Physical Science Center Tutor - Student

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

If selected for the position, applicants will be required to provide:

• A schedule detailing their available work hours
• A current class schedule and transcript
• A recommendation letter from a current OCCC chemistry or physics faculty (optional)
• Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.
• For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at , Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Position Information (Default Section)

Classification Title

Classification Title Student Employment Program (FWSP/STEP)

Working Title

Working Title Physical Science Center Tutor - Student

Datatel Position A / SEMA9

STEPROG1A

Annual Hours

Annual Hours As needed or assigned, not to exceed 25 hours a week.

Placement Range

Placement Range $10.00

Position Type

Position Type Student Employee

Job Category

Job Category Student

General Description

The Physical Sciences Center ( PSC ) Tutor assists students with their lecture and lab material, related to chemistry or physics, during scheduled hours in the Physical Sciences Center.

Reports To

Reports To Physical Sciences Lab Supervisor

What position(s) reports to this position?

None

Must be a current OCCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 hours for the Fall or Spring semester or enrolled in a minimum of 3 hours for the Summer semester.

• OR
• Must be a current OCCC student with a Federal Work Study award.
• AND
• Must provide documentation exhibiting the grade of B (or better) in any course(s) they plan to assist students with for the PSC.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to observe and detect signs of hazards and obstacles that may cause injury to students and staff in the Physical Sciences Center and Labs
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge relevant to tutoring any course work for which the applicant is applying.
• Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area
• Must be able to adhere to policies, procedures and guidelines to assure personal safety, and the safety of other personnel
• Must be able to independently perform the essential responsibilities of the position
• Must be adept at problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Must demonstrate effective communication, customer service expertise, and human relations skills while performing at work

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• 1. GENERAL
  
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
  • Light work:
    This position requires the person to occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force.
• 2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES :
  • This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
  • This position requires the person to frequently move about the PSC to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.
  • This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office/lab equipment to perform the essential functions of the position.
  • This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of hands and wrists.
  • This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.
  • This position requires the person to occasionally position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.
• 3. VISUAL ACUITY :
  • This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
• 4. WORKING CONDITIONS The position’s essential functions are performed in an indoor, office setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed general chemistry I & II
• OR
• Completed physics I & II

Required Training

All OCCC training that is appropriate for this position when offered.

Work Hours

Flexible work schedule ranging from 10 – 25 hours per week, may include nights or weekends depending on PSC operational requirements. Hours are set each semester. Schedules will respect the students course load demands.

Department

Department Physical Science Lab

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/19/2024

Job Close Date

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