Instructional Assistant-Public Safety

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision of assigned administrator, assists faculty in the preparation and delivery of instruction and skills training to students enrolled within a designated academic area of the Public Safety Department. Values and promotes the mission and vision of the college.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

A non-teaching position that assists faculty in reinforcing and illustrating course concepts and skills that are delivered in classrooms, labs, and simulated real-life environments. The position may also assist in fortifying safety protocol, in planning and implementing emergency response exercises/scenarios, and in demonstrating the safe use of vehicles, specialized equipment or weapons and training props. Assists in supporting and strengthening lectures, course objectives, student learning outcomes, and the strategic direction of the department. Requires advanced oral and written communication skills and technical knowledge in the subject area(s) assigned, and a background in experiential learning.

1. Assists in the preparation and delivery of instruction and skills training.
2. Prepares and assembles materials/equipment/props for presentations and other instructional activities.
3. Assists in the preparation and administration of tests as needed.
4. Monitors the safe and proper use of equipment, tools, and devices.
5. Assists with inventory, storage, distribution, and maintenance of discipline related equipment; provides technical assistance and recommends specifications for equipment and instructional material purchases.
6. Demonstrates emergency vehicle driving procedures, operations, and safety maneuvering; drives, operates, maintains assigned vehicles and specialized equipment.
7. Leads drill and ceremony activities/formations/inspections.
8. Provides assistance to students and instructors in the preparation of props and equipment for campus tours, visitations, and outreach events.
9. Works as a collaborative and contributing member of a professional team; serves as a role model for students; exemplifies and emphasizes the values, ethics, and high standards required of public safety personnel.
10. Perform other related work as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of training techniques and instructional methodologies;
• Requirements and regulations of governing and certifying agencies;
• Principles and practices of effective leadership.

Demonstrated ability to:

• Learn, interpret and apply district, program, and courses rules and regulations;
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action;
• Maintain accurate and complete records;
• Utilize computer equipment and technology for record keeping and instructional purposes;
• Understand and carryout oral and written instructions.

• Duties will be performed in an indoor and outdoor environment.
• Exposure to electrical energy, noise, dust, grease, potentially hazardous chemicals, waste and infectious materials.
• Work with machinery; maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy or moderate lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, standing, sitting or walking for prolonged periods of time.
• Operating motorized equipment and vehicles.
• The incumbent will experience interruptions while performing normal duties during the regular workday.
• The incumbent will have contact, in person, by email, or on the telephone with staff and the general public.
• This position requires a flexible schedule according to the class structure of the academies.

• Typically may stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Operates a computer.
• Communicates over the telephone, by email, and in person.
• Regularly lifts, carries and/or moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to an associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public safety technology or a related field OR graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience within a public safety agency.

License and other requirements:

• Must take required safety course as outlined in the Injury Illness Prevention Plan.
• Fork Lift certification.
• District insurance for operation of district motor vehicles.

The desired start date is November 2024. This a full-time, 37-hours-per-week, 10-month, classified position.

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials through our website https://www.hancockcollege.edu/hr/ by Tuesday, November 5, 2024, by 11:59 PST:

• Cover letter;

• A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience.

Allan Hancock College 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, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.