Position Title: CC Lab Tech, Instruction

Employee Classification: CC Lab Tech,Instruction

College/Division: DACC Dona Ana CC

Department: 940646-DACC BUS OFFICE TECH PGM

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Doña Ana Community College

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  $15.45

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Non-Exempt

Summary:  DACC, a responsive, accessible, comprehensive, learning-centered community college that provides education opportunities to a diverse community of learners is inviting candidates to apply for the following vacant position.

Classification Summary:
Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of routine instructional functions for on-line courses, classroom settings or laboratory settings.May need to troubleshoot computer hardware and software. May complete set up of chemical, microbiological/maintenance labs to include reagent and media preparation with all associated QA/QC. Assists students in use of equipment and tools. Assist with student advising. Covers classes as needed in the absence of the instructor.

Classification Standard Duties:
Assist faculty in the individualized instruction of students in the labs; assure student safety; Perform or schedule preventative maintenance/repair of equipment and tools within program of study; Assure all equipment is working prior to use; Duties usually consist of tutoring, maintaining supplies, supervising labs, and training and supervising student employees. Train and supervise student employees in their job responsibilities and how to safely conduct themselves in the laboratory; May conduct or schedule preventative maintenance and/ or repair of all equipment/tools within respective program of study. Set up reagent/microbiological media;Maintains inventories of equipment,chemicals, tools,and supplies; Order inventory, chemicals, equipment, media and supplies; Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets as needed or required. Demonstrate to students processes and skills with material being taught in classroom. May grade student assignments, quizzes, and exams as required. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:High School diploma or GED certificate.; Required Experience:Four (4) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:Completion of a post-secondary degree or certificate may substitute for years of experience.; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of experimental procedures, protocols, and preparation techniques within area of specialty; Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements; Knowledge of the cleaning specifications of various laboratory equipment, fixtures, utensils, and related materials.; SKILLS:Skill in providing guidance and instruction in laboratory protocols and in the safe use of laboratory equipment.; ABILITIES:Ability to follow routine verbal or written instructions; Ability to set up, calibrate, operate, and maintain standard laboratory and test equipment; Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Assists full-time and part-time faculty in traditional, hybrid, and online course preparation and in the development, design, and maintenance of Canvas courses.
• Updates and maintains department website and SharePoint pages.
• Assists with student advising for new and current students regarding class schedules and degree requirements, prepares and distributes student letters and correspondence, and maintains student files. Reviews graduate degree audits and prepares course subwaivers as needed.
• Coordinates requisitions for textbooks and instructor materials with the DACC Bookstore and department faculty to place textbook orders.
• Places textbooks on reserve with DACC library as requested. Coordinates requisitions for software and equipment requests and verifies that selected software is loaded and equipment is operational.
• Assists in the preparation of course schedules and block charts.
• At the instruction of the Department Chair, covers classes as needed in the absence of the instructor.
• Assists with the student organizations.
• Independently prepares complex documents using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Maintains a database of student information using computerized spreadsheets or database management software.
• May conduct or assist in conducting surveys and field studies; gathers or supervises the gathering and processing of data using Excel; proofreads and checks statistical data supplied by others; may prepare or supervise the preparation of suitable copy for graphs, classroom presentations and publications.
• Makes contact with area experts, vendors, advisory board members regarding meetings, guest lectures, field trips, etc.
• Participates in recruitment activities as directed.
• Performs clerical duties including, but not limited to, copying materials, filing, faxing, general word processing, and simple bookkeeping.
• Acts as a steward of the college, advocating for the program and college and exhibiting a high level of professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Word and Excel
• Experience in distance education using the Canvas Learning Platform
• Experience in using the NMSU Banner and Cognos Systems

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:  McKenna Garcia, 575-527-7550, MCGarcia@dacc.nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.