Working Title: Agriculture- College Laboratory Asst 1

　　Job Class: College Laboratory Assistant 1

　　Agency: Minnesota State

　　This position was previously announced on 11/17/2023. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

　　Date Posted : 01/19/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/08/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / Willmr/Hutch TC-Willmar-AFSCME

　　Division/Unit : MnSCU Ridgewater Willmar TC / MnSCU Rdgwtr Willmar TC Class

　　Appointment Type : Seasonal Academic Year, Classified, Full-time

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift (8:00am- 4:30pm)

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : No

　　Salary Range: $19.69 - $27.13 / hourly; $41,112 - $56,647 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

　　Work Area : Student Services

　　Location : Willmar

　　FLSA Status : Nonexempt

　　Telework Eligible : No

　　Re-Posting : Yes

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　This position exists to perform technical duties and responsibilities within the Agriculture Department laboratories; to provide assistance under limited supervision to tutor students in carrying out laboratory assignments and tasks. To see daily activities of the laboratory, and to perform related work as required.

　　Prepare and maintain agriculture laboratories, shops, and farm for student learning.

　　Collaborate with Ridgewater College Safety Administrator for regulatory compliance.

　　Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure in agriculture;OR

　　6 months of teaching/tutoring experience in agriculture at the high school level or above;OR

　　2 years of work experience in agriculture - no degree/certificate/diploma/licensure required;OR

　　An equivalent combination of education and work experience.Preferred Qualifications

　　Ability to keep accurate records.

　　Ability to understand and carry out oral instructions.

　　Commercial driver‘s license

　　Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

　　Experience working with students in a college setting.

　　Knowledge of college and MnSCU policies

　　Knowledge Agriculture policies and procedures

　　Knowledge of each project in shops and the requirements for those projects

　　Skill in researching and locating parts.

　　Physical Requirements

　　While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be in a stationary position and able to position self to move. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; position self to move and communicate. The employee is occasionally required to be in a stationary position at times, as well as ascending & descending movements.

　　The position may also require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

　　Ability to move/transport 75lbs

　　Additional Requirements

　　In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State‘s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

　　Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.