Allan Hancock College Looking for Laboratory Assistant, Writing Center at Santa Maria, CA  Full Time

DEFINITION
Under the supervision of the Dean of Academic Affairs, performs a wide range of responsible instructional support, tutorial, and clerical duties related to the operation of the ARC; values and promotes the mission and vision of the college.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Under general supervision, incumbents in this position work closely with faculty members and classified staff in providing instructional assistance for students enrolled in programs of study. The incumbent must know basic computer usage and must demonstrate competency in English grammar. In addition, the incumbent must exercise sound judgment and demonstrate initiative in aiding and tutoring students. The incumbent must provide a calm, efficient, and effective lab environment.

1. Assists students individually with computer use, lab sign-in procedures, and distributes and explains instructor and staff prepared directions and instructions.
2. Tutors students and assists in checking students’ written and computer work and in identifying sources where a student can obtain help through computer aided software tutorial applications.
3. Maintains materials and instructs students in word processing and computer-assisted learning.
4. Assists in maintaining orderly conduct in the ARC.
5. Assists with and presents group orientations.
6. Enters data, including attendance, and maintains files and records for program reporting and development as required.
7. Tallies student surveys and end of semester data for the laboratory.
8. May develop posters, handouts, and other informational materials regarding the laboratory and its services.
9. Performs clerical functions as receptionist for lab environment as necessary.
10. Assists with coordinating and directing the work for student workers.
11. Perform other related duties as assigned.
12. Acts as a point person for tutorial/OACL staff when tutorial/OACL lab assistant is not available.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation;
• Computer hardware and software as appropriate for the lab.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Assist and tutor students in English and Reading;
• Exercise initiative and sound judgement in a variety of procedural situations;
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing;
• Locate resource materials;

• Keyboard at 40 words per minute;
• Work closely with students and faculty in a lab setting.

Working Conditions:

• Duties are primarily performed at the front counter, at a desk or at a computer.
• The incumbent will experience interruptions while performing normal duties during the regular workday.
• The incumbent will have contact, in person, by email, or on the telephone, with staff and the general public.

Physical Demands:

• Typically sits for extended periods of time;
• Operates a computer;
• Communicates over the telephone, via email, and in person;
• Regularly lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to 15-20 pounds.

Special Qualification:
A sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.

Education and Experience:
Associate degree or higher with experience relevant to English, English As A Second Language, or foreign languages, or graduation from high school, and three years of responsible experience relevant to the position.

The desired start date is March 2024. This is a part-time, 16 hours per week, 10-month classified position.

Work Schedule:
Monday – Thursday, 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

*Bargaining unit employees whose regular work schedule requires work after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m. for two (2) or more days per week shall receive a shift differential according to the following schedule:
9.3.2 Two-and-half percent (2.5%) above their regular rate of pay for all hours worked provided the shift includes two (2) hours between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials through our website

A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience.
Transcripts (Copies are acceptable for the application process). Official transcripts are required if hired.

Allan Hancock College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.