Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform specialized and technical duties to assist in the operation and maintenance of a chemistry instructional laboratory; performs other related responsibilities as may be assigned.

E =indicates essential duties of the position

• Assists in the operation and maintenance of a chemistry instructional laboratory; perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient lab operations; prepares solvents and equipment for daily lab activities. (E)
• Assists teachers and students in the use of a variety of equipment, materials and supplies in the chemistry lab; assures proper chemical reagents, solutions, laboratory supplies, models, equipment and instruments are ready for use. (E)
• Prepares and issues materials and equipment for student use; provides assistance to students as appropriate, assigned or according to established procedures; maintains records of materials and equipment used by students. (E)
• Prepare instructional materials and equipment for demonstrations. (E)
• Maintains chemistry laboratory environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition; maintains related safety, accident and incident records as required; control and maintain hazardous materials produced during lab experiments and arrange for hazardous materials disposal according to established guidelines and procedures. (E)
• Orders, receives and stores supplies, materials and equipment; maintains inventories. (E)
• Adjusts, cleans, maintains and performs minor repair to equipment; report major repair needs or arrange for repairs according to established procedures. (E)
• Prepares and maintains various records and reports related to laboratory operations. (E)
• Coordinates use of chemistry laboratories ensuring availability of supplies and equipment. (E)
• Operates a variety of equipment related to the chemistry lab. (E)
• Handles and stores waste including hazardous materials; processes waste for disposal. (E)
• Assists instructors with proctoring exams.
• Provides work direction to student worker.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Any combination equivalent to: associate's degree in chemistry and two years practical experience in chemistry. 

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles, practices, procedures and equipment of assigned chemistry instructional lab.
• Safety regulations involving areas of specialty.
• Principles and practices of providing work direction and training.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
• Technical aspects of field of specialty.
• Methods and procedures related to the handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous chemicals.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient chemistry lab operations.
• Provide information and assistance to students and staff.
• Assure the care and security of assigned equipment, materials and supplies.
• Maintain learning equipment in proper working order.
• Issue and receive equipment and supplies.
• Plan and organize work.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.

WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.

CONTACTS: Instructors, student worker, students, vendors, other departmental personnel.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:   

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to set up chemistry lab experiments and operate lab equipment.

• Lifting and carrying heavy objects.

• Pulling and pushing carts.

• Reaching to grasp and move supplies.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Instructional chemistry lab environment. 

• Exposure to fumes and potentially hazardous chemicals.

• Application
• Current resume
• Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
• Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.

• Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply. 
• Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position. 
• Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
• Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
• Short Term Hourly (Temporary) Employees and Professional Experts: May work up to 25 hours a week (not to exceed 100 hours per month), total not to exceed 999 hours for a total of 100 days. (Days are counted regardless of the number of hours worked per day).