SCIENCE LABORATORY INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT-80%, SHONE FARM

Santa Rosa Junior College

Salary: $4,105.00 - $4,993.00 Monthly

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 14-00877

Location: Forestville, CA

Department: Shone Farm

Closing: 4/6/2021 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

FILING DEADLINE: TUESDAY APRIL 6TH, 2021

It is the candidate's responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials are submitted by the filing deadline.

*Candidate selected will need to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination as a condition of employment (at District's expense) .*

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Salary Range (Pro-rated mailto:@ 80%): $4,105- $4,993 per month (20/21 Classified Salary Schedule); maximum initial placement at $4,528 per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials).

• Fringe benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents (benefits are pro-rated for part-time employees)

• Leave/Holiday time: Full-time classified members earn 8 hours of sick leave and start off accruing 6.67 hours of vacation for each month worked (accrual rate increases after third year of employment and rates are pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees are also compensated for holidays recognized by the District (14 holidays/year, pro-rated for part-time employees).

ABOUT SRJC:Santa Rosa Junior College is an institution that has been a part of the community for more than 100 years, located in Sonoma County, California. Sonoma County is rich in history, beauty, and culture; it is one of the finest places to live on earth. Over 1.7 million students have attended SRJC in its more than 100-year history, many of whom are drawn to the college for its academic excellence, superb faculty and staff, comprehensive student services and beautiful grounds. At SRJC, we value learning that includes:

• Excellent and innovative instruction and support services;

• A learning- and learner-centered environment;

• A welcoming physical environment;

• Equity-minded faculty and staff with a caring and supportive attitude among faculty and staff;

• Access to programs and courses that lead to transfer and/or gainful employment.

• Access to lifelong learning opportunities

SRJC is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism. We are a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community and supporting of all diverse groups. In 2019 and 2020, SRJC received the INSIGHT Into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award. This award recognizes colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. SRJC was the only California Community College recipient of this award. The ideal candidate will share SRJC's commitment to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=coaYwdkraGY

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Agriculture/ Natural Resources department at Santa Rosa Junior College is seeking an energetic, detail-­oriented individual with demonstrated organizational, technical, and agricultural skills to join an outstanding team of faculty, staff, and administrators in providing high quality programs and services to our district, community, and most importantly to our students. Under general supervision, performs preparatory work to assist faculty in the instruction of college level students; demonstrates theoretical or practical subject matter in a science laboratory setting; performs technical duties in the operation and maintenance of science laboratories and equipment; follows established policies concerning use and disposal of hazardous or bio-hazardous materials/wastes; and performs related work as required.

This position provides support for several programs within the Agriculture/Natural Resources

Department, with a primary focus on the Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resources programs at Shone Farm. The Science Lab Instructional Assistant will support and maintain our teaching labs and instructional facilities, including our no-till garden, vegetable row crops, orchards, post-harvest processing facility, greenhouse, shadehouse, and forest laboratory.

This is a regular, part-time (80%), 32 hours/week, 12 months/year, classified position. The tentative work schedule will be Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This position will be primarily based at Shone Farm with occasional support for instructional labs in Santa Rosa until Ag/NR Department moves to Shone Farm. This position is contingent upon funding and Board approval.

SCOPE:

The Science Laboratory Instructional Assistant provides technical and instructional support to faculty and students in one or more laboratories within a college science department or programs such as Chemistry, Life Sciences, Physics, Earth and Space Sciences, Agriculture, Natural Resources, etc. The Science Laboratory Instructional Assistant has an in-depth knowledge in the science area to which assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Science Laboratory Instructional Assistant is distinguished from the Science Laboratory Technician by the instructional focus and assistance to faculty in instruction.

DEPARTMENT/SHONE FARM DESCRIPTION:The Agriculture/Natural Resources Management Department has eight full­time faculty and approximately sixty adjunct faculty with a variety of backgrounds and a passion for teaching. The department maintains high academic standards and places primary emphasis on quality undergraduate education and career training with a strong commitment to helping our students succeed. Shone Farm serves the Agriculture/Natural Resources Department as a hands-on learning lab and agricultural science facility. In 2021 the Agriculture/Natural Resources Department will move faculty offices and the majority of its classes to Shone Farm. Shone Farm includes 120 acres of forest, 100 acres of pasture, 90 acres of vineyard, 12 acres for crop production, 4 acres of olive and apple trees, and 39 acres of buildings and improvements. Altogether, Shone farm is one of the largest agriculture sites in the California Community Colleges system. SRJC Ag/Natural Resource students are taught commercial production techniques at Shone Farm, which prepare them for the workplace or to transfer to a four-year university. The farm is located about 12 miles from the Santa Rosa Campus, between the towns of Forestville and Windsor, in the heart of the Russian River Valley AVA (American Viticulture Area).

