Position Summary

Job Summary

The mission of Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities to a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world.

This position helps advance the equity-centered mission of Pierce College by connecting students with valuable learning and campus resources. Instructional Technicians perform tutoring and departmental administrative functions to support students in their academic skills development and success. Responsibilities include facilitating 1:1 and small group tutoring across modalities (in-person, online, and in the classroom), record-keeping, promoting academic support services to students, working collaboratively and communicatively with supervisor, colleagues, staff, and faculty, using a variety of online learning platforms and software.

About the District:
Named as a Top 5 Finalist and a Rising Star for the 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, Pierce College Fort Steilacoom was recognized for exceptional achievements in student learning, certificate and degree completion while in community college and after transferring to a four-year institution, employment and earnings rates after graduation, and access for and success of minority and low-income students. Pierce College District was named as a Top 10 finalist for the 2021 Aspen Prize and a Top 25 for 2023.

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Pierce College Fort Steilacoom

Located on a beautiful 140-acre site adjacent to a 340-acre community, recreational park, and Waughop Lake.

Pierce College Puyallup

Located on an expansive site with 125-acres of wooded land with beautiful hideaways.

Pierce College at JBLM

Located at the Joint Base Lewis-McChord military sites, serving many of our military and active-duty families that are serving our country.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions:
All program services are conducted through a collaborative process that includes the leadership from department partners to ensure the inclusion of diverse perspectives and maintains consistency in program offerings and practices across the district.

Direct academic support to students

• Provide 1:1 and small group academic support to science students in a variety of delivery modalities (in-person, online, and in the classroom).
• Provide classroom-embedded support to science courses in a variety of modalities: in the physical classroom, on the learning management system, and other learning systems.
• Provide holistic, caring, proactive customer service to our students as a representative of Pierce College.
• Actively contribute to a welcoming, nurturing, friendly environment for students who engage with Pierce College academic support departments and programs
• Demonstrate communication and student interactions that promote and maintain a harmonious and cooperative learning community of practice with your departmental colleagues.
• Promote Pierce College academic support departments to students, staff, and faculty as programs that are compassionate, equity-based, antiracist academic support services that encourage a non-deficit approach to academic support.
• Develop sufficient knowledge of academic and student support programs to assist and refer students to applicable and appropriate services at Pierce College that meet the needs of the student

Program support

• Provide coaching or mentoring to PT Hourly and Student Staff in one or more science subject-specific areas
• Maintain accuracy in program scheduling and record-keeping used to collect, coordinate, and implement program services.
• Utilize program Canvas pages, scheduling systems, and other learning management systems, as necessary

Qualifications

Qualifications
Required Education:

• Associate's Degree with a major in a natural science (e.g. physics, chemistry, geology, biology, etc.)

Required Experience:

• Experience working with students who have been marginalized/minoritized, including those who may be economically disadvantaged, first-generation, and/or first time in college.
• Ability to effectively juggle competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Special Requirements:

• The successful candidate must consent to and pass a criminal background check after a conditional offer of employment.

Application Process

Application Requirements:

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

• Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
• Complete the online application profile at:https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr.
• Apply for the specific job opening.
• Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement. (Cover Letter)
• Upload (attach) detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience. (Résumé)
• Transcripts are not required in order to apply for this position; however, if you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to bring copies of unofficial transcripts showing completion of the required level of education. Please upload current copies of your transcripts, if available. Unofficial copies of all college and university transcripts must include degree received and conferral date. International transcripts must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: https://www.naces.org/members (Unofficial transcripts acceptable for application process; official transcripts required upon hire). (Transcripts)
• Upload (attach) a list of at least three (3) professional references with names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses. At least one reference must be your current or most recent supervisor. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted. (References)
• Provide a response to the following question. (Supplemental Question):How does this position impact the College's goal to support all students and to achieve racial and social equity in pursuit of mission?Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words.

Special Note: To ensure consideration, application materials should be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

All correspondence regarding your application status will be sent to the email address associated with your NEOED account. Please make sure to check your spam folder periodically, in the case of an automated, incorrect delivery.

Terms of Employment:

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) classified, overtime-eligible position with the Pierce College District. This position is permanent after serving a 6-month probationary period. The primary work location will be at Pierce College Fort Steilacoom campus. Occasional travel to Pierce College campuses or sites may occur. Work hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00p.m. Monday through Friday with occasional evenings and weekend work, and occasional travel as required. This position may be subject to reassignment between campuses or sites. This position requires regular and consistent attendance.

Salary & Benefits:

The starting salary of this position is $3,883 monthly dependent upon qualifications, with periodic increments up to $4,602 monthly. However, your paycheck is just part of the total compensation package. There is an outstanding benefits package which is worth an additional value equivalent to about 30% of your salary. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance. Life and long-term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick and personal leave; reduced tuition; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our Benefits and Leave website at: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr- benefits

Physical Work Environment:

This position is required to work indoors in an open office environment, which requires visual concentration on detail, dexterity, precision, and is subject to frequent noise and interruptions.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the District Human Resources Office by calling 253-964-7342. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.

Screening & Interview Process:

Only those candidates who have complied with the application process and meet the required qualifications will be considered. Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Check the email account you used for the application process for communication regarding the status of your application. Application materials submitted to Pierce College are the property of the College and will not be returned.

Please note: This is a competitive selection process. Your application materials will be reviewed and evaluated based on the minimum qualifications listed for the position. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the District's needs will be eligible for further consideration.

Conditions of Employment:

Pierce College is a “fully vaccinated campus” under the state’s higher education guidance, which means that COVID-19 vaccination is highly encouraged for all employees and students.
Prior to the start of employment, finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law RCW 28B.112.080.

An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Pierce College has adopted a Drug Free Workplace policy. As a condition of employment, employees must agree to abide by the requirements established in that policy.

Bargaining Unit:

This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Washington Public Employee Association (WPEA).

Equal Opportunity:

The Pierce College District is an equal opportunity employer. The Board of Trustees and Pierce College District are committed to providing equal opportunity and will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

For more information about this position or assistance regarding your application, contact Human Resources at: jobs@pierce.ctc.edu

Questions regarding equal employment opportunities or discrimination may be directed to the following:

Sean Cooke - Title IX Coordinator

(253) 840-8472

Tami Jacobs - ADACO/Section 504 Coordinator

(253) 964-6581

Deena Forsythe - Interim Vice President for Human Resources

(253) 964-6586

Paula Henson-Williams - District Affirmative Action Officer

(253) 864-3229