ADVANCED MANUFACTURING PROGRAM LAB ASSISTANT

 Salary $45,220.00

• $62,710.

00 Annually Location Huntsville, AL Job Type Full-Time Job Number 05727 College/Division DRAKE-205020-Advanced Manufacturing Opening Date 01/31/2025 Closing Date 2/14/2025 11:59 PM Central Campus Location Drake State Community & Technical College

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS Position Summary This position is grant funded. Continuation of position is contingent upon grant funding. The Advanced Manufacturing Program Lab Assistant will provide laboratory assistance and support the Advanced Manufacturing Department. The Advanced Manufacturing Program Lab Assistant performs laboratory and administrative work; responsible for setting up laboratory and related equipment/supplies for science labs; assists with instruction, maintains inventory of laboratory equipment, materials and supplies; orders new and replacement materials; maintains/cares for laboratory equipment; assists the safety officer withpliance with state and federal guidelines; ensures the proper labeling and disposal of hazardous and biological laboratory wastes; performs general lab maintenance (i.e. cleanliness) and other pertinent duties as assigned.

SALARY:

Appropriate placement on Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees Salary Schedule E2, Grade 3 Salary Range $45,220

• $62,710 (12 months, Non-Exempt)

Work Hours:

8:00 am

• 5:30 pm Monday
• Thursday and 8:00 am
• 12:00 pm Friday Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Advanced Manufacturing Program Lab Assistant shall perform the duties as specified in conformity with policies established by the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees and the J.

F. Drake State Community and Technical College Faculty and Staff Handbook. Must have a flexible schedule; depending on laboratory schedules, must be available in the mornings, or evenings and Saturday Laboratory responsibilities may include any Advanced Manufacturing programs and/or courses Assist faculty and students to ensure successfulpletion of the sections Prepare materials for laboratory sections as needed; set up laboratory and related equipment and supplies for all labs and perform breakdown and cleanup of laboratory sections Must be able to operate laboratory equipment Consult with faculty regarding laboratory scheduling, supplies to be ordered, laboratory protocols, and prep sheets Maintain inventory of laboratory equipment, supplies, and materials to ensure availability of adequate supplies, materials, and other supplies needed to perform laboratory activities Set up new laboratory equipment,puter and audio/visual equipment and ensure it is functional Receive training on new procedures and equipment as needed Assist with in-house and vendor servicing of lab equipment annually Notify proper personnel of needed repairs and follow through to ensurepletion of the required repairs/maintenance Initiate orders for new/replacement materials, receive and process ordered material, ensure proper documentation of orders Review experimental procedures and equipment with lab instructors Assist in coordinating course material, lab schedules, and lesson plans Maintain the safety, security, and cleanliness of assigned laboratory facilities Perform other work-related responsibilities as assigned by full-time Advanced Manufacturing Instructor(s), Division Chair, Assistant Dean of Instruction, Dean of Instruction, and/or the President Job description may be modified or altered at any time by management. Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of an earned associates degree from a regionally accredited institution in a field in the Advanced Manufacturing Division or related field One (1) year of related laboratory experience Ability to use special laboratory instruments,puters, record keeping, equipmentanization, and routine maintenance skills for smooth operation of laboratory activities Knowledgeable and skilled in safe laboratory practices Proficient use of the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Ability to analyze, proof-read, andprehendplex documents Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees, and the public Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality Strong interpersonal skills and work ethic Excellent speaking, writing, andanizational skills Ability to handle multiple tasks Ability to project a professional and congenial demeanor

DESIRED PROFILE

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and aplishments: Understanding of andmitment to the philosophy and mission of amunity and technical college Sensitivity andmitment to cultural diversity Ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm and professional manner Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines Commitment to teaching and learning, w recent high school graduates, adult students, and non-traditional students are involved Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit aplete application packet through the NEOED on-line application system to be considered. Aplete application consists of the following: An on-line application Current resume Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.) Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Background Check Requirement In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and agree to a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit apleted application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the open period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalists will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Drake State Community and Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits. All applicants must have an on-line andpleted application packet by the deadline date. All applications received will be screened and interviews scheduled by appointment only. All applicants must ad to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Applicants must demonstrate written proficiency in English as part of the on-campus interview process. Drake State Community and Technical College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Drake State Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Drake State will make reasonable amodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Drake State reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding. Drake Statepiles information about safety and security and publishes an annual report. This report can be found on the by accessing the crime and safety report link. The link can be found on the Drake State home page by clicking the "About Drake State" tab and then selecting the "Campus Security " link. A copy can also be obtained by contacting the Director of Operations at 256-551-5210. The College reserves the right to fill the position within (120) days of the job announcement stated closing date or to not fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process. Employer ACCS JOB

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