Instructional Support Tech I
Company: California State University, Bakersfield
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Instructional Support Technician IUNION
CODE: R09FT/PT: Full-time PAY PLAN: 12-month WORKPLACE TYPE:
On-site (work in-person at business location)ANTICIPATED HIRING
RANGE: $3,338 - $3,600 However, offer amount will be commensurate
with candidate's experience, education, skills, and training. CSU
CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE: $3,338 - $4,773PAY BASIS: Monthly
BENEFITS: CSUB offers a best-in-class benefit package for eligible
employees that includes an array of medical plans, choice of dental
plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU
tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with
unlimited accrual, 14 paid holidays per year and more! See our
benefits website for additional information.CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO
APPLY: Open to all qualified applicantsSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO
APPLICANT: CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are
accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or
declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any
candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be
prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can
be found at CSU Vaccination Policy [calstate.policystat.com] and
questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu.POSITION PURPOSE:NSME's
technical support staff play a critical role in supporting the
School's and CSUB's mission, vision and values. Under general
supervision of the Lead Instructional Support Technician III, the
Instructional Support Technician I offers comprehensive technical
support by providing materials, supplies, equipment-related
logistical support, and technical expertise for a variety of lower
and upper division laboratory courses, and research activities for
the in the Departments of Biology, Chemistry, and
Biochemistry.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: MAJOR JOB DUTIES (Essential
Functions) Biology Laboratory Course Support Organize and schedule
the preparation and provision of biological materials, supplies,
and technical and non-technical equipment for laboratory courses;
Prepare subcultures and maintain stocks of bacteria, fungi,
protozoa, insects, and other living organisms used in laboratory
courses; Assist faculty in developing new instructional activities
and demonstrations by acting as a resource person for materials and
equipment utilization; Provide technical assistance and support to
students and faculty on individual experiments/projects; Recognize
commonalities between courses and develop systems for optimizing
facilities and equipment use. Biology Laboratory Maintenance and
Supplies: Maintain the biology greenhouse; Adjust and calibrate
technical equipment (if possible); Describe equipment needs or
problems when repairs are required; Take inventory of equipment and
accessory items, and maintain the electronic inventory database;
Conduct yearly audit of equipment and accessory items. Ensuring a
Safe Environment: Support university safety protocols; Collaborate
with the NSME Safety Officer; Serve as a member of the campus
emergency response team and the NSME Safety Committee. Other Job
Functions: Support student-faculty research. Oversee student
workers assisting in laboratories and stockroom. Perform other
job-related duties and special projects as assigned. Attend
training and maintain skill currency as appropriate to safely and
effectively complete assignments. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION
& EXPERIENCE - Equivalent to two years of experience providing
instructional support services for a unit or discipline, acting as
a student assistant, or in producing materials or supplies related
to the discipline.orEquivalent to two years of college with 16
semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials,
supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the area to
which assigned may be substituted for one year of the required
experience.orEquivalent to four years of college with 16 semester
units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or
equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for the
experience.LICENSES - N/ASKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKA's) -
Regular and Reliable Attendance Ability to operate technical
equipment related to different biology courses; Ability to adjust
and perform simple maintenance of technical and scientific
equipment; Basic knowledge and understanding of procedures and
techniques, applicable to courses in cell biology, genetics, and
molecular biology; Ability to evaluate the materials and supplies
used; Ability to learn to adjust and make minor repairs on
scientific equipment; Ability to operate scientific or highly
technical equipment and to interpret results; Ability to plan
activities and prepare schedules; Ability to use methods,
techniques and skills related to the discipline in preparing
specialized materials. Knowledge of equipment utilized in these
courses; Knowledge of common safety procedures for handling and
storage of chemicals used in laboratory preparations along with
handling both bio-hazardous and hazardous chemical waste. Ability
to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by
maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in
the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships within a diverse population and with those
from various cultural backgrounds; Ability to effectively
communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both
verbally and in writing; Ability to interpret, communicate and
apply policies and procedures; Ability to learn, interpret
independently, and apply a variety of complex policies and
procedures. Able to identify deviations from applicable policies.
Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Ability to apply independent judgment, discretion, and initiative
to address problems and develop practical, thorough and, at times,
creative solutions. Ability to maintain a high degree of
confidentiality. Excellent organizational and time management
skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate
multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
Possesses a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.
Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle and respond
appropriately to conflicts and problems. Basic competence with a
variety of computer applications including word-processing,
spreadsheets, databases, on-line systems, Internet as well as
online calendaring and email. Working knowledge of or ability to
quickly learn University infrastructure Demonstrated competence in
understanding, interpreting, and communicating procedures,
policies, information, ideas, and instructions. PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a
closely related field is preferred.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: MEDIUM WORK -
up to 40% of the activities involve sitting, standing, squatting,
kneeling or walking; lifting heavy weight objects limited to 50
pounds; may involve pushing and pulling objects within the weight
limits.ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: This position is around moving
machinery; Exposed to dust, fumes, gases, or radiation,
microwave.SPECIAL CONDITIONS:SCREENING: Only those applicants
possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs
of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications
Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training, experience,
and interest in the position.CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES
UNION: It shall be the policy of the CSU in filling vacant CSUEU
bargaining Units 2, 5, 7 & 9 positions to fill such vacancies from
among qualified individuals currently employed on-campus except
when it is determined that it is necessary to appoint outside
applicants to meet campus workforce diversity goals or to provide
specialized skills and abilities that are not available from
current employees.BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a
background check (including a criminal records check) is required
for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment,
which may be rescinded if the background check reveals
disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the
candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to
satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the
continued employment of a current CSU employee who was
conditionally offered the position.MANDATED REPORTER: Limited: The
person holding this position is considered a limited mandated
reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU
Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.GENERAL INFORMATION: It
is the policy of California State University, Bakersfield to hire
only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work
in the United States. All new employees will be required to present
documentation verifying their right to accept employment. You will
also be requested to present a social security card at the time of
initial appointment in compliance with state payroll regulations.
State regulations require that every state employee sign the Oath
of Allegiance prior to commencing the duties of his/her State
employment, except legally employed non-citizens. These individuals
are required to sign the Declaration of Permission to Work.EEO
STATEMENT: California State University, Bakersfield is committed to
Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without
regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin,
sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability
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