Instructional Lab Tech I - Veterinary Technology (Temporary Position)

Description

This recruitment is being conducted to fill temporary assignments at Ventura College only and not being conducted to establish an eligibility list from which regular appointments will be made, as such this recruitment may close at any time. Employees hired in this capacity are considered at will and do not accrue property interest in the assignment and are not eligible for benefits.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Oversee and provide instructional assistance to students in the nursing, care, and handling of animals in the Veterinary Technology program.
• Assist faculty in demonstrating and teaching veterinary technology nursing skills in the classroom and laboratory setting.
• Assist faculty with student learning outcomes; tutor and remediate students, provide skills practice and enhancement of students' classroom experience.
• Aid in the administration and scoring of test and class assignments; evaluate, track, document, and report student progress; submit in accordance with deadlines; assign and maintain records of students in skills lab, internships, and student learning lab.
• Prepare, issue and monitor materials, tools and equipment for student use; monitor and maintain records of materials, tools and equipment on loan to or checked out by students and instructors.
• Prepare and set up laboratory equipment, tools, supplies and other teaching aids for demonstrations, practical examinations and student assignments in the nursing, care, and handling of animals.
• Maintain the lab, stock rooms, and other assigned areas in a safe, clean and orderly condition; encourage awareness of and oversee the proper use of the facilities and safe practices.
• Maintain inventory of training and veterinary supplies and equipment; order, receive and arrange for proper storage and handling of food, supplies, and equipment; provide lab materials from stores; inventory materials and assure adequate quantities are available for instructional use; monitor supply budget.
• Assist in the coordination of the overall maintenance and repair of instructional equipment with the Maintenance Department; test, adjust, maintain and perform minor repairs on equipment; send equipment out for major repairs.
• Aid in the admission process.
• Maintain a variety of files and records regarding instructional materials, inventories, purchase orders and equipment repairs; organize, prepare and maintain laboratory procedure manuals; perform general clerical duties as needed.
• Screens, select, train and provide work direction for student workers.
• Use and operate a variety of technical equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• An associate degree from a recognized college or university in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science or closely related field AND two years of experience as a veterinary technician, in the nursing, care, and handling of animals AND one year of experience working with students in an organized setting.
• Licenses and Other Requirements:
• Applicants not possessing a current valid Registered Veterinary Technician license from the California State Veterinary Medical Association must have a Registered Veterinary Technician or equivalent license and receive a valid Registered Veterinary Technician license from the California State Veterinary Medical Association prior to completion of the probationary period.
• Valid CPR Certificate
• Valid First Aid Certificate

Supplemental Information

Applications will be screened for evidence of the minimum qualifications and submitted to the hiring department as they are received, as such this recruitment may close at any time. Please include ALL employment you wish to be considered in the Employment Experience section of the application and complete all fields. Experience that is included in the resume but not in the Employment Experience section of the application will not be considered.

Accommodations: Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Ventura County Community College District Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

DEGREE INFORMATION: If a degree/coursework is used to meet minimum qualifications, an official copy of your transcripts will be required upon hire. If you have a foreign degree and the institution from which your degree was granted is not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, foreign transcript evaluation is required if the foreign degree/coursework is used to meet minimum qualifications. The foreign transcript evaluation must be included with your application materials. To search institutions that are recognized as accredited by CHEA or the U.S. Department of Education, visit https://www.chea.org/state-licensed-or-authorized-institutions or http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx. If you need your transcripts evaluated, please review the list of agencies approved for foreign transcript evaluation. If applicable, an official copy of your foreign transcript evaluation will also be required upon hire.

Paid Holidays: The Ventura County Community College District offers 15 paid holidays per year, plus 2 additional floating holidays.

Paid Vacation: Full-time classified employees earn vacation leave based on years of continuous service:

• 6 months - 3 years: 8 hours per month, plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year's Eve.
• 3 - 10 years: 10 hours per month, plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year's Eve.
• 10+ years: 13.3 hours per month, plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year's Eve.

Health Benefits: The District contributes up to the full premium cost of the PPO 90C or Kaiser HMO plan (whichever is higher) toward any eligible medical plan for full-time employees and their eligible dependents. Dental, vision, and Basic life insurance premiums for full-time employees and their eligible dependents are also District paid.

Benefit providers available to eligible full-time and part-time (50% or more) classified employees include:

• Medical: Anthem PPO and HMO Plans, Kaiser Permanente HMO Plan
• Dental: Delta Dental DHMO or PPO Plus Premium
• Vision: EyeMed PPO Vision Plan

PERS members that began prior to January 1, 2013 (Download PDF reader)

PERS members that begin after December 31, 2012 (Download PDF reader)

Learn More: For a full overview of employee benefits, visit the District's Benefits page at: http://www.vcccd.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits/ascc-benefits