Technical Staff Assistant

Technical Staff Assistant

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About CCRI and the Role

About CCRI and the Role

Position Title Technical Staff Assistant Department Testing & Placement Position Category Staff - NonClassified About CCRI

The Community College of Rhode Island is New England's largest community college, and a nationally-recognized leader in catalyzing student success and achievement for recent high school graduates and returning adults alike.

We provide affordable, open access to higher education, and we deliver on our mission to offer all students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for intellectual, professional and personal growth.

Diversity is our strength. We champion equity, and we celebrate, support and thrive on the diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that are represented across our four campuses.

We strive to hire and retain culturally competent faculty and staff whose demographics are reflective of our diverse student body. To learn more about our employees' values and what it means to work here, learn about our Guiding Principles here.

Job Summary

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform a variety of duties in an academic science laboratory, skills laboratory and/or studio to assist and support both teaching faculty and students with various projects and/or assignments; to operate and maintain related equipment; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior with latitude for the exercise of independent judgement; work is reviewed for accuracy and conformance to instructions.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none, but may supervise the work of student help assigned to assist.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To perform a variety of duties in an academic science laboratory, skills laboratory and/or studio to assist in teaching faculty with the development of new experiments and special programs for the laboratory.

• To perform a variety of duties in an academic science laboratory, skills laboratory and/or studio to assist students in the use of laboratory equipment, instructing students in proper laboratory techniques and resolving unanticipated problems of students with laboratory equipment.

• To assist with the detection of student learning and/or adjustment problems.

• To set up and take down all materials and equipment before and after scheduled laboratories; to assist with classroom demonstrations.

• To operate and make necessary repairs to all equipment in the laboratory in a safe manner and according to established regulations.

• To assist in the grading of non-subjective examinations.

• To maintain all schedules of laboratory use; to keep and maintain inventories of equipment, purchases, use and repairs.

• To do related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES:

• A working knowledge of relevant laboratory equipment and supplies and the ability to assist faculty and students in the performance of duties in the laboratory/studio

• The ability to interact well with both faculty and students; the ability to keep records and prepare necessary reports; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Such as may have been gained through: possession of an Associate's Degree or completion of a recognized certificate program in a relevant field; and

• Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment in a laboratory or studio as a staff assistant performing paraprofessional duties.

• Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Competencies and Desired Qualifications

Position Details

Position Information

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time FLSA Non-Exempt Pay Grade ESPA 320 Salary Information Starting Salary: $48,620 Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits and Rewards for Wellness Incentives

• Paid Time Off

• Parental Leave

• In-State Tuition Waivers

• Legal Care Insurance

For a complete listing, visit: https://ccri.edu/hr/benefits/index.html

Collective Bargaining Unit CCRIESPA Reports To Technical Staff Assistant Permanent/Limited position Permanent Position End Date Academic/Calendar Year Calendar Work Schedule Information 35 Hours non-standard Campus Location Primarily located at the Warwick Campus Civil Service List position Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Licenses, Tools and Equipment

Posting Details

Posting Details

Number of Vacancies 1 Application Open Date 06/12/2024 Application Close Date 07/06/2024 Posting Number SF01040 Quick Link https://jobs.ccri.edu/postings/5166 Special Instructions to Applicants

If attaching a resume complete with education history and/or employment history, please

disregard these sections within the online application.

Finalists may be required to provide official college transcripts.

Disability Accommodations

CCRI is committed to ensuring the full participation of all applicants throughout the recruitment process. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. If you should require an accommodation during the application process, please notify the Department of Institutional Equity and Human Resources prior to the closing of the posting by calling (401) 825-2311 or emailing humanresources@ccri.edu.

EEO Statement

CCRI prohibits students, employees, contractors, volunteers, and visitors (collectively, "community members") from engaging in discrimination and harassment based on any individual's race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected characteristic. This prohibition applies to CCRI's educational programs and activities-including admissions-as well as all employment actions, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, and benefits. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination shall be referred to CCRI's Title IX Coordinator at TitleIXCoordinator@ccri.edu

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents