Instructional High Tech Access Computer Lab Technician
Full Time
Whittier, CA 90601
Posted
Job description
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Number
CLA00396P
Position Title
Instructional High Tech Access Computer Lab Technician
Position Type
Classified Full Time
Percentage Employee
100%
Number of Months Assignment
12
Starting Date
As soon as possible
Current Work Schedule
Monday thru Friday, 40 hours per week. Work schedule will be established upon employment. Days and hours of employment may change depending on District needs.
Salary Range
39
Salary
$6,275.73 – $8,034.83 monthly – Successful candidates will start at step 1 except in cases where District deems appropriate. This is a Categorically funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon continued funding.
Shift Differential
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Location
Main Campus
Department
Disabled Students Programs and Services
Open Date
04/03/2023
Closing Date
04/17/2023
Open Until Filled
About Rio Hondo College
About Río Hondo College
Río Hondo College welcomes and embraces all students in their educational and career pathways. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), our College has a student population of 22,000, of which 18,000 are Latinx students. We were the first college in Los Angeles County to provide two years of free tuition to first-time, full-time college students through our Río Promise program. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our students have transferred to high ranked institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, USC and UCLA, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, Cal State LA, Cal State Long Beach, and Whittier College to name a few.
Strengths
Our caring and dedicated student-centered staff, faculty, and administrators are devoted to the advancement of educational justice, equity, and opportunity for all our students. Our College’s 900 employees, with close to 600 faculty, hold themselves accountable for the academic success of disproportionately impacted student populations. Our entire staff, with unwavering team collaboration, work hard to ensure our students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color.
Río Hondo College is committed to the recruitment of qualified and diverse employees who are dedicated to our students’ success. We recognize that diversity in an academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for our students. We are steadfast in our hiring practices and staff development processes which reinforce the goals of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Our practices and processes also support the importance of a workforce that reflects the community and the diverse student population we serve.
Río Hondo College employs approximately 55% tenured track faculty of color; 60% part-time faculty of color; 85% classified staff of color; and 50% administrators of color.
Río Hondo College offers 30 associate degrees that guarantee transfer (ADTs) to Cal State Universities, a bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology, more than 60 certificates, a Pathway to Law School, dual enrollment with K-12 districts, state championship speech & debate team, top-notch athletic teams, student leadership opportunities, travel abroad experiences and more.
In collaboration with the communities in Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs, El Monte, South El Monte, Whittier, portions of Norwalk, La Mirada, Downey, La Puente, the City of Industry, Los Nietos and Avocado Heights, Río Hondo College provides an exceptional academic curriculum to meet the unique needs of our region and strengthen our communities.
Basic Function
Under the direction of the Director of Disabled Students Program and Services, to install computer hardware and software related to adapted technology; to provide assistance in the use of computers, peripherals, and software for students with disabilities and the College community; to provide training and assistance with adapted technology in College laboratories; and to perform other related duties as required.
Representative Duties
a.) Install, configure, and maintain adapted technology across campuses. E
b.) Install and operate a variety of computers and peripherals such as hard disk, modems, printers, and related equipment. E
c.) Inspect and arrange for maintenance of hardware and software as required; perform routine maintenance and repairs; and assist in the installation of new equipment. E
d.) Assists in the training of staff to provide technical and instructional support for students and staff using adapted technology. E
e.) Serve as resource person to external agencies and campus entities dealing with issues of and requirements germane to access technology. E
f.) Provide technical assistance to campus instructional and technology committees on access requirements for persons with disabilities. E
g.) Evaluate and recommend purchases of computer adapted software or hardware; design layouts and provide technical support related to purchase of computers and peripherals for access by students with disabilities; research pricing, compatibility, and availability of equipment. E
h.) Assist in research and development activities for new adapted software or hardware that may be suitable for implementation in College environment. E
i.) Maintain currency of technological advances in the computer field; attend seminars, trade shows, vendor demonstrations, and product training sessions. E
j.) Maintain records and inventory for assigned laboratories; provide security for software and hardware. E
k.) Generate presentations including color transparencies, posters, flyers, and graphs as needed.
l.) Provide work direction to student workers as assigned.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.
