Physical Science Center Tutor​/Lab Aide - TAP

Physical Science Center Tutor / Lab Aide - TAP

The Physical Sciences Center (PSC) Tutor/Lab Aide is a dual role position. Their duties include assisting students with their lecture and lab materials. Additionally, they will need to assist in the daily operations of the PSC and its associated labs, this includes providing support services to students, faculty and other PSC staff.

Position Type:
Temporary Part-time

Minimum Education /

Experience:

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:

Medium work:
This position requires the person to occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force and frequently exert up to 10 pounds of force to constantly grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. 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. This position requires the person to frequently move about the Chemistry/Physics Lab 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 frequently position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.

This position requires the person to use upper and lower body to exert force up to 50 pounds to push, pull, grasp, and/or lift materials or equipment. This position requires the person to frequently position self to work with lab equipment or assist students. This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

This position's essential functions are performed in an indoor, office or lab setting. This position requires the person to frequently be exposed to hazards such as but not limited to: close proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to high heat, chemicals, oils, or infectious diseases, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, and gases.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completed general chemistry I & II AND/OR Completed physics I & II (equivalent course work will be evaluated and accepted)

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.

Job Duties:

PSC Tutor/Lab Aide assists students with their lecture material, lab work, and special projects in person or via zoom during their work hours in the PSC. Effectively interact and communicate with students, faculty and staff while performing duties. Assist with administrative tasks in the PSC including answering phones, directing students, answering general questions about the PSC and campus. Participate in training offered by OCCC appropriate to this position to remain effective in this positions assigned duties.

Assist in opening or closing the PSC following procedures as assigned.…