Instructor Support Tech IIRequisition IDreq2257DepartmentArtCampusRC-Rock Creek CampusEmployment TypeClassified-Full TimeBest Consideration DateApply Immediately; This position will close once sufficient qualified applications have been received.
PositionOne Year Temporary - Full Time

Portland Community College’s Art, Humanities, Communication and Design (AHCD) Academic and Career Pathway seeks a full-time Instructional Support Technician II (IST II) in Art. This position will support the Art Program at the Rock Creek Campus.

The ART IST II position may support any of the following Art areas: Digital Photography, Basic Design, Sculpture, Printmaking, Painting, Drawing, Art Gallery

The Pathway welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and abilities to study and develop their skills in preparation for a variety of careers and/or transfer to four-year institutions. The IST works with faculty, administrative staff, casual staff, student workers and Pathway leadership to enhance our students’ learning experience by ensuring classes and facilities are well supported at the Rock Creek campus. They liaise with a variety of stakeholders to perform a full range of support duties. ISTs work independently, responding to a variety of situations. Successful ISTs have the ability to make sound decisions regarding whether they are able to provide appropriate support or seek assistance from faculty, the Faculty Department Chair, administrative assistant or the Arts and Design Program Dean. The scope of this may include developing studio schedules, onboarding casual workers, and providing ongoing studio support. Remote work and the use of technology to perform duties off site may be needed.

The successful candidate will join a team committed to designing, fostering, and facilitating learning environments that are welcoming to a diversity of communities. A commitment to working collaboratively, enthusiasm for learning and personal growth, and a desire to encourage and foster growth in others is an important factor for this position to be successful.

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.

• Knowledge of art studio media and safety, (oily rags, what gets to go down sink, etc)
  
• Proficient with maintenance and minor repairs to studio equipment such as easels, drawing horses, work tables, wood shop power tools, lighting equipment, tripods, matt cutter and other non camera photographic equipment etc.
• Experience/ knowledge of handling and installation of artwork
• Coordinate with the PCC web team and Art department to post art department social media platforms and web page images of student artwork and links to upcoming events.
• Ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed
• Ability to travel between campuses on a day to day basis, IST will not be asked to travel from campus to campus on the same day
• Knowledge of working with power tools and equipment (drills, saws, etc).
• Ability to provide support and mentorship for students during class times and open lab time
• Experience in studio art, and/or technical courses such as woodshop, welding, or fabrication
• Demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion

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 and two years of post-secondary education in a specific technical discipline appropriate to the instructional support.
• One year of experience supporting laboratory activities in the technical area is required; experience performing the duties described above may substitute for the post-secondary education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Must have proven communications skills adequate to assist students in understanding the work they are to perform.

Position Grade16Starting Salary ExpectationsThe first two steps of the range are: $47,034 to $48,440 per year. Higher salary placement may be available based on qualifications, experience and internal equity.
Position Grade Salary Range$47,034.00 to $75,469.00FTE1PCC 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 - 12 Paid holidays

View a complete list of PCC benefits.

Working Conditions and Physical RequirementsWork pressure, disturbances of workflow 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. 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.

Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.

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