peninsula College

Substitute Pool: Science Laboratory Manager

Salary: $28.61 - $36.63 Hourly
Job Type:
Job Number: 2021-00148
Closing: Continuous
Location: Monterey, CA
Division: Life Science

Description

PRIORITY SCREENING DATE - TBD

Job Summary

This is a temporary 8-week part-time position scheduled for 10 hours per week.The Sciences Laboratory Manager position for the Chemistry Department will work closely with faculty, staff, and other Chemistry lab managers to provide a rich learning experience for our students. This position will support Chemistry Department labs.

Job Description
Work independently and as part of a team to support the Chemistry Department. Under general direction, prepare laboratory and study materials, set-up and maintain equipment, and work with the lab manager team to coordinate building and tech upkeep.

Desirable Qualifications
Excellent communication and organizational skills; knowledge of lab safety protocols; knowledge/experience in preparing chemical solutions for use in chemistry labs" knowledge and experience of hazardous waste practices.

Example of Duties

Essential Functions

Prepare and set up equipment for laboratory sessions and class demonstrations according to the instructions of the faculty; return equipment from laboratory sessions and class demonstrations in a timely fashion.
Acquire, control, safely store, operate, maintain, and repair inventory of laboratory equipment, and materials. This may include hazardous materials.
Ensure appropriate storage, handling and disposal of hazardous materials and equipment; provide appropriate documentation as required by government agencies.
Keep records related to operation of the labs and stockroom, including hazardous waste storage and disposal records, SDS information, Air/Water Pollution Control data and chemical usage.
Perform regular inspections of all laboratory equipment, storage areas, and safety equipment in stockrooms and labs.
Perform and/or arrange for maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment; design/construct special equipment or models as needed.
Maintain accurate inventory of equipment, supplies and materials (including chemicals and specimens.)
Promote safe laboratory conditions and practices; follow all standard safety procedures during work; recognize/help rectify any potential safety problems by performing routine inspections of equipment and the laboratory environment . Report safety concerns to the Chemical Hygiene Officer.
Monitor laboratory plumbing, utilities, ventilation, and fume hoods; report problems promptly to the Maintenance Supervisor.
Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

Qualifications

Education and Experience (Minimum Qualification) Any combinations of education, training, and experience which would indicate possession of the required knowledge and abilities listed herein. For example, Bachelor's degree in academic area of assignment or a closely related field, and two years of recent experience which provided specific demonstrable knowledge of and skills in the academic area assigned.

Diversity

Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the diverse academic, ethnic, socioeconomic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

Knowledge

Knowledge of: the subject matter, terminology, properties, nomenclature, laboratory techniques, specialized instruments, equipment and materials to be used in the assigned area; response methodology to chemical spills and other laboratory accidents, and the current regulations and recommendations for the safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals as applicable to assigned area; basic needs and requirements of students in the area to which assigned; methodology for individualized instruction; computer applications including word processing and database management as required to fulfill the requirements of the job.

Abilities

Ability to: work with little supervision; prioritize tasks and multitask; carry out oral and written instructions; use specialized instruments and equipment; perform experiments and demonstrations in assigned area; communicate satisfactorily in both oral and written form; demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward student learning; use appropriate and correct English spelling, grammar, and punctuation; perform mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy; accurately and effectively use word processing and database management and other software programs as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job; learn and successfully use new software programs as required to fulfill the requirements of the job; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties; demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

PHYSICAL EFFORT/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Moderate to heavy physical effort; frequent standing and walking; periodic handling of parcels or supplies up to 50 lbs. Work environment includes indoor/outdoor work with periodic exposure to environmental extremes; some exposure to hazardous chemicals; occasional climbing of ladders and overhead work.

Licenses and Certificates Required

Valid California Driver's license in appropriate class for vehicle(s) used.

Work Schedule / Supplemental Information

Work Schedule
10 hours per week/ 8 weeks
Hours Vary Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
This position is located on the Monterey campus and requires in-person work

Starting Salary
$28.61 - $36.63 Hourly

How to Apply
Visit www.mpc.edu/employment and select "classified and other positions." Here you will find the announcement and the "apply" button in the upper right hand corner. You will be asked to log-in or create a new user account.

Complete all required fields of the application AND:
Attach a cover letter which describes your interest in and qualifications for the position and a review of your background with respect to the desirable qualifications of this position
Attach a .pdf of your resume
Answer the required Diversity Statement

Conditions of Employment
Monterey Peninsula Community District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District's Governing Board Goals, Educational Master Plan, Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, and Student Equity Plan. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences - emphasizing collaboration, engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners.
Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it serves. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:

(1) Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
(2) Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
(3) Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
(4) Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and (5) Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.
Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve. Offers of employment are contingent upon Governing Board approval. Employment with Monterey Peninsula College is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. All new employees are required to submit proof of freedom from tuberculosis and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Employees must sign the Oath of Affirmation of Allegiance, and submit fingerprints for California Department of Justice clearance.

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mpc/jobs/4107383/substitute-pool-science-laboratory-manager