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Schreiner University

Work Study in Dickey 112 Computer Lab
Job Description

Title:   Lab Assistant     

Classification:  Student, Temporary, Non-exempt 

Department:   Instructional Technology – Dickey 112 Computer Lab  

Reports To:    Computer Lab Facilitator 

Supervises:  NA 

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 SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES – Computer Lab workers must assure efficient and professional delivery of lab services to students, faculty and staff by being responsible employees and working as a team with the Computer Lab Facilitator, Lab Supervisor, and other Student Employees.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Monitor computer lab during the hours assigned to work, making sure that your availability and willingness to help are clearly evident to lab users.
• Assist lab users as needed, in launching and using software, getting printers to work, etc.
• Ensure that the lab users follow procedures.
• Monitor paper supply in all printers.
• Inform the lab staff if equipment is malfunctioning.
• Clean computers, printers, and work areas on a regular basis.
• Answer telephone when the lab staff is unavailable.
• Lock the lab if closing on solo shift.
• Maintain skills in software taught by computing instructors.
• Remain current with latest Details and Procedures as posted on the Lab Work-Study site.

Maintain College Office Safety to ensure that all filing cabinet drawers are shut when not in use, cords are not across floor without being securely fastened down, all walkways remain clear in the office an hallway with no items hanging off edges or coming out from under the tables. That chairs are placed within any office equipment area so as not to accidentally damage equipment.  

COMMUNICATIONS Acts to facilitate good communication between employees, customers and management through interpersonal and professional communication techniques. 

CONFIDENTIALLY Maintain the highest level of confidence concerning all matters in the computer lab. Does not discuss in any manner any information obtained through work in the computer lab. 

OTHER FUNCTIONS

·        Other duties as assigned.

·        Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

·        Maintain University safety rules.

WORKING CONDITIONS

·        See attached Job Activities Sheet

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

·        Knowledge of computer operations relevant to the lab environment, or outstanding willingness and ability to acquire such knowledge quickly.

·        Strong interpersonal skills

·        Ability to work as a team member with lab staff and other student employees. Work consistently at scheduled times.

SAFETY HAZARDS OF THE JOB

·        Minimal hazards in a general office working condition as long as safety is followed in keeping power cords fastened to floors, walkways clear, filing cabinets closed, chairs in place, etc.  __X_yes  ___no

·        Chemical Hazards  ___yes  _X__no

·         Biological Hazards  ___yes _X__no; 

·         Personal Protective Equipment needed:  ___yes  X__no 

         Describe equipment used:

EMPLOYER'S RIGHTS

This job description does not list all the duties of the job.  You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties.  You will be evaluated through the University’s performance evaluation system and part of that evaluation will be based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.  The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Last Revision Date:  11/6/06

Approved:      ___________________________                           ____/____/____

                      Supervisors Name: Claire Rabson                          Date Approved

Title              Computer Lab Facilitator                    

I am in receipt of this job description and am aware of my responsibilities as an employee of Schreiner University.

Employee Signature: ____________________________                    _________________

                                                                                                            Date

Job Activities Sheet

Job Title: Lab Assistant       

Department: Instructional Technology – Computer Lab