Technical Lab Specialist - Health Science

Job Description QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: The qualifications and skill requirements for this position include: A minimum of an Associate in Science degree in the discipline with 2 or more years of documented professional experience directly related to the discipline; OR Bachelors degree in the discipline; Appropriate current professional certification and/or licensure in the related discipline; Two or more years of documented professional experience and/or graduate coursework in the respective discipline; Proven knowledge of contemporary discipline theory and practices; Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills; Proven laboratory skills required in respective disciplines; ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential job functions and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Assisting the instructor of record with skills laboratory or direction of students in work setting; Demonstration of safety principles, professional behavior and sound judgment. Demonstration of current knowledge and technical expertise in the respective discipline. Clearly, accurately, and effectively guiding students in the development of necessary skills. Demonstration of oral and written communication skills and team work. Demonstration of working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and IRSCs internet platform. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assisting the instructor of record with facilitation of student learning of cognitive, effective and/or psycho motor skills to meet the overall course objectives and program goals. Assisting the instructor of record with assignment and direction of students in work setting. Assisting instructor of record with collection of data for instructor of records evaluation of student. Assisting the instructor of record to support student success by referring students to college resources. Maintaining positive communication with college students, college employees, and affiliating agencies. Assisting the instructor of record with required documentation. Participating in department, division, and college meetings as assigned. Maintaining equipment and supplies on assigned campus(es). Participating in professional development activities to enhance professional knowledge and skills. Contributing to the recruitment and retention of students. Completing other duties and responsibilities as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, and stoop. This position also requires sufficient eyesight to observe, sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly to situational needs, manipulate equipment and evaluate procedural results; sufficient hearing to assess needs and communicate verbally with students and others; sufficient verbal and written skills to communicate needs promptly and effectively in English; and lift a minimum of 30 pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College. Classification Staff Supervisory No FLSA Exempt No Employment Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Compensation and Application Deadline Pay range starts at: $16.85/hour | All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience | Open until filled. Indian River State College serves Floridas Treasure Coast as the four-county regions premier provider of post-secondary education. A comprehensive public institution, IRSC offers short-term career training, two-year Associate Degrees and Bachelors Degree programs. The Colleges combination of quality, affordability and convenience attracts more than 30,000 students annually. Every aspect of IRSC is focused on helping students succeed. We appreciate your interest in IRSC and thank you for considering IRSC as your career choice. IRSC EEO/Equal Access Policy Indian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For instructions on how to apply, please click here.