Mendocino-Lake Community College District is currently accepting applications for a Short- Term, Non-Continuing Instructional Aide - Biology. 

This is a temporary, non-continuing position. 

We are seeking an equity-minded person who is committed to supporting our diverse student population and faculty within the District Mission. Please review our District Mission, Goals, and Values at the following website: MLCCD - Mission, Vision, Goals.

Under the general direction of the Dean or designee, provides instructional support in the classroom and/or lab setting. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

The Mendocino-Lake Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and to recruiting and hiring persons from diverse backgrounds. Diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students including first generation students, underrepresented students, and students of color. The District strives to employ and retain faculty, staff and administrative personnel who promote a positive learning environment and are well prepared to serve our increasingly diverse student population. 

Mendocino College takes active steps to ensure equal employment opportunity and to create a diverse work and academic environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all.

Mendocino-Lake Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This is a Short-Term Non-Continuing (STNC), temporary, hourly position, 6-10 hours as needed with up to 60 hours during the semester, $19.78 per hour. Ed Code 88003 authorizes a governing board to hire STNC employees for less than 75% of a school year, up to 180 days. 

Please see the current salary schedule at: MLCCD - Salary Schedule 

Benefits: The College offers a Bronze level benefit plan at the cost of the employee.

Paid Time Off: The successful candidate will earn forty (40) hours of sick leave per fiscal year.  

Retirement: This position may be eligible for CalPERS Retirement (contingent upon number of hours worked within the fiscal year) 

ABOUT OUR COLLEGE

Established in 1973, Mendocino College, a Hispanic Serving Institution, is a vibrant and inclusive academic community, rich in culture, creativity, diversity, and technology. A fully accredited two- year community college, the District serves more than 6,500 students across four locations in the greater parts of Lake and Mendocino Counties. Complete with a friendly small-campus academic setting and a respectfully collaborative work environment, Mendocino College prepares students for a future of innovation and success. 

The beautifully landscaped main campus is located in Ukiah, California. With views of oak- covered hills, sprawling vineyards, and distant mountains, the 127-acre campus is equipped with a state-of-the-art Library/Learning Center, high-tech Nursing Facility, and Student Center.  The college operates three fully equipped centers in Fort Bragg, Lakeport, and Willits, conveniently providing our valued students with quality instruction, academic support and administrative services in neighboring communities. 

With a comprehensive curriculum and engaging instruction, Mendocino College provides a wide variety of degree, certificate, transfer, occupational, and basic skills programs.  Mendocino College students learn in a nurturing and supportive environment enhanced by small- sized classes, personalized academic advising, and several hundred dedicated faculty and staff. 

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITIES

Mendocino and Lake Counties include some of California’s most picturesque landscape. Because of the geographic location, climate, and natural beauty, Mendocino and Lake Counties attract many visitors. Agriculture, timber, and tourism industries form the economic base of the area with some light manufacturing. Mendocino and Lake Counties have a long and colorful history as a premium grape-growing region within the state’s famous North Coast wine country. A relaxed and friendly lifestyle is characteristic of our communities. Recreational opportunities abound for water skiing, swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, camping, hiking, tennis, and golf. 

Check out the local visitor guides to find out more: https://www.visitmendocino.com/ & https://www.lakecounty.com/ 

Mendocino College welcomes applications from all qualified candidates who demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college students.

The successful candidate will support student and institutional success by executing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides instructional support to students during class and/or lab time
• Notifies students of additional services on campus; such as tutoring and other resources 
• Assists faculty with material coordination and or/dispersion 
• May assist with data entry 
• May assist with set up of classroom materials and exhibits 
• May assist students with computer usage or software
• Other duties as assigned 

• Assist instructors during Microbiology and Physiology labs
• Assist lab technicians with set-up and clean-up 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Classroom setting; subject to moderate noise; frequent interruptions; frequent social interactions. May lift up to 25 pounds. 

Must meet Human Resources guidelines for qualified hiring; including by not limited to a Live Scan background check, completion of TB, and work permit where required.

Have successfully completed Microbiology and Physiology labs or have a working knowledge of labs. 

• Specific curriculum and any equipment or tools, as appropriate to the classroom setting;
• Basic teaching and learning principles, study skills, and customer service skills;  
• Appropriate language skills including usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary;
• Basic arithmetic;
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

DEPARTMENT KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Aseptic technique
• Light microscopy 
• Instrumentation 
• Excel for data analysis 
• Pure culture 
• Media preparation 
• BSL1 & BSL2 PPE and working conditions 
• BSL 2 requirements for human body fluids and pathogens  

ABILITY TO:

• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of stakeholders;
• Follow verbal and written directions;
• Follow through on assigned task;
• Conduct self in a professional manner;
• Abide by District policies and procedures;
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds;
• Walk and/or stand for intermittent periods;
• Develop and maintain constructive relationship with students of diverse learning needs;
• Maintain accurate records;
• Help students identify problems and recommend solutions

PHYSICAL ABILITY TO:

Physical demands include sitting, standing, reaching, bending, walking, driving, and frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Through the online portal, submit the following documents:

1. Completed online application
2. Resume
3. A letter of interest that succinctly addresses how your experience and professional qualifications prepare you for this position. Include information on how your background demonstrates a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college students and employees
4. Contact Information for 3 personal or professional references (no letters please)

IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING APPLICATION PROCEDURE

All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above

Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee

Application materials not required (including reference letters) for this position will not be reviewed

Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials.

Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant

Incomplete application packets will not be accepted

Interviews are by invitation only

The college does not reimburse applicants for related travel expenses

Due to the current health crisis, first level interviews will be held via Zoom

SELECTION PROCEDURE

A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email, and by accessing your application profile.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT(Prior to beginning employment)

• In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States;
• Must be fingerprinted through DOJ and FBI and have background
• clearance; and Must take a TB test (once hired and every four years thereafter).
• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings such as Sexual Harassment Prevention.

EEO STATEMENT

Mendocino College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. Mendocino College does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, genetic conditions, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), military or veteran status. Mendocino College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources no later than 72 hours prior to the closing date. Human Resources can be contacted at (707) 468-3065 or via email at HRRecruiting@mendocino.edu.