Position Overview Edmonds College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The college values its talented, diverse workforce and seeks to attract, hire, and support employees who consistently and actively embrace diversity and equity. Edmonds College is an equal opportunity employer. Edmonds College invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position. Chemistry/Physics Lab Manager - Instruction And Classroom Support Technician 4 SALARY: $54,204 - $61,404 LOCATION: Lynnwood, Washington DESCRIPTION: The Chemistry/Physics Department at Edmonds College is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 4 (Lab Manager) to oversee the efficient and safe operation of our laboratories. A key focus of this role is the preparation, setup, and breakdown of laboratory activities to ensure a productive learning environment for students and faculty. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: * Prioritize and execute the daily proper setup and breakdown of all laboratory experiments and demonstrations. This includes ensuring all necessary materials, equipment, and reagents are readily available and correctly positioned before lab sessions, and that all items are properly cleaned, stored, and accounted for afterwards. * Maintain and enforce rigorous laboratory safety procedures and protocols. * Ensure the cleanliness and organization of all laboratory spaces, including regular cleaning and waste disposal. * Manage the inventory and ordering of all necessary laboratory supplies and equipment. * Manage and reconcile the departmental laboratory budget, tracking expenditures and ensuring cost-effectiveness. * Hire and manage student laboratory employees, delegating tasks as needed. * Collaborate with faculty on lab design, and assist in testing and troubleshooting equipment and/or procedures for various demonstrations and laboratory activities. * Operate and perform routine maintenance on a wide range of laboratory and demonstration instruments and equipment. * Instruct students and faculty on the proper and safe use of laboratory equipment. * Adhere to all safety protocols, including relevant industry safety standards, those related to the handling of organic and inorganic chemicals, and the operation of typical and atypical laboratory equipment. This is a classified staff position that reports to the Dean of STEM. Edmonds invites all individuals to apply, and as an equal opportunity employer, we encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position. For information on applying, please see Application Procedures and Required Documents below. Applications received by June 2, 2025, will receive priority consideration. This position is open until filled. The desired start date for the position is between July 1 and July 16, 2025. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor¿s degree in chemistry, physics, or a related area. * At least one academic year of experience working in a lab environment (research assistant, lab technician, etc.). * Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. * Ability to work effectively in an environment rich with diverse cultures. * Proficiency in maintaining and operating chemical instrumentation. * Ability to work independently, adapt and respond to last-minute changes, prioritize competing demands, and track and reconcile budgetary expenditures. * Knowledge of hazardous waste disposal practices and green chemistry. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Master's degree in chemistry, physics, or a related area. * Coursework or practical application of chemistry and physics. * Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Suite. * Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. * Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with faculty, staff, and students. * Experience supporting college-level science laboratory curriculum for multiple classes and/or departments. * Ability to use and maintain analytical chemistry equipment (GC-MS, FTIR, AAS, NMR) * Ability to use, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment used in a physics lab environment. PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position requires the physical ability to perform work common to an academic, science-related laboratory setting. This may include standing for long periods, stooping, bending, climbing on step stools, and lifting or moving objects up to 30 lbs. There is exposure to organic and inorganic chemicals, and the use of typical laboratory equipment and power tools. Knowledge and implementation of safety practices are essential to this position. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are essential. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English, and will include communication with people for whom English is a second language. WORK SCHEDULE: A typical work week is 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday; the specific schedule will be determined by the lab's needs. Saturdays and/or evenings may occasionally be needed to support scheduled classes/labs and/or special events. Scheduling changes will be updated according to the collective bargaining agreement. COMPENSATION: Salary range 51. Beginning salary is $54,204 - $61,404 annually, with progressive increases to $72,924, plus a full state benefits package, which includes tuition waivers for college classes, medical, dental, retirement options, and more. The vacation and leave package includes 12 sick days per year, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 personal holiday, 3 personal leave days, and 14 vacation days per year (incremental increases to 24 vacation days per year). CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: * You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire. * Criminal background check. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant¿s suitability and competence to perform in the position. * All new positions are contingent upon funding. * At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas. * Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: All applicants must apply online. No paper submissions or emailed materials will be accepted. Your online application must include the following documents in order to be complete: * Current résumé or Curriculum Vitae. * Cover Letter addressing the required and desired qualifications. * Responses to supplemental questions (part of the online application). (These questions reflect the required and desired qualifications and are used in the screening process. Please provide thorough responses.) * Names and contact information for three professional references. * Unofficial Transcript(s) - Scan and attach them to your online application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS - REQUIRED: The following question is designed to assess your job-related experience and qualifications. Note that your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application as part of the screening process. Please thoughtfully and thoroughly answer the question below; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" may be considered insufficient. * Please describe any experience you have using and maintaining analytical chemistry instrumentation, including GC-MS, FTIR, NMR, and AAS. * Some of Edmonds' physics and chemistry labs are project-based, driven by student interest. Please describe your experience designing or supporting the design process for laboratory projects in physics or chemistry, or a related field. Important, if this posting is on an external website other than www.edmonds.edu/hr or Edmonds College Job Opportunities please follow one of these links to apply. Applying via an external webpage will not enter our application system. ABOUT THE COLLEGE: Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public, four-year, state college. It focuses on academic excellence, student success, and community engagement, which reflect the three aspects of its mission: Teaching | Learning | Community. It serves about 20,000 students annually, including more than 1,000 international students from more than 60 countries. The college offers nearly 70 associate degrees and 60 professional certificates in about 30 programs of study. Its highest-enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit www.edmonds.edu. EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT: The college provides equal opportunity in education and in employment per state and federal law. The college prohibits discrimination against any person due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For questions about our nondiscrimination policy or gender equality and athletic teams, call our Title IX Compliance Officer 425.640.1814. JEANNE CLERY STATEMENT: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of Edmonds College¿s commitment to safety and security on campus, the College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Edmonds College¿s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.edmonds.edu/student-services/campus-safety-and-emergency-preparedness/clery-act/default.html. Apply for Job * Careers * Sign In * New User