Instruction and Classroom Support Tech 3

Whatcom Community College welcomes applications for the Instruction and Classroom Support Tech 3 (Biology/Chemistry) (Class Code 255O) position. This position coordinates instructional support activities in a basic or applied science teaching program and support services for a variety of courses; provides professional/technical support requiring knowledge of a scientific discipline.

Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Prepares labs and instructional material for use by instructors and students, primarily in a laboratory setting.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies used in the disciplines supported, including both general use supplies and lab-specific material.
• Performs the duties of Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2, which includes basic lab support and lab maintenance.
• Coordinates the preparation of scientific materials and supplies for laboratory programs and field-oriented courses.
• Uses safety procedures in handling hazardous materials such as acids or bases, solvents; biohazardous materials such as bacterial waste, blood and/or urine waste.
• Assists with the collection and disposal of hazardous materials generated from laboratory and field courses.
• Inspects, tests, adjusts, and repairs scientific and laboratory support equipment.
• Creates lab schedules and coordinate scheduling of student employees.
• Directs student employees and facilitates work to prepare lab material, set up and take down labs, and clean and maintain classrooms and laboratory spaces.
• Develops, maintains and updates notes for labs and classroom demonstrations.
• May help teach laboratory portion of select classes.
• Manages time well and prioritizes tasks on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree with a major in Biology or Chemistry.
• Two years of full-time experience as an Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2 or equivalent.

OR

• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task between projects and assisting others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Actively contribute to a work environment that embraces diversity and uses diverse perspectives to enhance the attainment of organizational goals.
• Experience in a community college/higher education work environment.
• Familiarity with plant care and or use of plants for research purposes.
• Basic understanding of statistical analysis.
• Ability to think creatively and work collaboratively with faculty and students in the development and implementation of CUREs (Course Based Undergraduate Research Experience).
• Earn the trust, respect, and confidence of coworkers and students through consistent honesty, forthrightness, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Keep supervisor and co-workers informed of need-to-know items; share complete and accurate information with others.
• Accept personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work. Willingness to support other disciplines as needed.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of other.

Salary:

• This is a full-time, classified, WFSE (Washington Federation of State Employees) represented position. Salary is Range 47, starting at Step A, $4,216.00 per month with periodic increments to $5,531.00 per month. 

 Benefits Package:

• The position comes with a full benefit package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability insurance and a retirement plan. 
• Accrues 8 hours per month of sick leave and 11.33 hours per month vacation leave with periodic vacation accrual increases based on longevity.
• 11 paid holidays annually.
• 1 personal holiday annually after 4 months of continuous employment.
• 3 personal leave days annually after 4 months of continuous employment.

*Additionally, as a Washington State, public higher education institution, WCC offers the following:

• Whatcom Community College is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF). If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply.
• Full-time employees are eligible to apply and participate in the Whatcom Community College Employee Tuition Program, which provides a tuition waiver for available and eligible WCC courses.
• Full-time employees may qualify for Washington State Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) benefit.

Start Date:

• As soon as can be arranged with the successful candidate.

Application Due Date:

• Applications are due by Monday, December 29th, 2025, at 5:00 pm.

How To Apply

A completed application consists of an online application and:

• Cover letter detailing relevant experience and how the applicant is prepared to meet the duties of the position.
• Current resume.
• Values statement that responds to the following prompt:

Short Reflection (1 page max): One of the core values of this institution is building an inclusive and supportive campus. This core value is reflected in our strategic plan, goals and in the work that we do every day. Please describe your experience in building an inclusive environment that supports a sense of belonging.

• Official transcripts of any degrees listed as part of the minimum requirements will be required upon hire, but not as part of the application process.