Federal Work Study, Science Lab Assistant

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JOB SUMMARY

The Federal Work Study assists with general clerical duties for a department in a technical college. The student will work directly within Natural Sciences in the labs.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Assists lab instructor in helping students identify structures on handouts and models, use the microscope, and review for exams;
• Additional lab duties will include photocopying lab materials, light cleaning, organization, and maintenance of program-specific equipment;
• Demonstrates professionalism in contact with students, coworkers and the public;
• Maintains and disseminates necessary supplies;
• Enhances the mission of the College by demonstrating willingness to work as a team player;
• Complies with the policies and procedures of the College and the Technical College System of Georgia;
• Arrives at work on time;
• Displays cooperative, supportive and professional behavior toward colleagues and the administration;
• Tutoring, if applicable; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Time management.
• Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs. Training provided as needed.
• Organizational skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate; team player.
• Interest in honing soft skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in reference to assigned tasks.

MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Financial need
• Enrolled as a student at the location seeking employment
• Enrolled in an Allied Health Sciences Program
• Completion of Anatomy & Physiology I lab with a B or higher at SRTC in the past year
• Satisfactory academic progress for Federal Student Aid programs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition to the minimum qualifications:

• The possibility of an interest in entering education as a practitioner from the student’s field of study
• Flexible work hours, dependent on the student’s current course schedule
• Student has completed multiple SRTC science courses with a B or higher

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Hourly
• Salary commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience 
• Not eligible for benefits

NOTICES

• For assistance/accommodations with the application/interview process, contact April Bentley, Human Resources Director at

  abentley@southernregional.edu

  or 229-217-4255.
• All required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment.
• References will be checked.
• Post offer requirements following a conditional offer of employment to include a criminal history records check, a motor vehicle records check, and as applicable, pre-employment/random drug testing, credit history records check, fingerprinting records check, medical examination, psychological screening, and test for deception.

SRTC STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Southern Regional Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

The following person(s) have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Darbie Raines and Mary Beth Watson. At Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC), the Title IX (student complaints) and Section 504 Coordinator is Darbie Raines, SRTC-Moultrie 800 Veterans Parkway North, Moultrie, GA 31788, Building A, (229) 217-4145, davera@southernregional.edu. The Title VI, VII, and Title IX (employee complaints) Coordinator is Mary Beth Watson, SRTC-Moultrie 800 Veterans Parkway North, Moultrie, GA 31788, Building A, (229) 217-4207, mwatson@southernregional.edu.

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The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.