INSTR & CLASS SUPP TECH 2 (Non-permanent)

About Us

Cascadia College is seeking highly motivated individuals who are interested in being part of a small yet dynamic community, with a faculty and staff that are dedicated to meeting the needs of our intersectional, diverse students. Cascadia College is committed to creating and supporting an equitable and inclusive faculty, staff, and student population centered on dismantling systemic oppression and historic marginalization. Individual differences are celebrated in a community of learners focused on social justice, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Application Instructions

Vacancy Announcement

Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2 - Biology and Chemistry (Non-Permanent)

(Classified 255N)

Priority Consideration Deadline: October 14, 2026

ATTENTION CANDIDATES!

In order to submit a complete application and receive full consideration by the Search Committee, please include the following attachments with your online application:

• Equity Statement (expected length 300 to 800 words) to include each of the following elements:

• A description of a time when you recognized an equity issue. What was the issue? What did you do to make a difference? What did you learn about equity through this experience?

• A detailed description of how you are seeking to learn more about equity related issues including but not limited to race, gender, LGBTQ+, disability (ableism), age (ageism), socioeconomic class, and body diversity.

• An explanation of how you will contribute to equity at Cascadia (i.e. closing the achievement gap and raising the retention rates amongst historically marginalized students), as well as actively work against the institutionalized norms of oppression against historically marginalized people.

• Cover Letter (not to exceed 1,000 words) that specifically addresses how your qualifications and experiences meet or exceed the minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and the characteristics of the position.

• Resume

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Director of Natural Science Labs (DNSL), the Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2 - Biology & Chemistry will coordinate and provide professional/technical instructional laboratory support to undergraduate courses. Lab set-ups are coordinated with the faculty and are completed without direct supervision. The position interacts with the other Instruction & Classroom Support Technicians, Cascadia Science faculty, and University of Washington Bothell (UWB) employees to complete assignments. Questions regarding

work/projects are directed to the DNSL or the department responsible (i.e. Purchasing, UW Environmental Health and Safety) for specific projects as they arise. Duties include (1) procuring and preparing living and preserved specimens, chemicals, equipment, teaching aids and other materials for laboratory instruction, (2) safely maintaining and disposing of chemicals, (3) maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment, (4) preparing weekly laboratory set ups in biology and other science courses as assigned, (5) setting and maintaining the lab space calendar, and 6) attending lab classes to assist instructors. With the faculty and DNSL, this position coordinates assigned area staffing.

As an Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2- Biology & Chemistry, it is expected that the following qualities will be demonstrated daily: a high degree of understanding and empathy for all students, faculty, staff and visitors, as well as the ability to encourage the inclusion of all voices in decision-making, promoting equity in all areas, and actively working against institutionalized norms of oppression against historically marginalized people.

Employee Type: Non-Permanent Classified (3 - 4 months)

Initial Salary: $4,004 - $4,517 DOE + 5% King Country Premium Pay (KCPP)

Supervising Position: Director for Natural Science Labs

Essential Duties

Instructional Support:

¿ Prepare and set up equipment and materials for laboratory experiments using safety procedures in handling hazardous materials such as corrosives, toxic, etc.

¿ Search literature to determine methods to improve laboratory techniques and the teaching of scientific principles to students.

¿ Assist/advise students in laboratory assignments or in discipline subject matter; write, edit or modify laboratory handouts or manuals; modify experiments; advise instructors of potential problems.

¿ Be available to students during and outside of scheduled class times to provide lab access and additional supervision.

¿ Operate /perform routine maintenance and repair tasks on laboratory and demonstration instruments/equipment; instruct numerous, diverse students - including work study students - as well as faculty in the use of equipment.

¿ Coordinate with University of Washington, Bothell staff in shared and/or overlapping spaces.

¿ Determine appropriate disposal method for waste generated in laboratory experiments.

¿ Provide direction to hourly employees or work study students.

¿ Develop plans for facility and equipment changes.

¿ Performs other related duties of a similar nature or level as assigned.

Lab Monitoring:

¿ Monitor laboratories to ensure compliance with safety policy; assist in the development

¿ of safe laboratory procedures.

¿ Coordinate use of area laboratory space, equipment, and chemicals.

¿ Supervise assigned personnel - i.e. work-study students and part time hourly employees.

¿ Collaborate to ensure even workload and lab responsibilities among the laboratory technicians.

Lab Supplies and Equipment Purchasing:

¿ Order and dispense supplies, equipment and materials; maintain records.

¿ Evaluate equipment specifications and make purchase recommendations.

¿ Prepare cost estimates.

¿ Determine need for materials, equipment and instruments necessary for assigned course load; order or procure necessary items within budgetary limitations.

¿ Assist the DNSL with computerized inventory of laboratory equipment, materials, and chemicals.

Safety:

¿ Understand and follow applicable laws, regulations, and other standards to establish and/or maintain a safe work environment.

