Instructional Support Assistant, Emt/Fire Technology - Full-Time

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Instructional Support Assistant, EMT/Fire Technology - full-time
Job Type
Staff
Department
Public Safety Academy
Campus Introduction
About College of the Desert
The College of the Desert, Desert Community College District enrolls approximately 15,000 students each academic year with steady enrollment growth each year. College of the Desert embraces diversity in all forms and the right of all people to have access to quality higher education in a safe learning environment. Designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), College of the Desert administers an array of student programs specifically focused on student support and helping students achieve their educational and career goals. As a two-year college, we offer Associates Degree for Transfer, both in Art and Sciences, Associates Degrees, and Certificates across a wide range of disciplines.
College of the Desert is a district that consists of leadership, staff, and faculty who are committed to enhancing our community through supporting the academic success of all of our students including students of color, students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students of all ages, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, "dreamers", and students of diverse sexual orientation and gender expression.
When you join College of the Desert you can expect to be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences, emphasizes collaboration, and engages students in and out of the classroom. We are committed to ensuring that College of the Desert is a welcoming place for the success of all students.
Interested in learning more about College of the Desert and the Coachella Valley? Visit the links below.

• The Community - Coachella Valley
• College of the Desert

Who We Want:
College of the Desert is seeking individuals from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. As such, we prioritize individuals who fully demonstrate their understanding of the community we serve, the benefits of diversity in a professional and educational setting, and values creating a culture that brings people together. A successful candidate will value working in a collegial, collaborative environment that is guided by a commitment to inclusion, student education, and equity. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:

• Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as faculty, staff and leadership for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
• Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
• Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
• Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
• Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.

Basic Function
Basic FunctionUnder the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of instructional and clerical duties to assist in the implementation of programs and services; schedule and maintain supplies and equipment used for instructional purposes; assist supervisor in the organization, preparation and presentation of materials.
Additional Position Information
Employment Status

• Bargaining Unit Position
• Range 8

Schedule & Location

• This position is scheduled 40 hours per week, 10 months per year.
• The schedule is Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• The primary location is Palm Desert Campus and assigned training centers based on class needs.
• The schedule and location is subject to change based on District need.

Representative Duties
Representative Duties

• Assist individual and small groups of students in an instructional setting; respond to questions concerning assigned subject matter, equipment usage and other related concerns and issues; tutor students in accordance with established guidelines.
• Assist supervisor in the organization, preparation and presentation of instructional materials; assist in overseeing and guiding assigned activities and learning sessions.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and attendance; maintain various students files as assigned.
• Administer, evaluate and mark tests; monitor study areas.
• Prepare a variety of instructional materials; set up and operate various audio-visual, computer and other teaching aids as assigned; assist students in utilizing instructional equipment and programmed materials; orient and monitor students in the use of microcomputers; remain current concerning instructional software.
• Order and distribute supplies, tapes and materials; maintain accurate inventory of supplies, materials and equipment of assigned department or program; issue and receive instructional materials for assignments.
• Research and compile data for projects and reports; assist in developing new procedures and forms as necessary.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties including answering telephones, preparing instructional materials and other related duties; register new students as assigned.
• Operate a computer and other assigned office and instructional equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and ExperienceAny combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by some college-level course work in related field and one year related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of
Knowledge of:Subject matter of assigned area of learning; instructional materials and tutorial techniques; basic reference materials and effective study techniques; record-keeping techniques; modern office practices, procedures and equipment; proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies; technical aspects of field of specialty; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to
Ability to:perform a variety of instructional and clerical duties to assist in the implementation of programs and services; schedule and maintain supplies and equipment used for instructional purposes; assist supervisor in the organization, preparation and presentation of materials; learn methods and procedures to be followed in an instructional situation; perform routine clerical work; set up, design and operate assigned departmental equipment; read, understand, interpret and apply department rules, policies and materials relating to assigned field; provide instructional assistance and information to students on the availability and uses of instructional materials and equipment; communicate effectively both orally and in writing in person and on the telephone; operate a computer and a variety of office and instructional equipment; determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Physical Demands
Working Conditions
Working Conditions
Environment: Laboratory or classroom environment. Constant interruptions.
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Weekly Working Hours
40
Work Schedule & Hours
Monday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Tuesday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Wednesday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thursday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Salary Schedule Range
Classified Salary Schedule Range 8: $22.61 - $31.82 hourly
Specific Departmental Needs
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
23-088
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
01/22/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Tentative Interview Date
12/18/2023
Posting Open Date
10/13/2023
Posting Close Date
11/29/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
REQUIRED REFERENCES:
Professional References must include at least three supervisors and two colleagues. Please include name, title, relationship and current phone numbers. Letters of reference and personal references will not be accepted in lieu of the required professional references.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.
• Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
• College Transcripts: For consideration of college coursework, transcripts must be attached. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.

TIMELINES:

• For consideration completed qualifying applications must be received by November 29th, 2023.
• Interviews are tentatively scheduled for Monday, December 18th.

Note: If you do not receive a confirmation code after applying, it means your application was not submitted.