Instructional Lab Technician 50% - Multidisciplinary (Biology)

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Job Number CLA00601P Position Title Instructional Lab Technician 50% - Multidisciplinary (Biology) Position Type Classified Part Time Percentage Employee 50% Number of Months Assignment 12 Starting Date As soon as possible Current Work Schedule

Monday thru Thursday 4:00pm - 9:30pm

Days and hours of employment may change depending on District needs.

Salary Range 32 Salary

$2.954.82 - $3,780.34 monthly - Successful candidate will start at Step 1 except in cases where the District deems appropriate.

Shift Differential FLSA Non-Exempt Location Main Campus Department Mathematics, Sciences, and Engineering (Dept) Open Date 06/24/2026 Closing Date 07/08/2026 Open Until Filled No About Rio Hondo College

About Río Hondo College

Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.

Strengths

Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College's 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.

Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students' success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.

Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.

Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor's degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team, top-notch athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.

In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.

Basic Function

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assists instructors in the planning, organization, preparation, and presentation of classroom and laboratory. Oversees and facilitates the day-to-day laboratory operations, and maintains instructional equipment and technology.

Representative Duties

1. Assists instructors and staff in planning, organizing, preparing, and presentation of classroom and laboratory materials for area of assignment (such as; ceramics, music technology, arts, physics, engineering, geology, astronomy and geography, etc.). E

2. Sets up and takes down equipment and materials for various labs. E

3. Prepares and maintains discipline-specific materials in classrooms and instructional laboratories. E

4. Takes and maintains inventory of equipment and supplies; updates and maintains stockroom inventory records for a variety of lab materials and supplies. E

5. Maintains and makes minor repairs to discipline-specific classroom and laboratory equipment. E

6. Prepares solutions and assembles materials needed for laboratory experiments. E

7. With guidance and coordination from Information Technology, maintains technology that includes installing/upgrading/decommissioning of computers, softwares and peripherals relevant to the disciplines. E

8. Collaborates with instructors to; plan, organize, prepare, and conduct lab experiments; assists with curriculum, lab experiments, and program plans, as needed. E

9. Maintains records of requisitions and purchases on behalf of the assigned programs/departments. E

10. Coordinates with Facilities or other District or college departments to arrange for and repair broken or malfunctioning equipment or facilities. E

11. Contacts and meets with vendors to obtain material and/or service quotes. E

12. Coordinates with Administrative Assistant to the Division Office regarding requisitions, purchase orders (POs), invoices, and accounts payable; coordinates orders and deliveries with warehouse personnel. E

13. Ensures lab stockroom is up to Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OHSA) regulations where applicable. E

14. Supervises, trains, and provides work direction to student assistants, student workers, and/or short-term, temporary staff, as assigned. E

15. Works with Financial Aid Department to identify, interview, and hire student workers from the Federal Work Study and/or District Work Study Programs; trains, schedules, supervises, and provides work direction and daily assignments to student workers; reviews submitted timesheets against hours worked; verifies budget, and submits to appropriate personnel for approval. E

16. Assists faculty, staff, and students with a variety of requests related to the area of assignment, as directed by the supervisor. E

17. Proctor labs, lab exams, and examinations, as needed. E

18. Assists with events related to assigned programs. E

19. Performs related duties that support the overall objective of the position.

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• District and college policies and procedures as they relate to the area of assignment.
• Fundamentals, terminology, techniques, equipment and materials used in the assigned disiciplines/areas.
• Operation of a variety of lab and instructional equipment.
• Technical aspects of the assigned disiciplines/areas.
• Laboratory operation at the community college level.
• OSHA lab safety rules and regulations as applicable.
• Biohazardous waste and chemical waste disposal protocols where applicable.
• First aid, fire, and lab safety measures.
• Computer database systems used in accounting activities.
• Principles and practices of training and providing work direction.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Basic record-keeping, filing, and filing system techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Independently perform the essential responsibilities of the position.
• Assist instructors in planning, organization, preparing, and presenting classroom and laboratory materials.
• Operate, demonstrate, and maintain specialized instruments and equipment used in the assigned labs.
• Ensure the care and security of assigned equipment, specialized materials, and supplies.
• Demonstrate competence in the assigned areas.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Prepare and process purchase orders, requisitions, and invoices.
• Receive and control equipment and supplies.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Update and maintain various records.
• Plan, organize, and prioritize workload to meet established timelines.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Train and provide work direction to student workers, temporary, and short-term staff.
• Type at an acceptable rate of speed.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Education and Experience

Associate Degree with major coursework in assigned disciplines/areas or related field; AND Three to four (3-4) years of work experience in the field or discipline related to the assignment;

Or,

Bachelor's Degree in assigned disciplines/areas or related field; AND One to two (1-2) years of work experience in the field or discipline related to the assignment;

Or,

Any combination of education and experience which would provide the required qualifications for the position.

Equivalencies Foreign Degrees

Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.

License Certificates/Credentials Desired Qualifications Distinguishable Characteristics Working Conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit or stand for extended periods of time; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel, operate personal computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, use of both eyes, ability to distinguish basic shades and colors and the ability to adjust focus.

Employees are frequently required to walk and stand and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this class, incumbents are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information and skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; and interact with District, students, vendors and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom are dissatisfied or abusive.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class.

Employees work in a classroom or Instructional laboratory environment; they may be subject to exposure to potentially hazardous materials and fumes from chemicals related to caustic and corrosive chemicals, depending upon the specific laboratory environment.

Employees work under typical office conditions, with constant interruptions, and the noise level may vary depending on activities of the office.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.

Position Description

Applications are currently being accepted for Instructional Lab Technician - Multidisciplinary (Biology). This is a 50%, 12 month position.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on the closing date.

Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.

• Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions)
• Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
• Complete transcripts of all college/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted). NOTE: Transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploaded.
• Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date (please circle conferral date on transcripts). Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified.
• PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX, OR EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
• NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.

Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information

• The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States.
• Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement.
• As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints (at the applicant's expense) taken by an official LiveScan agency.
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment (The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• For positions requiring a valid California driver's license, proof of insurability is required.
• Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position), or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office.
• Pass a pre-employment physical exam at the District's expense.
• A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.

Commitment to Diversity

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

Cancel RTF Policy

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OPEN, RE-ADVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.

EEO Statement

Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • In a fast-paced laboratory environment, how do you organize your time, adapt to changing priorities, and utilize available resources such as student employees and co-workers of diverse backgrounds? Please provide a brief example.

(Open Ended Question)

• • This position supports biology, environmental technology, and biotechnology laboratories. Please briefly describe laboratory equipment you have used to sterilize media or materials and outline the general process you follow to ensure proper sterilization and safety.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please briefly describe your work experience that is most relevant to this lab technician position, including any experience supporting instructional labs, preparing materials and live specimens, or maintaining laboratory spaces.

(Open Ended Question)

• • This role includes supporting purchasing of materials and budget-related functions in a state-funded institution and grant-funded. Please explain your experience managing purchases, monitoring budgets, working with vendors, and ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial transcripts of all college/university studies, including degrees earned.

Optional Documents

• Other Documents
• Cover Letter