GIS Lab Coordinator @ PCC! (Sylvania campus, Portland)

​Geographical Information System (GIS) Lab Coordinator (Part-time/Temporary to 6/30/22)

Requisition ID req400
Department Social Sciences & Human Development Division
Campus Sylvania Campus
Employment Type Classified-Part Time
Job Close Date Apply Immediately - the requisition will be closed when sufficient applications have been received

Position Summary
Our Geographical Information System (GIS) program is growing!   Portland Community College's GIS program is recruiting for a half-time GIS Lab Coordinator to establish lab hours and tutor schedules, order and inventory equipment, work with IT on software and lab technology, collaborate with instructors to set up labs, initiate partnerships with other PCC departments, and assist with marketing the GIS program.
 
This is a temporary, grant-funded position.  The position is currently funded through June 30, 2022.  Continuation of this position is dependent upon renewal of the grant funding.
 
Hours & Days:
Lab hours span Monday-Friday.  This position is half-time (0.5 FTE) and coordinate with the lab schedule, but work hours would typically be Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, with occasional weekend work. 
 
See the classification description for additional information: https://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/classified-jobs/ist-4/

Candidate Profile
These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position. 
Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.

• Demonstrated technical skills and understanding of GIS and UAV equipment, hardware, and software
• Demonstrated ability to work with faculty to establish lab lessons and set up lab
• Proven ability to work well with colleagues to identify instructional needs, communicate and implement plans
• Experience identifying safety issues and implementing safety procedures
• Experience working with system wide departments or entities to ensure that processes are followed, risks are reduced and resources are acquired to meet goals
• Demonstrated ability to understand and support the GIS program’s commitment to increasing diversity in our GIS program and widening access in terms of gender, socioeconomics, age, race and ethnicity

Minimum Qualifications
To be considered, your application must demonstrate these minimum qualifications. (Experience is calculated based on the start and end dates you provide multiplied by the number of hours per week worked).

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of post-secondary education in Geography, Geographical Information Systems, or a related field (Relevant experience may substitute for the post-secondary education requirement on a year-for-year basis)
• Three years of experience in Geography, Geographic Informational Systems, or a related field
• Proven written and oral communication skills adequate to assist students in understanding the work they are to perform
• Proven ability to lead others an evaluate performance

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a GIS certificate or foundation coursework
• Experience coordinating a lab
• Experience supporting faculty in lab
• Experience working with students and supporting their academic goals

Position Grade 19

Starting Salary Expectations The first two steps of the range are: $19.45 to $20.02 per hour.  Higher salary placement may be available based on qualifications, experience and internal equity.

Position Grade Salary Range $19.45 to $30.75 Hourly Wage

FTE 0.5

PCC Benefits
PCC offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs.
PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP. PCC offers a tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement.
Additionally, PCC provides a tuition waiver for yourself, domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age. Partial tuition reimbursement for yourself at other accredited institutions (full-time employees only).
Paid Leave: (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees)
- Starts at 6.67 hours of vacation leave per month (additional vacation hours with years of service)
- 8 hours of sick leave per month 
- 24 hours of additional personal leave days per year 
- 11 Paid holidays

For a complete list of PCC benefits, please visit http://www.pcc.edu/hr.benefits 
View a complete list of PCC benefits.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Work pressure, disturbances of work flow and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Changes in the performance environment require occasional upgrading of skills. Working conditions may be somewhat disagreeable requiring occasional exposure to safety hazards, noise and temperature extremes. Some learned physical skills are required. Physical effort such as frequent standing, walking and lifting; guiding and/or carrying of lightweight materials or equipment; occasional periods of sustained effort.

Background Check Required
Yes

Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Portland Community College 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.