Chemistry Teaching Laboratory Assistant

Chemistry Teaching Laboratory Assistant

Category: CSEA
Department: Physical
Sciences, Engineering and Technology
Locations: Poughkeepsie, NY
Position ID: 196787

Dutchess Community College
is seeking an evening chemistry laboratory assistant. Responsibilities include supervision of the evening chemistry and engineering labs.
This position is responsible for the safe, secure and efficient operation of the chemistry laboratory at the Community College. In addition,
this position oversees the storage and disposal of chemicals in adherence to all EPA, OSHA and State regulations. The incumbent plans and
organizes the set-up, use, maintenance and break-down of laboratory equipment and facilities. Work is performed according to written lab
formats and verbal directions. In addition, the employee maintains inventory and assists in the preparation of purchase orders for equipment
and supplies in the budget process. Work is performed under the general supervision of faculty or administrative staff with some leeway
allowed for the running of the laboratory and the management of the chemical storage and disposal program. Supervision is exercised over
student aides and work-study aide students.

The following is indicative of the level and types of activities performed by incumbents
in this title. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could
reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

1. Assists in the preparation of
   all chemicals and equipment for use in chemistry lab experiments;
2. Establishes and maintains procedures in compliance with EPA, OSHA
   and State regulations for the safe and economical storage and disposal of all chemicals (including hazardous) used on campus;
3. Treats
   chemical wastes for recycling or disposal, including chemical treatment to render waste non-toxic and/or storage and labeling for disposal
   by an approved waste disposal company;
4. Maintains inventory of SDS sheets for all stocked chemicals and calls manufacturers, etc. to
   obtain information on incompletely labeled chemicals;
5. Trains and directs student aides in chemical preparation, safe handling of
   hazardous chemicals and other laboratory duties;
6. Serves as technical expert to faculty on the safe and proper use of laboratory
   equipment;
7. When labs are in session, may assist in the laboratory and demonstrate equipment use to students and are responsible for
   cleaning of any chemical spills that occur;
8. Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment and establishes procedures for
   security of chemicals and equipment;
9. Purchases all chemicals, glassware and other supplies necessary for the lab and assists in the
   preparation of the budget;
10. Establishes and maintains safety and security procedures for the laboratory;
11. Adapts existing
    laboratory procedures relating to chemical storage and disposal and safety to conform to changes in regulations;
12. Maintains lab
    manuals, ensuring that all necessary equipment and supplies are available and may construct equipment or lab set-ups as
    necessary.

Job Requirements:
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Good knowledge of
the safe storage and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals; good knowledge of the equipment and procedures used in a chemistry
lab; good knowledge of the principles and terminology of chemistry as would be used at the first and second year collegiate level; good
knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and practices: working knowledge of budgeting principles and practices; skill in repairing and
maintaining laboratory equipment used in a chemistry lab; ability to effectively coordinate more than one activity at one time; ability to
communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to read and interpret technical material within the specific laboratory
discipline; ability to keep records; personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position; physical condition
commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in
Chemistry, Biology or a related field WITH a minimum of sixteen (16) credits in Chemistry PLUS six (6) months of work experience in a
teaching or research laboratory which required the preparation and disposal of chemical substances.

NOTE: Your degree or college credit must have been awarded by a college or university
accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S.
Secretary of Education.

Additional Information:
The Chemistry Teaching Laboratory Assistant position is a Civil Service
competitive title. This is a Grade 12 position. The Step 1 salary is $54,755. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, 12-month appointment.
Please note: This appointment will be Provisional pending the results of a civil service examination.

DCC is an AA/EOE employer.
Dutchess Community College (College) as part of The State University of New York, in its continuing effort to seek equity in education and
employment, and in support of federal and state anti-discrimination legislation, has adopted a policy to provide an educational and
employment environment free from unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual
orientation, disability, gender identity, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic
violence victim status, or criminal conviction.

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