Job Details

Climbing Lab Assistant Part-Time

Salary: $19.57 Hourly
Location: Oregon City, OR
Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Union
Division: Arts and Sciences
Job Number: 2425-00182
Closing: 1/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire a

Climbing Lab Assistant
position. This is a part-time and non or benefits-eligible position. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and candidates that may be from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought.

CCC is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in support of student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to understanding and dismantling systems of oppression and to co-creating a more equitable educational system that in turn fosters a more equitable society. We strive to be a student-ready institution that supports and partners with students to promote discovery and growth. We work to mobilize community-wide awareness and action related to the College strategic priorities and seeks to build relationships in support of community well-being.

At CCC, individuals are celebrated for their experience and expertise, validated for their unique perspectives, and engaged in ways that reflect their needs and interests. To learn more about CCC visit Leadership, Vision and Initiatives.



ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assist with in-class climbing activities, gear maintenance, and safety checks. This will include:

• Demonstrate proper knot tying techniques
• Current aerial rescue techniques
• Gear safety checks
• Proper ascending and descending techniques
• Articulate climbing techniques clearly with the class
• Installation of friction savers
• Demonstrate throw line techniques
• Establish correct DRT (MRS) and SRT (SRS)
• Demonstrate proper use of PPE and all safety protocols including ANSI standards
• Communicate with the Arboriculture instructor(s) on a regular basis.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with College staff, other organizations and the public.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas.

AUXILIARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• May provide assistance to other department personnel as workload and staffing levels dictate.
• Maintain proficiency by attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

Qualifications

MINIMUM/MANDATORY EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Thorough knowledge of arboriculture and safe climbing practices.
• Any satisfactory combination of experience and education which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the above duties.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduate, supplemented by additional training equal to two years of college in horticulture/arboriculture, plus one year of related experience.
• Aerial Rescue certification.
• Certified Arborist.
• ISA certified tree worker.
• Five years experience in tree-work.

Other Job Elements

The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, manipulate objects, and operate equipment.
• The position requires mobility, including the use of hand tools, rope and harness systems and power equipment.
• Duties may involve moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and rarely requires moving materials weighing over 50 pounds.
• Work in all types of weather and outdoor conditions.
• Capacity to ascend vertically up to 150' into a tree.
• Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating things such as computer keyboard, and a variety of arboriculture and climbing equipment/tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Approximately 50% of the work period occurs outdoors in a land laboratory.
• The remaining 50% occurs in an indoors in a typical classroom/lab environment.

Must have access to personal climbing equipment that will pass safety inspection by instructors.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervision of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. May provide training and orientation to students.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of a Department Chair

Additional Information

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

When applying for this position, you will be required to complete the NeoGov application, including work history relevant to the position and attach the following electronic documents:

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position and describing how you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements of the position.

3. If applicable: Veteran's Preference documentation

Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CCC makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.




VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for positions with CCC. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.

Documents Required:

• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) - OR - Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension.
• Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx



TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All positions at CCC are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college and requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
• CCC employees must reside within 50 miles of the Oregon City campus as a condition of employment.
• Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CCC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.



To apply, visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/clackamascc/jobs/4783915/climbing-lab-assistant-part-time





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