Part-Time Coordinator II, Science Lab

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect, and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

About the Role

The Part-Time Science Lab Coordinator II supports and manages laboratory materials, supplies, equipment, and laboratory experiences. This is accomplished through close coordination with the professors' lectures and a professional knowledge of the sciences. Primarily performs coordination duties characterized by facilitating the harmonious working of peers or colleagues toward the same end. Coordinators do not generally directly supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Assists manager and faculty to create biology, chemistry, environmental science, geology, and physics laboratory schedules
• Maintains inventory and quality assurance of all science lab items, including cataloguing and labeling of all lab materials
• Tracks and coordinates budget expenditures
• Prepares requisitions for the timely arrival of all lab-related materials under the direction of the manager
• Directs and monitors laboratory safety protocols
• Monitors regulated and bio-hazardous materials; directs the proper disposal of such materials
• Communicates with instructors regarding labs
• Analyzes and improves procedures and practices
• Assists manager in developing hygiene plan, maintaining Right to Know Centers, and MSDS
• Keeps current with new technologies and safety regulations
• Supervises student workers in laboratory preparations
• Maintains professional working relationships, both within the District and with outside vendors
• Networks with individuals in other divisions and departments
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Knowledge and/or experience with infection control policies and procedures and safety regulations (EPA, OSHA)
• Proven astute and broad knowledge of the sciences and related safety protocols for the successful handling of day-to-day operations
• Strong skills in the use of microcomputers and related word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum instruction and also cooperatively as a member of a team
• Demonstrated ability to provide dynamic and proactive educational leadership
• Proven effectiveness in allocating and managing resources
• Physically capable of some heavy lifting and moving, some climbing, and moving rapidly through the lab rooms
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate power equipment and determine equipment usage
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to work collaboratively
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the comprehensive community college
• Demonstrated high-level communication and computer skills
• Demonstrated commitment to quality service to students
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead change

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Qualifications

Required: High school diploma and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred: Associate's degree.

Pay

Hourly pay rate is $20.70.

Benefits

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, and participation in a tax deferred retirement plan.