b.) Install and operate a variety of computers and peripherals such as hard disk, modems, printers, and related equipment. E
c.) Inspect and arrange for maintenance of hardware and software as required; perform routine maintenance and repairs; and assist in the installation of new equipment. E
d.) Assists in the training of staff to provide technical and instructional support for students and staff using adapted technology. E
e.) Serve as resource person to external agencies and campus entities dealing with issues of and requirements germane to access technology. E
f.) Provide technical assistance to campus instructional and technology committees on access requirements for persons with disabilities. E
g.) Evaluate and recommend purchases of computer adapted software or hardware; design layouts and provide technical support related to purchase of computers and peripherals for access by students with disabilities; research pricing, compatibility, and availability of equipment. E
h.) Assist in research and development activities for new adapted software or hardware that may be suitable for implementation in College environment. E
i.) Maintain currency of technological advances in the computer field; attend seminars, trade shows, vendor demonstrations, and product training sessions. E
j.) Maintain records and inventory for assigned laboratories; provide security for software and hardware. E
k.) Generate presentations including color transparencies, posters, flyers, and graphs as needed.
l.) Provide work direction to student workers as assigned.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position. We have indicated those duties with an E on the job description.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Computers including compatible personal computers and components.
- Principles and practices used in the programming and installation of computers.
- Adapted computer technology.
- Production of alternate media.
- Computer assisted instruction techniques.
- Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
Ability to:
- Program in assigned computer languages currently in use at the College.
- Operate compatible personal computers and peripheral equipment.
- Install and maintain adapted computer hardware and software.
- Perform routine maintenance, repair, and upgrades as needed.
- Critique and select computer hardware and software.
- Work within a mainframe computer environment.
- Produce text into alternate media.
- Compile and maintain accurate and complete records and files and prepare reports.
- Train and provide direction to others in the use of adaptive technology.
- Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse racial, ethnic, disabled, sexual orientation, and cultural populations of community college students.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to: two years of college level course work in computer science or computer related technology and two years of increasingly responsible work experience as a technician.
Equivalencies
Foreign Degrees
Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an Evaluation Service prior to the closing date. Certification must be attached with copies of transcripts.
License Certificates/Credentials
Desired Qualifications
Two years experience with adaptive technology (software or hardware). Experience in providing services to students with disability, preferably at the adult level. Background in accessibility and assistive technologies.
Distinguishable Characteristics
Working Conditions
Environment:
- Computer lab environment.
- Frequent interruptions.
- Extended periods of time viewing computer monitor.
Physical Abilities:
- Sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and peripheral equipment.
- Hearing and speaking to communicate instructions and exchange information on the telephone or in person.
- Seeing to observe students, view a computer monitor, and to read and verify accuracy of data.
- Lifting of moderately heavy computers and related equipment.
Position Description
Applications are currently being accepted for Instructional High Tech Access Computer Lab Technician. This is a 100%, 12 month position. This is a Categorically funded position. Continuation of this position is contingent upon continued funding.
Application Procedure
Applications must be submitted by
11:59 p.m. PT on the closing date.
Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.
Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.
- Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions)
- Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
- Complete transcripts of all college/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted). NOTE: Transcripts from multiple colleges/universities may need to be scanned as one document, then uploaded.
- Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date (please circle conferral date on transcripts). Transcripts without this information and online applications without transcripts will be disqualified.
- PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX, OR EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
- NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
- The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires the District obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes his/her right to work in the United States.
- Successful candidate is responsible for verifying all prior work experience and providing all academic transcripts for purposes of salary placement.
- As a condition of employment, the selected applicant must provide a set of fingerprints (at the applicant’s expense) taken by an official LiveScan agency.
- Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial employment (The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
- For positions requiring a valid California driver’s license, proof of insurability is required.
- Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for position), or the interview, please notify the Human Resources Office.
- A copy of this announcement will be provided in Braille to visually impaired applicants upon request.
Commitment to Diversity
All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
Cancel RTF Policy
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO RE-OPEN, RE-ADVERTISE, DELAY OR CANCEL FILLING THIS POSITION.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES.
EEO Statement
Rio Hondo College is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty and staff members who are dedicated to student success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates.
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