¿ Share responsibility for all aspects of the laboratory coordination including instructional support, equipment purchasing, and storeroom activities.

¿ Recognize important factors that affect the learning environment and modify them appropriately to achieve optimum learning.

¿ Organize and prioritize tasks to ensure they are accomplished and meet strict deadlines as set forth in syllabus/class schedule.

¿ Learn and abide by Cascadia College policies and procedures.

Other Duties as Assigned:

¿ As needed, collaborate with other instructional support areas to coordinate support efficiency (i.e. Bock Center).

¿ Participate in campus-wide events as directed.

¿ Participate on hiring committees.

¿ Participate in other committees as appropriate.

¿ Assist faculty monitoring students and instructing students of field trips: ensuring a safe environment.

¿ Performs other related duties of a similar nature or level as assigned.

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

¿ Bachelors degree with major study in biology, chemistry, or related life science field OR one years experience as Scientific Instructional Technician OR equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as license/certification/registration.

¿ Experience with managing chemical and biological wastes in compliance with State and Federal regulations.

¿ Demonstrated commitment to and interest in diversity, equity and inclusion and the ability to support a multicultural workplace and educational environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

¿ Combination of training, formal education and/or research, experience in a biological science field.

¿ Specific experience in support of chemistry, biology, anatomy and physiology, or environmental science laboratory curriculum.

¿ Demonstrated ability to support laboratory instruction in more than one area taught at Cascadia.

¿ Experience with Western Washington Native and Invasive Plants.

¿ Prior responsibility for technician support of a college-level science course.

¿ Experience using aseptic technique.

Knowledge of:

¿ Chemical use and laboratory safety.

¿ Self-Knowledge, development and continual learning; actively acquires new skills and competencies; accepts personal responsibility to develop talents and knowledge.

Skill in:

¿ Demonstrated skill in instructional laboratory support.

¿ Ability to seek ways to enhance student learning by improving laboratory experience.

¿ Problem Solving: explores varied sources for answers, using the good ideas of others to help develop solutions.

¿ Effective oral and written communication skills.

¿ All levels of English communication (written and orally}; communication in a second language highly desired

Ability to:

¿ Ability to successfully work with individuals with diverse backgrounds including, but not limited to prior education history, future education goals, English proficiency, race, color, religion, sex and/or gender (including expression}, sexual orientation, national origin, age, backgrounds, abilities, and national origin.

¿ Support and promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the work and educational environment

¿ Ability to investigate/research external information resources to determine proper procedures and best laboratory practices.

¿ Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

¿ Able to operate effectively in a team, offering accountability and responsibility.

¿ Ability to facilitate discussions and decisions within a team structure.

¿ Sensitive to the needs of diverse adult and adolescent learners.

Terms of Employment

This is a Non-permanent full-time, Classified position. This position works 40 hours per week, Monday ¿ Friday; may include occasional evening responsibilities. The position is allocated to pay Range 44 under the Higher Education Salary Schedule. Initial salary placement is between the ranges of $4,004.00 - $4,517.00 per month.

Cascadia College employees receive a 5% King County Premium Pay in addition to base salary for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year.

Physical Work Environment

Semi-Sedentary Work: Involves staying in a stationary position to a significant degree. Jobs are sedentary if moving is required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

The College is currently in hybrid operations, with many assignments completed in an online environment during this time. This position is expected to be on-campus 5 days per week.

Employees will need to provide their own remote workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for on line work needs. During on-campus operations, this position will perform work in a standard office setting, use standard office equipment and physically attend meetings both on and off campus and requires the ability to communicate in person or through appropriate means.

Must be able to:

¿ Perform activities such as, but not limited to, exerting up to 50 pounds of force to transport, install, remove, or otherwise move objects, including the human body;

¿ Handle, safely clean up and dispose of chemicals, solutions and biohazard materials common to the designated science area;

¿ Work routinely with and around hazardous materials and potential allergens.

Positions in this class typically require operating a computer, communicating, observing, and repetitive motions.

This position involves exerting between 10-30 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to transport, put, install, remove, or otherwise move objects, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Condition of Employment

As an institution that upholds the value of diversity, equity and inclusion of every individual, Cascadia College expects its employees to embody and promote these values. Both current and prospective employees of the College are encouraged to seek deeper understanding in these areas as part of professional growth.

Cascadia College maintains a drug-free work and learning environment and prohibits smoking in all college buildings and state-owned vehicles.

Campus Safety

In recognition of the Jeanne Clery Act, information on our campus safety can be found at www.uwb.edu/safety.

Cascadia Commitment

Cascadia College is committed to creating and supporting a diverse faculty, staff and student population. Individual differences are celebrated in a community of learners focused on diversity, equity and inclusion. Cascadia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, genetic information, marital or honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, and is prohibited from discrimination in such a manner by college policy and state and federal law. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process may make request to the Human Resources Office by calling (425) 352-8880.