Essential Functions

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Incumbents routinely perform approximately 80% of the duties below.

• Sets up laboratory for science demonstrations and exercises; distributes and arranges equipment, models and other related materials; issues materials and equipment for experiments; assists in the operation and maintenance of instructional labs; participates in the planning and implementation of exercises and experiments; implements new or modified policies and procedures; prepares special instructions for non-routine and complex assignments.

• Researches new developments in the assigned science area; consults with instructors to modify and incorporate changes into laboratory activities.

• Confers with students regarding classroom or laboratory progress; tutors students individually and in groups in problem areas related to instructional subject matter.

• Administers and scores laboratory exams and/or quizzes; confers with instructors and students regarding student test scores; maintains test records, laboratory attendance records and other related records.

• Prepares reports on classroom or laboratory activities and/ or student progress.

• May order or arrange for the ordering of lab supplies and equipment; receives, stores, issues and maintains lab supplies and equipment.

• Prepares, tests, adjusts, modifies, maintains, calibrates and operates a variety of laboratory equipment; troubleshoots problems and makes minor repairs and adjustments as necessary or arranges for service repair.

• May prepare reagents and solutions specific to the science area assigned, using established standards.

• Demonstrates the safe and proper use of laboratory, farming, and forestry equipment, hazardous or bio- hazardous materials to students.

• Implements departmental policies and procedures to comply with Federal, State and local hazardous materials, health and safety and hazardous waste regulations; enforces laboratory safety procedures, routinely inspects and/or tests safety equipment and supplies; responds to laboratory emergencies including injuries and spills of hazardous or bio-hazardous materials.

• May handle, care for, and/or preserve living organisms.

• May curate or maintain botanical, zoological and/or microbial collections.

• May attend departmental and instructional meetings; organizes special events and completes special projects as assigned.

• May direct the work of student employees and short-term, non-continuing employees.

• May operate, maintain, repair, and/or instruct others in the use of a variety of small farm equipment such as rototiller, weed-eater, chainsaw, power mower, hand tools and walk-behind tractor.

• May produce agricultural crops including organic soil preparation, weed control, irrigation, planting, harvesting and post-harvesting techniques.

• May cultivate and maintain greenhouse and shade house plants including watering, fertilizing, cleaning, and propagation.

• May use manual and automated methods to achieve and maintain proper greenhouse environments. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

ABILITY TO:Present classroom materials; maintain accurate computerized records, databases, reports and files; interpret and apply policies and procedures, rules and regulations; communicate effectively in English; follow and give oral and written directions; identify problems and recommend solutions; work independently with a minimum of supervision; work effectively with others contacted in the course of work; perform routine and analytical work needed to prepare reagents, solutions, equipment and materials for the laboratory in the science area assigned; set up lab equipment and materials; direct or perform experiments and demonstrations in the area assigned; understand the function of and be able to operate, demonstrate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and/or calibrate technical laboratory equipment; research, adapt and apply lab methods, practices and techniques common to the science area assigned; collect and analyze laboratory data; handle, care for and/or preserve living organisms if required; curate and maintain botanical, zoological and microbial collections if required; purchase or arrange for the purchase of science laboratory supplies and equipment; handle, store and dispose of hazardous and bio-hazardous materials; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population.

Bilingual abilities (oral and written - English/Spanish) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE OF:Specific subject matter and theoretical principles of the science area to which assigned; materials, tools and equipment, supplies and laboratory methods, practices and techniques used in the science area assigned; materials and equipment used in the repair, calibration and maintenance of technical laboratory equipment; care and maintenance of living organisms if required; curating and maintenance of botanical, zoological and microbial collections if required; current and developing environmental health and safety regulations and advances in the science area assigned; principles, practices, and environmental health and safety regulations necessary to properly use and dispose of hazardous or bio-hazardous materials or work with laboratory equipment; standard office productivity software; principles of record keeping.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates/incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below, or file for equivalency. Equivalency decisions are made on the basis of a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. If requesting consideration on the basis of equivalency, an Equivalency Application is required at the time of interest in a position (equivalency decisions are made by Human Resources, in coordination with the department where the vacancy exists, if needed.)

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree with a major related to the science area assigned (Agriculture, Botany, Environmental Science, Ecology, Horticulture, Natural Resources, or closely related fields).

Preferred Experience:

• Previous relevant work experience in agriculture with a focus on small-scale sustainable agriculture.

• Previous experience working in an educational setting.

