Agriculture Lab Assistant

This position exists to perform technical duties and responsibilities within the Agriculture Department laboratories; to provide assistance under limited supervision to tutor students in carrying out laboratory assignments and tasks. To see daily activities of the laboratory, and to perform related work as required.

* Prepare and maintain Agriculture Laboratories, shops, and farm for student learning.
* Collaborate with Ridgewater College Safety Administrator for regulatory compliance.
* Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure in agriculture;
OR

6 months of teaching/tutoring experience in agriculture at the high school level or above;
OR

2 years of work experience in agriculture - no degree/certificate/diploma/licensure required;
OR

An equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
* Ability to keep accurate records.
* Ability to understand and carry out oral instructions.
* Commercial driver's license
* Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
* Experience working with students in a college setting.
* Knowledge of college and MnSCU policies
* Knowledge Agriculture policies and procedures
* Knowledge of each project in shops and the requirements for those projects
* Skill in researching and locating parts.