Job Title

Desert Studies Instructional Support

Classification

Instructional Support Assistant II

AutoReqId

542736

Department

Desert Studies

Sub-Division

College of Natural Science and Mathematics

Salary Range

Classification Range $3,746 - $5,881 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $3,746 - $5,000 per month)

Appointment Type

Ongoing

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Schedule may vary according to department needs.

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, the University was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 40,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At Cal State Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training programs, and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

About the Position: 

The California Desert Studies Consortium was established in 1974 as an academic collaboration among seven California State University campuses. The mission of the Consortium is to encourage the understanding of, and appreciation for, the California deserts by developing student academic skills and public awareness through a desert studies program which includes instruction, research, and special programs. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Desert Studies team as the Desert Studies Instructional Support (Instructional Support Assistant II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The Desert Studies Center (DSC) is a remote field station managed by California State University Fullerton (CSUF) and the seven-campus CSU California Desert Studies Consortium (CDSC). Under the general direction of the CSUF Associate Dean of the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and with guidance from the CDSC Director, the Instructional Support Assistant will assist the on-site Field Station Manager in implementing the education, research and public outreach mission of the CDSC in the operation of the Desert Studies Center. The Instructional Support Assistant helps deliver programmatic information and coordinate on-site use of the Desert Studies Center, including participating in tours, lectures, and outreach events, maintaining library and scientific collections, collecting and organizing field data, and managing relationships with outside entities and federal agencies, e.g., National Park Service. The Instructional Support Assistant also assists the Manager and Maintenance Mechanic in the operations and general upkeep of the Desert Studies Center, including but not limited to academic technology, utilities, building operations, and grounds/landscaping, and security. Other duties as assigned.  

Essential Qualifications

Knowledge of the procedures and practices relating to providing support services. Knowledge of procedures and practices related to ordering, issue, and inventory. Ability to learn quickly the names, uses and care of common types of materials, supplies, and equipment used in the instructional program to which assigned. Ability to plan, organize, and follow a schedule of activities. Ability to learn to operate equipment and to make adjustments. Ability to maintain records and project needs. Ability to correct and perform simple arithmetic calculations. Ability to read and write at a level suitable for performance on the job.

Equivalent to one year of experience performing support services for an instructional program and involving such activities as preparing, producing, dispensing or storing materials, supplies, and equipment. or Equivalent to one year of experience in ordering, purchasing, accounting or in office work related to technical materials, supplies, or equipment or in an office which provided similar services to a technical function or unit may be substituted for six months of the experience. or Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials. supplies, or equipment and in a discipline in the specialty area to which assigned.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in the environmental or natural sciences and or equivalent experience. Knowledge of the applicable CSU policies and procedures related to this job. Knowledge of GPS, ArcGIS, Database Management System (DBMS), and basic web-page authoring applications. Interest and willingness to learn names of plants, animals, geological formations, and basic natural history of the area surrounding the DSC. Interest and willingness to assist the Field Station Manager and Director in writing reports and proposals for grant funding. Ability to determine methods to meet programs goals. Ability to use good judgment in the development of policies and procedures related to issues not covered by current policies. Ability to work with representatives from public and private organizations and provide consultation. Ability to obtain a small Water Operators license and a “person in charge of the kitchen” State of California certification. Experience with training, supervising and evaluating personnel. Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with faculty, staff, students, professionals, and the public. Ability to operate and maintain technical and scientific equipment. Knowledge of the procedures and practices relating to providing support services for field work/outdoor education in a desert environment. Ability to coordinate support service to meet a comprehensive variety of needs. Proficiency in use of internet and library resources and with professional software, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Zoom. Ability to drive off paved roads and to operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle safely.

License/Certifications

A Valid California Driver’s License.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

This position is based at the DSC in the Mojave National Preserve at Zzyzx, California. The CDSC will provide long-term housing at the DSC. The remote location requires regular travel off-site for procurement and meetings. The desert environment has temperatures ranging from 20 F to 120 F. The weather is generally hot and dry during the day and cold at night, with periodic heavy rains or extreme winds. The position often requires work for short periods in these inclement conditions, as well as working on uneven and unpaved spaces within the DSC and surrounding areas. Ability to work in hazardous environment, in inclement weather.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.
 
If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.
 
Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 
 
California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e., H1-B Visas).

Hiring Preference

On-Campus CSUEU Employees