Instructional Support Technician I - Geology

Working Title :  Instructional Support Technician I - Geology

Classification Title :  Instructional Support Tech I

Posting Details

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled) : Monday, February 5, 2025 @ 11 : 55pm PT

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

The Department Technician (IST I) is responsible for performing services to the Geology Departments teaching and research curriculum under the general supervision of the Department Chair, including but not limited to : preparation of material for courses, preparation of rock thin sections, maintain department equipment and supplies, assist with field trips and courses, oversee department computer hardware and software usage, and assist in the safety and efficiency of the operation of the Geology Department.

This position requires an individual who is self-motivated, well-organized, displays good judgement, interacts well with others, and maintains an optimistic, service-oriented outlook.

FLSA :  Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range : $4,206.00 per month - $4,400.00  per month

CSU Classification Salary Range :  $4,206.00 - $7,299.00 per month

Best-in-class Benefits :

CSU Total Compensation :

Salary Grade / Range : 1

Recruitment Type :   Regular (Probationary)

Time Base :   Full-Time

Work Hours :  Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm

Department Information

The Geology Department is an academic department within the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. The Department offers numerous lecture and lab sections of a variety of lower-division courses covering general education requirements. The upper-division lecture, lab and field courses concentrate on the Geology major, fulfilling B.A., B.S. and M.S. degrees. There are currently eight full-time and several part-time faculty, and one technician in the department which serves about 100 Geology majors.

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Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities :

Knowledge of the principles of performing support services; knowledge of the common principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline; knowledge of the materials, supplies and equipment and their uses related to the discipline.

Ability to evaluate the materials and supplies used; ability to learn to adjust and make minor repairs on scientific equipment; ability to operate scientific or highly technical equipment and to interpret results; ability to plan activities and prepare schedules; ability to use methods, techniques and skills related to the discipline in preparing specialized materials.

Experience :

Equivalent to two years of experience providing instructional support services for a unit or discipline, acting as a student assistant, or in producing materials or supplies related to the discipline

Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the area may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for the required experience.

Required Qualifications

Experience :

• Experience using thin section and rock slicing equipment, including preparation of different rock types or materials.
• Experience using computers and computer peripherals, including basic office and graphics software.
• Experience using ground water monitoring devices.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :

Ability to occasionally maneuver, transport, lift and carry up to 75lb.

Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

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Preferred Qualifications

Documents Needed to Apply

Failure to upload the required documentation may result in disqualification.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request from the Office of Clery Compliance & Training by emailing .

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and / or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance & Training as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

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Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the  prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants :

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

Salary : $4,206 - $7,299