Human Biology Specialist

Position Information

Division Vice President Academic Affairs(DIV)

Department

Job Description

This position is responsible to act as a professional tutor and provide individualized and small group assistance to students who are experiencing difficulty with basic principles and concepts related to biology of the Human body and living organisms.

• Conduct sessions on general science knowledge that will aid students with courses, preparation for labs, and toward the successful completion of exams.
• Emphasize and promote general skills of problem solving and decision-making, and critical thinking.
• Assist students in assessing their progress and determining their goals, strengths, and needs, and accommodate as necessary.
• Advise students on effective study skills and habits.
• Assist participants with development of a positive self-concept and orientation toward learning – providing encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Accurately maintain records on assigned students and submit reports as required.
• Assist students with the use of various learning systems.
• Coordinate and monitor services provided to program participants.
• Refer special problems to appropriate individual(s) (i.e., coordinator, counselor, and/or instructor).
• Prepare and lead workshops for students.
• Meet with instructors to receive up to date course information and materials.
• Prepare practice quizzes and exams for individualized learning and success.
• Accurately maintain records and submit reports as required.

• Participate in departmental meetings, various committees and professional organizations as required.
• Maintain and develop work related knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the job through professional development and cross training opportunities.
• Maintain up-to-date with professional credentials, best practices and current disciplines including continued educational requirements through certifications, seminars, training programs, etc.
• Perform additional grade level duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products required.
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) required.
• Proficient verbal and written communications.
• Ability to consistently provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to respond professionally to unpredictability.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments, including managing multiple projects/tasks concurrently and meet varied deadlines.
• Ability to identify problems, make corrective recommendations and assist with the problem-solving process.

EDUCATION : Associate degree in Human Biology or a related field required.

EXPERIENCE : Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards in current and prior positions.

• PA Child History clearance
• PA Criminal Record Check clearance
• FBI Federal Criminal History Record clearance

• Related work experience in higher education working with “at risk” students preferred.

• Prolonged sitting
• Frequent standing/walking or otherwise moving around department/campus
• Repetitive finger/hand movements
• Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional bending

• Ability to communicate orally and hear conversation

• Use of computer and internet/internet-based systems
• Reading and preparing documents, reports, presentations, etc.

• Work is primarily conducted in a typical indoor office environment with appropriate lighting, noises, and temperature control.

• Minimal risk of injury or work-related illnesses.

Salary $19.02/hour

Days/Hours Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Posting Number S--P

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date 06/11/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have an Associate degree (or advanced/higher degree) in Human Biology or a related field which is required for this position?
• * Do you have related work experience in higher education working with “at risk” students which is a preferred requirement for this position?

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Additional Transcripts

Westmoreland County Community College

145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697

Westmoreland is an affirmative action, equal opportunity college.