Role Title:

Trainer Instructor I

Role Code:

29111-FP

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Pay Band:

03

Working Title:

Instructional Computer Lab Technician

Position Number:

280W1841

Agency:

Northern VA Community College

Division:

NV280-Provost Woodbridge

Work Location:

Prince William - 153

Hiring Range:

$14.00

Emergency/Essential Personnel:

No

EEO Category:

E-Paraprofessionals

Full Time or Part Time:

Part Time

Work Schedule:

Schedule to be determined based on class schedule and employee availability.

Sensitive Position:

No

Job Description:

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review https://www.nvcc.edu/police/college-safety/reports.html NOVA’s Annual Security Reports

General Description:
This position provides photography and visual arts support to students, works closely with faculty, information technology and security. Handles technical support, user instruction, and related tasks as required. Responsible for aiding the daily operations and maintenance of the Department’s Darkroom and Digital Lab and Photography Studio Facilities.


Duties and Tasks:

• Support students with photographic imaging and post production techniques.
• Supervise students in the digital lab, chemistry lab and lighting studio and assist with user support in all lab facility capabilities including equipment care and safety.
• Provide technical advice and training/demonstrations in the use of systems, software and equipment available in the assigned facilities and used to support the College’s photography curriculum.
• Assist students individually or in small groups with use hardware and software in the digital lab, chemical lab and with studio lighting.
• Respond to student questions and concerns including techniques taught in a variety of photography classes. This includes proofing their work, providing recommendations and when needed instruction.
• Prepare the dark room film and print chemistry to ensure readiness for use.
• Supervise and assist in proper following of procedures and safe handling of materials and chemicals by all darkroom users.
• Assist with facilities inventory, supplies and equipment.
• Maintain facility procedures for equipment checkout for both onsite and offsite use.
• Assist with regular maintenance and upkeep of darkroom equipment, digital lab equipment and classroom technology. This includes regular workstation operating and software upgrades, and patching, routine monitor color profile calibration in the Digital lab and classrooms.
• Perform advanced Epson printer physical and logical (software) maintenance.
• Provide regular maintenance and cleaning of dark room spaces, as well as classroom areas within the lab. This includes cleaning darkroom sinks, trays, floors, wiping down monitors, etc. Keeping the main closet organized.
• Contribute to the troubleshooting efforts of the information technology teams.
• Advanced working knowledge of Adobe software (Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro) and Capture One.
• Stay current with technologies that relate to the operations of lab facilities to include workstation, scanners, printers, and a wide-range of digital and photography equipment. Suggest new technology and repair needs.
• Provide support to faculty members and Campus Police to maintain a secure environment.

Special Assignments:

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications:

Required KSAs:

• Advanced working knowledge of Adobe software (Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro) and Capture One.
• Currency with technologies that relate to the operations of lab facilities to include workstation, scanners, printers, and a wide-range of digital and photography equipment. Suggest new technology and repair needs.
• Ability to assist students, faculty, and staff with analog and digital darkroom technologies.
• Working knowledge of photographic methods and techniques.

Minimum Qualifications:
Associates Degree in related Photography or related discipline OR combination of education, training and experience. Experience as an analog and digital darkroom technician. Experience in photographic methods and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in related Photography or related discipline Experience working with students, faculty, and staff with analog and digital darkroom technologies.

Operation of a State Vehicle:

No

Supervises Employees:

No

Required Travel:

N/A

Posting Number:

WGE_377P

Recruitment Type:

Public

Number of Vacancies:

1

Job Open Date:

07/21/2021

Job Close Date:

08/11/2021

Open Until Filled:

No

Agency Website:

www.nvcc.edu

Background Check Statement Disclaimer:

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement:

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement:

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement:

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/35919