Job Details

Starting Salary: $4,340.28 (per month) plus benefits; Salary Grade: C1-45
Full Salary Range: $4,340.28 - $5,803.05 (per month)

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the classified position above.

De Anza College Mission Statement:
De Anza College provides an academically rich, multicultural learning environment that challenges students of every background to develop their intellect, character and abilities; to realize their goals; and to be socially responsible leaders in their communities, the nation and the world.

De Anza College fulfills its mission by engaging students in creative work that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and attitudes contained within the college's Institutional Core Competencies:

• Communication and expression
• Information literacy
• Physical/mental wellness and personal responsibility
• Civic capacity for global, cultural, social and environmental awareness
• Critical thinking

JOB SUMMARY:
This position works daily with Art faculty and students primarily in the areas of sculpture, furniture design, 3-D design. This position requires knowledge and experience of the safe use and maintenance of welding and wood shop machinery and upkeep of facilities to maintain OSHA, Hazmat and safety requirements.

This employee reports directly to the Dean of Creative Arts.

DEFINITION:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of laboratory duties in support of instruction in an Art department including an assigned laboratory in sculpture, and perform duties as needed in painting, ceramics laboratory. Order, receive, store, maintain, and issue laboratory supplies, tools and equipment.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Maintain art laboratory facilities for day, evening, and weekend classes.
2. Maintain records for hazardous waste management in the division including compliance with OSHA standards and regulations for safety and fire.
3. Provide proper use and safety training of equipment and maintain a safety manual and administer safety exams to students, staff and faculty utilizing facilities.
4. Provide knowledge of basic principles, practices and procedures of basic plumbing and electrical work as it relates to the assigned laboratory equipment.
5. Assist students with utilizing lab tools, materials, and equipment in a safe and proper manner; answer technical questions; tutor students in assigned lab as necessary; demonstrate proper use of equipment and materials.
6. Prepare and set up tools, equipment and materials for demonstrations, experiments, or instruction for the assigned lab; inspect lab for safety hazards and make corrections as necessary; demonstrate safety procedures as necessary.
7. Order, issue and inventory supplies and equipment; assure the safe and proper storage of supplies, materials and equipment.
8. Prepare and maintain a variety of records related to assigned laboratory duties.
9. Operate a variety of assigned laboratory power machinery, equipment specific to the assignment; perform minor repairs as needed.
10. Perform administrative duties as assigned; monitor assigned budget expenditures.
11. Communicate with other departments to exchange information and provide technical support as necessary; monitor the progress of students and discuss with faculty as needed.
12. Attend various meetings as required.
13. Perform a variety of clerical duties related to the assigned instructional laboratory.
14. Monitor and provide direction to student assistants as assigned.
15. Perform related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge of:

1. Equipment, materials and supplies utilized in an assigned laboratory.
2. Principles, practices and procedures used in assigned laboratory.
3. Record-keeping techniques.
4. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
5. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
6. Technical aspects of field of specialty.
7. Health and safety regulations.

Ability to:

1. Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. Perform a variety of duties in support of an assigned laboratory.
3. Order, receive, store, maintain and issue laboratory supplies and equipment.
4. Assist students in the use and operation of assigned laboratory equipment and materials.
5. Perform minor repairs on equipment.
6. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
7. Maintain accurate records.
8. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. Any combination equivalent to an Associate's degree in an assigned area of expertise, or related field AND three (3) years related instructional laboratory experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Associate's degree in or successful completion of college level Art courses in wood and metal sculpture, painting and ceramics.
2. Two (2) years professional experience as a woodworker, furniture maker, welder, plastics-mold maker.
3. Experience in hazardous waste management, safety regulations, OSHA regulations and procedures.
4. Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Environment:

1. Laboratory environment.

Physical Abilities:

1. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone.
2. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer keyboard and assigned equipment.
3. Seeing to read various materials.
4. Standing for extended periods of time.
5. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
6. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
7. Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects up to 30 lbs.

Hazards:

1. Exposure to hazardous materials.

APPLICATION PACKET:

1. A District on-line application on http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/. *In the application, you will provide information, which demonstrates your understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. A cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position.
3. A current resume of all work experience, formal education and training.

If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application. Items not required (including reference letters) will not be accepted. For full-consideration, all application packets must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date.

Please allow yourself ample time to complete your application and resolve any technical difficulties that may arise with your submission. We do not guarantee a response to application questions within 48 hours of the closing date. You may also visit our Applicant Information to assist with technical difficulties at: http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/a-applicant-instructions.html

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Position: Full-Time, Permanent, 11-months per year
Starting date: As soon as possible upon completion of the search process.

Excellent benefits package which includes medical coverage for employee and eligible dependents, dental, vision care, employee assistance program, long term disability, retirement benefits and basic life insurance. For information on our benefits package that includes medical for employees and dependents, visit our web site: http://hr.fhda.edu/benefits/index.html.

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment Services no later than the closing date of the announcement. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. All interviewing costs incurred by applicant are the responsibility of the applicant.

For more information about our application process contact:
Employment Services
Foothill-De Anza Community College District
12345 El Monte Road
Los Altos Hills, California 94022
Email: employment@fhda.edu
http://hr.fhda.edu/


To apply, visit: http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/





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