Position Details Position Information Position TitleInstructional Assistant - Veterinary Technician Part Time Temporary Hourly Non-BenefitedClassification TitleTemporary PT HourlyHourly rate Stipend or Load Unit30hourClose DateOpen Until FilledYesOpen Until Filled NotesOpen For 2025-2026 Academic YearPosition TypeEmployee ClassTemporary PT HourlyInstructor StatusNot applicableOvertime EligibleNon-ExemptFLSA StatusCampus LocationRedmondPrimary PurposeThe Instructional Assistant will serve as an Instructional and Lab Assistant assist the primary course instructor in the education of students using state approved criteria to teach select and conduct hands on learning experiences appropriate for meeting objective for the classroom. Under direction of and providing support to faculty by preparing labs organizing suppliesequipment observing and documenting student performance and testing and in some courses assisting with the care of veterinary clinic animals.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare laboratory environments for instruction by assembling necessary materials equipment and supplies.Assist faculty with demonstrations student observation and evaluation of essential skills performance.Maintain accurate records of laboratory activities including student progress toward instructional goals.Reinforce knowledge and skills introduced by course faculty through guided practice and support.Handle animals for instructional use in applicable courses.Monitor the health and well-being of animals in applicable courses.Feed clean and provide basic care for animals in applicable courses.Clean and maintain instructional laboratory equipment.Assist with post-lab cleanup and resetting of laboratory spaces.Support faculty with administrative tasks such as photocopying stapling hole-punching and organizing materials or supplies.Perform other duties as assigned.Department SpecificKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesIndividuals must possess the following knowledge skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.Thorough knowledge in the field of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Technician andor Veterinary Technician Training and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.Desire to advocate for all species and work with the species referenced in the classwork or lab large small exotics lab birds etc..Knowledge of and vision of the Certified Veterinary Technicians role in the veterinary profession.Visual ability corrected to enable assistants to observe direct and supervise students in laboratory situations.Have sensory and physical requirements related to performing the essential functions of a veterinary technician.Ability to effectively use Microsoft platform desktop computer and various software including Microsoft Office and Outlook with potential to learn Canvas learning management system.Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students staff and community members.Ability to provide services to students in a manner which does not discriminate as to race creed religion color national origin disability age sex sexual preference or marital status.Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students faculty and staff and the willingness to work as a member of a team.Excellent oral written and electronic communication skills.Willingness to travel andor teach at various hours and locations as required.Must be well-organized self-motivated and dependable.Ability to perform a variety of tasks daily.Ergonomic RequirementsWork is performed in a laboratory in the field with large animal partners or in the veterinary technician training facility. Mainly standing and walking during labs. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers handle or feel objects tools or controls reach with hands and arms and requires near visual acuity to write read written materials and computer screens and sufficient hearing and speech ability for ordinary telephonic conversations. Must be able to kneel stoop crawl and crouch. Physical movements may involve lifting objects up to 40lbs. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodationMinimum RequirementsCurrent Oregon License as a Veterinarian or Certified Veterinary Technician by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board by the time of hire.Veterinary Technician applicants must have an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology or Veterinary Technician from an accredited institution have passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam VTNE and be a credentialed Veterinary Technician.Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a licensed Veterinarian or Certified Veterinary Technician with the handling and management of animals.Equivalency StatementThe College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.Preferred QualificationsPrior work experience of approximately 3 years where veterinary technician skills have been applied and practiced.Experience in teaching coaching or assisting in a laboratory setting.Knowledge of teaching and instruction of adult learners various audiences and group dynamics.EEO StatementThe goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age disability sex marital status national origin ethnicity color race religion sexual orientation gender identity genetic information citizenship status veteran or military status pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1 N-2 or N-3.In support of COCCs EEO statement bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk . What is your highest level of education No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Professional Certification or License not a degree Associates Degree Bachelors Degree in ProgressBachelors Degree Masters Degree In ProgressMasters Degree Ph.D. in ProgressPh.D.J.D.M.D.Other Doctorate Level Degree The College recognizes the value of skills knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education andor experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable boxes below and explain in the next question why your feel your educationexperience should be considered equivalent. I meet all minimum requirements education and experience listed for this position.I do not meet the minimum education degree requirements. For example the position requires a Bachelors degree I have an Associates degree.My degree is not in the required stated areas. For example the position requires a Bachelors degree in Accounting I have a Bachelors degree in another area.I have less than the minimum years experience in the areas required. As a follow up to the previous question explain how your educationexperience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements please put NA. Open Ended Question In support of COCCs commitment to diversity equity and inclusion bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent read and write Open Ended Question Are you a U.S. military veteran COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans preference in this recruitment process you must upload your DD214 and 215 215 if applicable or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the documents in the next step of this application process. Yes I am a veteranNo I am not a veteran If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 if applicable forms as proof of veteran status please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirementspreferences of this position. Open Ended Question The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States be able to arrive in the country and maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support. Are you currently or will you be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date Yes I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date.No. COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position YesNo Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you you will receive an email from COCC HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCCs criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College Yes I will provide my consent when requestedNo I will not provide my consent when requestedApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeVitaeCover LetterCollege Transcript 1 unofficialLicense or CertificationOptional Documents