Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2

Salary: $3,700.00 - $4,968.00 Monthly
Location : Yakima, WA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 24-011
Division: Workforce Education
Opening Date: 01/17/2024
Closing Date: 1/31/2024 11:00 PM Pacific
Description
Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students' learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for an Instructional & Classroom Support Technician 2. We invite you to consider joining Yakima Valley College (YVC), an innovative and equity-focused designated Hispanic Serving Institution that is committed to the pursuit of equitable student learning outcomes for its diverse students.
The Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2 position supports the Allied Health & Radiologic Science programs. This is a cyclic (10 months/year), 40 hours per week, full-time, classified position.
Leave Without Pay (LWOP) occurs July-August of each year. Beginning salary is $3700 per month for 40 hours per week, with periodic increments up to $4968 plus a full state benefits package. This position is contingent upon grant funding.
Reporting to the Program Manager - Workforce Education, the Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2 will perform a variety of tasks in support of the Allied Health and Radiologic Science Programs. Under general supervision, the successful incumbent will work in collaboration with college department faculty, administrators and staff members; and perform work that requires knowledge of lab procedures, materials, equipment and other duties as assigned. Duties are performed in an office and lab/clinic environment. Some lifting (up to 50lbs.) will be required.
Essential Tasks
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree plus Medical Assistant Certified (MA-C) or graduate of a CAAHEP/ABHES accredited Medical Assisting Program

OR

• Equivalent education and/or experience e.g. (MA-C, plus 1 year of professional work experience in the medical field, plus additional work experience outside of the area of expertise)

AND

• CPR/AED/First Aid Certified or able to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Demonstrated proficiency with office technology and software, including Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual/Biliterate: English/Spanish
• Ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and the public in an efficient and effective manner.

Qualifications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Ability To:

• Concentrate for extended periods, work with multiple interruptions, and multitask.
• Use software including Microsoft Office, Word and Excel.
• Patiently and professionally communicate knowledge and skills in both oral and written forms to students who represent a broad spectrum of ages, abilities, ethnicity, education, and cultural backgrounds.
• Work collaboratively with a diverse faculty, staff, students, public and community partners to create a positive work environment.
• Self-manage work independently and meet deadlines as necessary.
• Value open-mindedness, inclusion, multicultural perspectives and multiple ways of knowing, thinking and being; ability to work successfully with adults of various ethnic and economic backgrounds.

JOB PROFILE:
Typical Office Work:

• Research, evaluate and make purchasing recommendations/decisions/provide quotes in collaboration with faculty and program coordinator for program supplies.
• Maintain positive relationships with the public, students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Represent assigned program(s) accurately and positively to all constituents.
• Maintain inventory lists and other documents as needed for lab support.

Program Specialization:

• Operate open labs for Allied Health and Radiologic Sciences
• Will assist with lab skills practice in Phlebotomy and Medical Assisting labs.
• Facilitate clean and safe clinic and lab spaces.
• Liaison with various technology support services and vendors to ensure optimal and continuous functioning of laboratory equipment, technology, and software.
• Coordinate disposal of sharps and hazardous wastes.
• Complete: set up/close down, operation, and maintenance of all associated equipment and chemicals.
• Check out instruments and supplies as instructed.
• Monitor, launder, stock, and replace (as needed) all personal protective equipment.
• Perform professional/technical instructional support involving the use of technical, and/or academic knowledge, materials, and techniques.
• Demonstrate use and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Prepare equipment, materials, and solutions for lab.
• Prepare demonstrations as requested by instructors.
• Modify laboratory protocols; advises instructors of potential problems with existing programs.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance and repairs on laboratory, and demonstration instruments and equipment; instructs students, teaching assistants and faculty in the use of equipment.
• Assist in the development of safe laboratory procedures.
• Monitor and maintain quantity and quality of supplies and materials needed.
• Follow through with submitting documentation for purchasing department supplies and maintains adequate stock levels.
• Assemble, organize, and interpret data.
• Work closely with program faculty to support designated programs and the institution.
• May work occasional evenings and/or weekends.
• May support other Professional Technical programs as other duties assigned.

Supplemental Information
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
• A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
• Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
• Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire.
• Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications.

Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Employment Information:
Those applicants invited to interview may be required to complete a skills test.
Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services activities, or employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670. Click here for the full non-discrimination statement.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Yakima Valley College offers a selection of health and retirement plans allowing you to take advantage of the plans that work for you. We also offer paid leave, development and career opportunities, and other compensation benefits. Benefit packages are a key component of our Total Compensation Model.
Insurance Benefits
Yakima Valley College offers medical (including vision), and dental. There are several medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the ' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Please refer to the for more detailed information.
Paid Leave and Other Incentives
In addition to the benefits above, full time classifed employees can accrue up to 25 days of vacation, 12 sick days, and 3 personal days each year. Full time employees are also able to take advantage of waived tuition, scholarships and other professional development opportunities.
Contact our Human Resources team with any additional questions you may.