Instructional Support Technician (Instructional Support Tech I), Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

California State University, San Bernardino

Job no: 557798
Work type: Staff
Location: Southern California|San Bernardino - San Bernardino Campus
Categories: Bargaining Unit|Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services,Job Search Category/Discipline|Administrative,Appointment Type|Probationary,Time Basis|Full Time,Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)|On-site (work in-person at business location)

Under general supervision, provides comprehensive support services for the preparation and delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment for chemistry teaching laboratories in accordance with laboratory preparation manuals. Coordinates stockroom window operations, including issuing and receiving equipment for students, and provides guidance and coordination to federal work study student assistants.



Job Summary:

Under general supervision, provides comprehensive support services for the preparation and delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment for chemistry teaching laboratories in accordance with laboratory preparation manuals. Coordinates stockroom window operations, including issuing and receiving equipment for students, and provides guidance and coordination to federal work study student assistants.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare chemicals and solutions according to laboratory manuals and safety protocols to ensure labs are fully equipped and compliant.
• Distribute, set up, and retrieve laboratory materials between stockroom and teaching labs to support timely instruction.
• Handle hazardous waste by ensuring proper labeling, collection, and storage in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Maintain lab readiness by performing minor repairs or coordinating maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Receive and process chemicals and supplies, verifying, documenting, and storing items according to established procedures.
• Coordinate the stockroom service window by issuing and receiving equipment and maintaining accurate transaction records.
• Track equipment usage through check-in/check-out systems and reconcile discrepancies to ensure accountability.
• Coordinate allocation of shared equipment across lab sections to maintain availability and minimize disruption
• Support and coordinate work of federal work-study assistants in lab preparation and stockroom procedures to ensure consistent operations.
• Coordinate distribution and return of lab drawers to maintain inventory control.
• Maintain safety compliance by updating inventory records, conducting inspections, and correcting unsafe conditions.
• Document and report incidents and replace noncompliant equipment to ensure a safe laboratory environment.
• Participate in safety meetings to stay current with regulations and support continuous improvement.
• Coordinate procurement of chemicals and supplies by obtaining quotes and working with staff to support cost-effective purchasing.
• Monitor and replenish inventory levels to ensure continuous availability of laboratory materials.
• Other classification related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Equivalent to two years of experience providing instructional support services for a unit or discipline, acting as a student assistant, or in producing materials or supplies related to the discipline.
OR

Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the area to which assigned may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
OR

Equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for the experience.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary offered will take into account internal equity and experience among other factors.

Initial salary step placement will be in the range of Step 1 - $4,184 to Step 2 - $4,268 per month for qualified candidates.

CSU Classification Salary Step Range: $4,184 - $6,096 per month (Step 1 - Step 20)

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Position Information:

Work status: Full-time / Non-Exempt / Probationary

Academic year schedule: Monday through Friday (8:00 am - 5:00 pm), some evenings/weekends.

Summer schedule: Monday through Thursday (7:00 am - 5:30 pm), some evenings/weekends.

The application deadline is May 14^th at 11:55PM

California State University, San Bernardino, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/. Click or tap if you trust this link.' href='https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7125515&targetURL=https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcalstate.policystat.com%2Fpolicy%2F10899725%2Flatest%2F&data=05%7C02%7CJoseph.Ornelas%40csusb.edu%7C20d6e15faa464cfdbf9308de6380b2de%7Cd73b9eaa07c947c4a6cef13bee0e8117%7C0%7C0%7C639057601570238608%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IvxBluRyw312NQksnVNl1%2BWBcuDAy5fU%2Fu1b4OIn1eE%3D&reserved=0'>CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

California State University, San Bernardino is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

CSUSB is not an E-Verify employer and cannot support visa holders with certain requirements (e.g., H1B, F1, STEM OPT).

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Conditions of Employment

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Drivers License Check

Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

Mandated Reporter

The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Campus Security Authority

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

I-9

CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=7125515&targetURL=Campus Security Authority

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

I-9

CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents.

Statement of Commitment to Diversity

In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

California State University, San Bernardino is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096) For more information about Diversity & Inclusion at CSUSB, please visit https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/diversity-inclusion

Closing Statement:

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact CSUSB Benefits at benefits@csusb.edu.

Smoking

CSUSB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/6591951/latest/.

Clery Act

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.csusb.edu/clery-act


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