Jackson College Hiring for Science Laboratory & Building Coordinator at Jackson, MI, MI Full Time

The Laboratory (Lab) and Building Coordinator (Coordinator) position has primary responsibility in creating a safe and effective learning experiences for Jackson College students who are completing the laboratory portion of the natural science course(s) and for maintaining a safe, effective, and welcoming environment for teaching and learning in McDivitt Hall
Specific responsibility for preparation of labs, maintaining lab materials, hiring, and mentoring any student workers/interns at any of the Jackson College locations where science courses with labs are held, including any Corrections Education Program locations. The coordinator will support the organization of collections and supplies for use by multiple users. The coordinator will work with the Department Chair, the faculty member responsible for scheduling and other parties as appropriate to assure that use of laboratory spaces and classrooms are properly coordinated.Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.· Recruit, hire, train, schedule and oversee student workers, student lab assistants and interns within McDivitt Hall areas, including all necessary safety training oversight and documentation.· In cooperation with the Dean, department chair, lead faculty and Business Office, use the existing budgets for ordering and securing lab equipment and lab materials for each sub-discipline within the Natural Sciences and for any materials needed for the operation of the Hall within the policies, guidelines, and procedures of the JetStore and Business Office.· Organization, cataloging, and maintenance of lab materials, stocks and lab collections.· Preparation of lab materials, equipment and spaces as directed by lead/teaching faculty.· Serve as Chemical Safety Officer in support of the Chemical Hygiene Officer. Implement and regularly update the Chemical Hygiene Plan.· Support Facilities, Security, and other appropriate parties in development, adoption, and implementation of the Hazard Communication Plan.· Offer chemical safety training to all applicable employees according to regulatory requirements and supply necessary information to faculty and staff responsible for compliance.· Assist faculty in development of new lab materials and activities to support student learning for distance learning as well as in face-to-face courses.· Work in conjunction with the Department Chair, Science Faculty and JC Scheduling Office to develop a comprehensive annual science lab schedule that accommodates multiple users and needs and supports multiple modes of instruction delivery.· Responsible for understanding, supporting and actively demonstrating the College’s beliefs, values, mission, and vision and being in agreement to be evaluated by same.· Work with JC Security and Facilities to ensure lab spaces meet safety standards.
CONTACTS AND PURPOSE OF CONTACTSInternal: Frequent contact with students, faculty, and staff at all levels in various campus departments in a coordination capacity.External: Make contact, as needed, with JPEC personnel, and vendors for equipment repairs.
Minimum Qualifications

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Education and/or ExperienceMinimum Qualifications· Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in natural science or a directly related field.· Experience working in laboratory preparation.· Ability to travel to each campus as needed.· Obtain and retain a Law Enforcement Information Network clearance to enter state and federal correctional facilities.· Valid driver’s licensePreferred· Master’s degree in natural science· Experience with supervision· Organizational skills and experience in managing budgets and schedules.
Language Skills (required)Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.Math Skills (required)Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Reasoning Ability (required)Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.“This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required and shall not be construed as declaring the specific duties and responsibilities. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify theright of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.”Supplemental Information

Jackson College only accepts on-line applications though this system. For assistance with this, please call 517-796-8468.

Please use your legal first and last names on your application. If you are hired, you will have the opportunity to identify and utilize your preferred name.

The Jackson College Nepotism policy prohibits hiring of a relative or someone with a familial relationship to work in the same instructional department, office or administrative unit of the College including spouse, child, stepchild, parent, stepparent or sibling of the employee or spouse, aunt, uncle, niece/nephew, grandparent, grandchild, and members of the same household including domestic partner.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess (even if you are repeating it from your resume or cover letter). For instance, do not say, “See Resume or C/V.” Your resume, cover letter, and if a degree is required an unofficial transcript must be attached to your application. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.

When you apply for the position, you will get to the document upload area where you will be given an opportunity to attach your documents such as your vita, transcripts, etc.. Instructions will also be found there.

The College reserves the right to request proof of degree or certification at a later date if these documents are required as part of the qualifications for the position.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background as part of the employment process.

If selected you will be required to complete the US Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Eligibility Verification form I-9 and provide documentation verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Jackson College is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.

A copy of Jackson College’s Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report is available on the JC Campus Safety & Security website. The security report contains crime statistics for the previous three years for all of our campus locations and the annual fire safety report, which contains statistics for any reported fires in campus housing units and fire safety systems in these buildings. Additionally, the report contains policies, available resources and information concerning personal safety, fire safety and reporting procedures for both crimes and fires.

Applicants have rights under Federal employment laws. Jackson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.