STEM Lab Manager

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Peninsula Community College seeks a STEM Lab Manager who will ensure that science labs are stocked and ready for instructional use across both campuses. The role reports directly to the STEM Dean and includes maintaining inventory and procuring lab supplies for biology, chemistry, geology, physics, and NAS courses.

The position requires experience with laboratory safety rules and an ability to work with both full-time and adjunct faculty, with coordination between Hampton and

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment.
• Experience with safety rules and regulations that apply to laboratory maintenance and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory supplies and equipment readiness for instructional use.
• Maintain an inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Procure supplies and materials promptly for instructional purposes.
• Report to the STEM Dean on all science laboratory activities and coordinate with the Hampton STEM Lab Manager.

Skills

Inventory management

MS Office

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working Title STEM Lab Manager Role Title Trainer Instructor I Role Code 29111-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 29300320 Agency Virginia Peninsula Community College Division Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div) Work Location Williamsburg - 830 Hiring Range $46,500-$51,500 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 5-Paraprofessionals Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule M-F; 8 am to 5 pm

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Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York

The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) division provides instruction and programs aligned with the College’s mission: Virginia Peninsula Community College changes lives, empowers students to succeed, and enhances the social and economic vitality of the region through high-quality education and workforce training, excellent service, and innovative partnerships. STEM offers comprehensive transfer, occupational, and technical programs of superior quality that prepare students for success.

This position reports directly to the STEM Dean and is required to keep the STEM Dean updated with information about all science laboratory activities. Responsible for ensuring that laboratory supplies and equipment are ready for use in the STEM Division laboratories and maintaining an inventory of all laboratory supplies and equipment. Ensures that supplies and laboratory materials are procured promptly for instructional purposes and performs other duties assigned by the STEM Dean.

Works in conjunction with the Hampton Campus STEM Science Lab Manager to support full-time and adjunct faculty with labs for biology, chemistry, geology, physics, and NAS courses at both campuses – the Hampton Campus and the HT (Williamsburg) Campus.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority. All employees are responsible employees and mandatory reporters.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Required

• Experience in maintaining laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment.
• Experience with safety rules and regulations that apply to laboratory maintenance and supplies.

Knowledge

• Laboratory experience with knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods utilized in maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment.

Skills

• Proficiently use Microsoft Office software and any related software
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to organize materials, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a lab budget.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to follow all safety rules and regulations and to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Develop and maintain cooperative and professional relationships and work constructively within a team, faculty, and students.
• Ability to communicate timely and effectively (orally and in writing).
• Ability to work and support all campus locations with instructions from the STEM Dean and in close coordination with the Hampton STEM Lab Manager.

Additional Considerations

• Work experience in higher education.
• Experience training students or employees on lab safety rules and regulations is preferred.

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel Minimal

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.