Landscape Coordinator (Instructional Support Tech IV)Requisition IDreq1042DepartmentLandscape TechnologyCampusRC-Rock Creek CampusEmployment TypeClassified-Full TimeJob Close Date1/13/2022Position SummaryUnder the direction of the Program Dean for Building & Environmental Technologies & Trades, prepares and cleans up labs for instructors, in both indoor and outdoor classroom spaces, maintains equipment, performs regular landscape maintenance, is responsible for the daily cleanliness and security of the work areas and coordinates the day-to-day work of casual staff.

Principal Accountabilities

Instructional Support

Sets up and cleans up laboratory experiences for students as required by course outline or faculty direction. Ensures that all equipment needed for these labs is operational and available for use.

Checks out equipment, supplies, materials to students as needed

Under the direction of the faculty, occasionally works with students individually or in groups to enhance their learning in the assigned lab. May provide direct assistance in the use of equipment and materials needed for instruction.

Orders department laboratory supplies, equipment and instructional materials utilizing blanket purchase orders and/or College purchasing card. Tracks expenditures and reconciles bank statements.

Occasionally picks up department lab supplies off campus

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

Is responsible for ensuring that all equipment is always clean and operational.

Performs or schedules routine maintenance and/or repairs as needed.

Maintains up to date records, both manual and computerized, including chemical and pesticides logs, and equipment maintenance and repair documentation.

Grounds Maintenance

Performs daily a range of landscape maintenance duties including, but not limited to weeding, pesticide spraying, string trimming, leaf removal, lawn care and watering.

Cleans parking lot and walkways to ensure safety for pedestrian and vehicular trafficMay be required to handle, store and dispose of hazardous materials following Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and/or other regulatory agency protocols. Maintains Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Facilities Maintenance & Coordination

Provides for the daily cleanliness and security of the work areas: Building 4 classroom and lab, greenhouse, hoop house and pole barn.

Reports maintenance problems as they occur.

Under the direction of the faculty, coordinates with internal and external groups using the facilities

Casual Staff Supervision

Serves as lead worker - coordinates the day-to-day activities and oversees the work of casual and student workers

Develops work schedules for all casual and student workers

Trains casual and student workers in lab set up and clean up and in the safe maintenance and use of equipment

Participates in the interview process and may make hiring recommendations to the Faculty Department Chair and/or Dean

Specific Cover Letter Instructions
In a cover letter, please address the following:

Describe how you meet the success criteria in this posting.Describe your experience with the preferred qualifications listed below.Why does the LAT Instructional Support Technician position appeal to you?See the classification description for additional information: https://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/classified-jobs/ist-4/

Candidate ProfileThese qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position.
Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.

Experience with scheduling, coordinating, and managing the work of team membersExperience performing landscape maintenance dutiesExperience with facilities coordination/managementExperience with the use and maintenance of landscape equipmentExperience with supporting teaching or training

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered, your application must demonstrate these minimum qualifications. (Experience is calculated based on the start and end dates you provide multiplied by the number of hours per week worked).

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of post-secondary education in a specific technical discipline appropriate to the instructional support (relevant experience may substitute for the post-secondary education requirement on a year-for-year basis)
• Three years of experience in the technical area are required
• Must have proven written and oral communications skills adequate to assist students in understanding the work they are to perform
• Proven ability to lead others and evaluate performance

Preferred Qualifications

Public pesticide applicators license (either upon hire or within 6 months of hire)

Position Grade19Starting Salary ExpectationsThe first two steps of the range are: $45.670 to $47,040 per year. Higher salary placement may be available based on qualifications, experience and internal equity.Position Grade Salary Range$45670 to $73284 Annual SalaryFTE1PCC BenefitsPCC offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs.

PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP. PCC offers a tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement.

Additionally, PCC provides a tuition waiver for yourself, domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age. Partial tuition reimbursement for yourself at other accredited institutions (full-time employees only).

Paid Leave: (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees)

• Starts at 8 hours of vacation leave per month (additional vacation hours with years of service)
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 24 hours of additional personal leave days per year
• 11 Paid holidays

View a complete list of PCC benefits.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work pressure, disturbances of work flow and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis
• Changes in the performance environment require occasional upgrading of skills
• Working conditions may be somewhat disagreeable requiring occasional exposure to safety hazards, noise and temperature extremes

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Some learned physical skills are required
• Physical effort such as frequent standing, walking and lifting; guiding and/or carrying of lightweight materials or equipment; occasional periods of sustained effort

Background Check RequiredYesPortland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Portland Community College is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.