Laboratory Clerk/Chemistry

Nocccd•Anaheim, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing a variety of routine clerical and maintenance duties in a classroom or lab environment as required; and assisting the instructor and students in the preparation, distribution, or demonstration of instructional instruments, materials, supplies and equipment. The role involves preparing the laboratory for instruction, setting up and storing equipment and materials, maintaining a safe and clean environment, demonstrating proper equipment usage, and managing records of equipment loaned to students. Additionally, the position handles telephone calls, maintains records, assists with ordering and stocking supplies, performs minor equipment repairs, and stays updated on emerging technologies. A key aspect of the role is participating in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts to foster a welcoming environment for all.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Commitment to diversity.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
Ability to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of college coursework and/or related training and experience in the assigned disciplines or subject areas.
Comprehensive practical experience in the area of Chemical Lab Support.
Work experience in a college environment.
Additional education and experience in the sciences such as General Chemistry or Organic Chemistry.
Prior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner.
Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.
The ability to address the needs of diverse student and/or employee populations.

Responsibilities

Prepares classroom or laboratory for instruction.
Sets up equipment and materials for exercises and demonstrations.
Collects, maintains, and stores equipment and materials after classroom or laboratory usage.
Assists in maintaining classroom or laboratory in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
Demonstrates or describes the proper usage of equipment and materials to instructors and students.
Provides information to students regarding classroom or laboratory requirements.
Prepares and issues equipment and materials for students use.
Maintains records of equipment and materials loaned to students.
Answers telephones and directs calls as appropriate.
Provides routine information.
Maintains various records as required.
Assists in ordering, maintaining, receiving, cataloging, and storing supplies and materials.
Assures adequate quantities are available for timely instructional use.
Maintains and performs minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
Reports major repair needs according to established procedures.
Examines literature on new equipment and makes purchase recommendations.
Consults with vendors as assigned.
Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
Participates in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps.
Provides active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment.
Attends and participates in diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings and events.
Performs related duties as assigned.