Under direct supervision, provides instructional support services for faculty and students of the Chemistry program; assists in preparing and setting up laboratory exercises, demonstrations, instructional materials, and supplies; assists students and faculty in the use and operation of equipment and materials related to the Chemistry program.

Receives direct supervision from the Dean, Natural Sciences. Exercises no direct supervision of staff.

This is the entry-level in the Laboratory Technician - Chemistry class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with limited experience learn to perform more routine tasks and lab work in the Chemistry program. Initially, work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern and exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. This class is distinguished from the Laboratory Technician II - Chemistry in that the latter performs more advanced lab technician services requiring additional training and/or experience.

1. Assists in preparing and setting up laboratory exercises, demonstrations, and instructional materials; monitors laboratory environment; organizes, arranges, stocks, and distributes materials, equipment, and supplies.
2. Provides instructional support services for the Chemistry program; assists in instructional demonstrations of procedures and techniques; explains related principles, practices, procedures, methods, materials, terminology, tools, and equipment.
3. Operates, demonstrates use of, and maintains various laboratory equipment and materials, including lab solutions, reagents, and unknowns.
4. Prepares and sterilizes instruments.
5. Cleans and ensures proper storage of laboratory equipment; ensures laboratory and work areas are in clean and orderly condition.
6. Maintains accurate logs, reports, and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
7. Monitors, orders, receives, stores, and maintains adequate inventory levels of supplies and equipment as directed.
8. Assists in training student workers.
9. Submits work orders for maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities.
10. Promotes an environment of belonging as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, anti-racism, and accessibility.
11. Provides quality customer service when interacting with the public, vendors, students, and College staff, including individuals from minoritized groups.
12. Supports and abides by federal, state, local policies, and Board Policies and Administrative Procedures.
13. Participates on committees, task forces, and special assignments, including, but not limited to Screening and Selection Committees and mandated trainings as required.
14. Prepares and delivers oral presentations related to assigned areas as required.
15. Learns and applies emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

1. Principles and practices of supporting a diverse, equitable, inclusive, socially just, anti-racist, and accessible academic and work environment.
2. Terminology, techniques, equipment, materials, principles, theories, practices, and procedures related to the Chemistry program.
3. Basic methods and procedures for preparing course materials and laboratory exercises and demonstrations used in Chemistry courses.
4. Set-up, operation, demonstration, and maintenance of various tools and equipment used in the Chemistry program.
5. Methods, practices, and techniques of student learning and instruction.
6. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
7. Record keeping principles and procedures.
8. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
9. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, students, and District staff, including individuals of various ages, disabilities, various socio-economic and ethnic groups.

1. Advocate for and communicate the Colleges vision and commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, socially just, anti-racist, and accessible academic and work environment.
2. Participate in addressing gaps in diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, anti-racism, and accessibility in the recruitment and retention of staff.
3. Participate in providing resources and support towards the goal of a diverse, equitable, inclusive, socially just, anti-racist, and accessible academic and work environment.
4. Learn principles, practices, procedures, methods, materials, tools, terminology, and equipment related to the Chemistry program.
5. Assist students and faculty in the use and operation of equipment and materials related to the Chemistry program.
6. Create an engaging and positive learning environment in a laboratory or other learning environments.
7. Learn and demonstrate proper use and maintenance of equipment, materials, and supplies used in the Chemistry program.
8. Interpret, apply, and explain applicable District policies, rules, and regulations related to areas of responsibility.
9. Estimate and order required supplies and equipment.
10. Establish and maintain a filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
11. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
12. Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software applications programs.
13. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
14. Understand scope of authority in making independent decisions.
15. Review situations accurately and determine appropriate course of action using judgment according to established policies and procedures.
16. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

1. Equivalent to an Associates degree from a regionally accredited college in chemistry or related field; and
2. One (1) year of experience working in a classroom, laboratory, or similar setting.

1. Experience working with policies and procedures relating to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, anti-racism, and accessibility preferably in a minority serving institution such as Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); OR
2. Experience with participation in programs relating to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, anti-racism, and accessibility preferably in a minority serving institution such as Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI).

The incumbent may periodically be required to travel to a variety of locations. If required to operate a vehicle in the position, employees must demonstrate possession of a valid Californias Drivers License.