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Posted: 18-Jun-22
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Salary: Open
Location: Minneapolis
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Employment Condition: Temporary
Job Description:
The College Lab Assistant 2, Computer Application option, functions as the Digital Literacy Specialist for the Academic Success Center (ASC) at Minneapolis College. This position promotes student success by coordinating digital literacy training, The Digital Literacy Specialist provides ongoing expertise in promoting digital literacy as it applies to the wide variety of courses offered at the college. The incumbent works as part of a team to coordinate the daily operation of the Academic Success Center and its Computer Lab and provides lead work for a rotation of digital literacy and technology tutors consisting of student employees.
Required Qualifications:
Post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure in computer applications, specifically in a field related to digital literacy
AND
One (1) year of teaching/tutoring experience in computer applications, specifically digital literacy, at the high school level or above
OR
Four (4) years of work experience in computer applications, specifically digital literacy, where no degree/certificate/diploma/licensure is required
OR
An equivalent combination of education and work experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Expert use of Microsoft Office; Microsoft Office Certification
Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat
Computer support or educational setting experience
Customer service experience
Excellent verbal and written skills
Experience in D2L, and commercial learning management systems
Demonstrate an effort to improve cultural competence and actively takes steps to include diversity training or professional development
Ability to apply knowledge of course content and tutoring techniques to support student success
Human relations skills sufficient to assist and motivate students from a variety of ethnic, cultural, academic, economic and social backgrounds
Ability to communicate effectively with faculty members, counselors, administrators and related personnel regarding student needs, department needs and other concerns
Ability to apply knowledge of college policies and procedure to assist students
Ability to acquire knowledge and curriculum changes, developments in the writing field, and tutoring
Other Requirements:
To be considered for this position, former employees must have a clean employment record at Minneapolis College (MCTC).
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
About:
Minneapolis College is one of the largest and most diverse two-year colleges in Minnesota, serving approximately 8,000 students annually in credit and noncredit programs. The college enrolls 56% students of color. As a comprehensive public community and technical college, Minneapolis College offers 114 credentials in 44 liberal arts and career and technical programs. The college has strong ties to corporate and industry partners that help fund student scholarships, provide state-of-the-art training and equipment, and offer internship and employment opportunities to the college's graduates. Minneapolis College is located downtown with easy access to jobs, internships, city life, restaurants, entertainment venues and cultural activities just steps away. The Twin Cities is also home to a population of more than three million people and has one of the highest concentrations of corporate headquarters of any metropolitan area in the country. The region consistently ranks high in quality-of-life surveys, with a relatively low cost of living and a wealth of cultural and recreational activities. Minneapolis College is a member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system. With 37 colleges and universities across 54 campuses, Minnesota State is the largest provider of higher education in the state of Minnesota and the fourth largest system of higher education in the United States.
Benefits Info:
Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/. Placement within the salary range for this College Lab Assistant 2 position is determined on the basis of relevant experience and in accordance with the 2021 – 2023 American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) labor contract with the State of Minnesota.
Desired Start Date: 08/10/2022