• Familiarity with organic certification record keeping and requirements

• Previous relevant work experience in maintenance and operation of agricultural equipment, including walk-behind tractors

• Previous relevant work experience in maintenance and operation of forestry equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, saw mill

• Previous relevant work experience in plant propagation and greenhouse operations

• Bilingual (oral and written communication - English/Spanish).

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

This classification requires the use of a personal or District vehicle while conducting District business. Must possess a valid (Class C) California driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be required to possess certain licenses or certificates (e.g., valid Class C California driver's license, CPR, First Aid certificate), or possess proof of training in areas relevant to subject matter to which assigned.

• Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy items (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking. The selected candidate must pass a pre-employment physical (at District's expense).

• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

Application Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

In order to be given consideration for this position, applicants must submit the following documents by the filing deadline:

• A completed Santa Rosa Junior College Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions.

• Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references.

• A brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position, including how you meet the minimum and preferred requirements and are qualified to perform the essential functions as listed in this section of the job posting.

• Current Resume.

• Copies of Transcripts of all college-level coursework, including confirmation of degrees Unofficial copies (both sides) will be accepted if the unofficial document includes a seal, watermark, or other proof that the document was provided by an educational institution.

• If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicants must provide a formal evaluation of their foreign degree(s) at the time of application. http://hr.santarosa.edu/how-qualifyInformation on https://hr.santarosa.edu/how-apply-qualify

6. If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section of the job posting, you must complete and attach the https://hr.santarosa.edu/sites/hr.santarosa.edu/files/ClassEquivAppfinal.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application in order to be considered7. A current DMV Driver report (within the last six (6) months) verifying a good driving record.

PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED.

Following the filing deadline, applications which are complete for screening will be reviewed by a screening committee. Approximately 2-3 weeks later, Human Resources will notify you whether or not you have been selected for interview. Those applicants most suitably qualified for the position/pool will be invited to interview with a Screening Committee. The Screening Committee may include representatives from the Faculty, the Administration, the Classified Staff, the Associated Students, and the Board of Trustees.

If you are in need of special services or facilities due to a disability in order to apply or interview for this opening, please contact the Human Resources Department.

MORE ABOUT SRJC HUMAN RESOURCES

BUSSMAN HALL ANNEX MAILING ADDRESS: 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

PHONE: (707) 527-4954

FAX: (707) 527-4967

EMAIL: Please contact Shauna Malvino - mailto:smalvino@santarosa.edu or Maria Padilla - mailto:mpadillacampos@santarosa.edu

The office is located in the Bussman building on the Santa Rosa campus. All documents included in your online employment application become the property of the District. Your employment application for this opening will not automatically be considered for future openings. New employment application(s) must be submitted for each opening.

Due to COVID-19, the Human Resources staff are working remotely until further notice.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (Prior to beginning employment):

• In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

• Must be fingerprinted in California and have background clearance (at applicant's expense);

• Candidate selected will need to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination (at District's expense); and

• Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter).

• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings such as Title IX, Mandated Reporter.

Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure)Sonoma County Junior College District's annual security report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Sonoma County Junior College District; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. https://police.santarosa.edu/. Paper copies of the full report are available upon request by contacting Police Department Records at (707) 527-4963 or by visiting the Sonoma County Junior College District Police Department located at 2032 Armory Drive, Pedroncelli Center, Santa Rosa Campus.

Non Discrimination

The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non- discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities-- including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics--and application for District employment.

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VISION: SRJC aspires to be an inclusive, diverse and sustainable learning community that engages the whole person.

MISSION: SRJC passionately cultivates learning through the creative, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, aesthetic and ethical development of our diverse community.

• We focus on student learning by preparing students for transfer; by providing responsive career and technical education; and by improving students' foundational skills.

• We provide a comprehensive range of student development programs and services that support student success and enrich student lives.

• We support the economic vitality, social equity and environmental stewardship of our region.

• We promote personal and professional growth and cultivate joy at work and in lifelong learning.

• We foster critical and reflective civic engagement and thoughtful participation in diverse local and global communities.

• We regularly assess, self-reflect, adapt, and continuously improve.

Equal Employment OpportunitySRJC attracts and retains the most qualified faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. This is achieved through an inclusive recruitment strategy and a rigorous, thorough hiring process that begins with the fair and consistent evaluation of each application for minimum qualifications and demonstrated skills specific to each position/assignment. Because the ability to serve students from broad cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds and genders is a key commitment of the District mission, SRJC actively encourages applications from candidates who recognize the value that diversity brings to a professional educational community. The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non-discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities--including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics--and application for District employment.

The Sonoma County Junior College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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