Opticianry Skills Lab Assistant

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College in Richmond, VA is seeking an Opticianry Skills Lab Assistant for part-time on-campus support of the Opticianry Program laboratories.

The role involves preparing clinical activities, assembling and distributing skills kits for distance-learning students, maintaining optical equipment, managing lab inventory, and assisting faculty and students during laboratory sessions to ensure a safe, organized learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Opticianry AAS Degree or Dept. Of Labor and Industry Apprenticeship Certification.
• One year of experience in optical dispensing, retail optical services, healthcare, laboratory operations, technical support, and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to organize materials, maintain records, and follow detailed procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Virginia State Optician License.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person support for the operation of Opticianry Program laboratories, clinical, and instructional spaces.
• Prepare clinical activities and assemble/disassemble and distribute skills kits for distance-learning students.
• Perform routine maintenance of optical equipment and manage laboratory/clinical inventory.
• Support faculty and students during laboratory sessions to ensure a safe, organized learning environment.
• Require regular on-campus attendance to support hands-on instruction and course materials.

Skills

Basic computer proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

Opticianry AAS Degree or Dept. Of Labor and Industry Apprenticeship Certification

Virginia State Optician License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Opticianry Skills Lab Assistant

Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Location: Richmond (City) - 760

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range is $30.00-$35.00/hourly.

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Job Description:

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The Opticianry Skills Laboratory Assistant provides in-person support for the operation of the Opticianry Program laboratories, clinical, and instructional spaces. This position is responsible for preparing clinical activities, assembling, disassembly, and distribution of skills kits for distance-learning students, routine maintenance of optical equipment, laboratory and clinical inventory management, supporting faculty and students during laboratory sessions, and ensuring a safe, organized, and effective learning environment. The position requires regular on-campus attendance to support hands-on instruction, laboratory and clinical operations, and the preparation of materials for students enrolled in both face-to-face and distance education courses.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Opticianry AAS Degree or Dept. Of Labor and Industry Apprenticeship Certification
• One year of experience in optical dispensing, retail optical services, healthcare, laboratory operations, technical support, and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to organize materials, maintain records, and follow detailed procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Virginia State Optician License

Additional Considerations:

• American Board of Opticianry (ABO) Certification.
• National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) Certification.
• OSHA or workplace safety training.