The mission of Laramie County Community College is to transform our students' lives through the power of inspired learning. Our over-arching goal is that our accomplishments as a community college will distinguish LCCC from others in the nation, in turn benefiting our communities and bringing pride to the Great State of Wyoming.  Our core values include Passion, Authenticity, and the Desire to Make a Difference. 

This position is only available for Federal Work Study Eligible LCCC students enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for the Fall 2024 semester. You will need a resume to complete your application.

Job Summary:

Have you ever wanted to know more about 3D scanning, 3D printing, laser engraving or how to create new and imaginative products? The Student Assistant position in the Concept Forge helps students and community members operate our equipment to bring those ideas to reality. This position also assists the staff with inventory, cleanliness and upkeep of all items within the Concept Forge.    

Start Date: Fall 2024.

Compensation: $13.33/hr.

Essential Functions: – this position non-exempt and is eligible for compensatory or overtime pay provisions of the FLSA.  This listing of essential duties is not all-inclusive, but representative, other duties may be assigned).

• Operate equipment in the Concept Forge while assisting others in learning how to use the equipment safely in the lab.
• Assist in maintaining and cleaning equipment in the lab to ensure good long-term operations.
• Maintain established rules and safety standards in the lab to ensure safe and proper use of equipment to limit risk of injury.
• Assist department team members through preparing materials, monitoring supply inventories needed for consistent operation of equipment and assisting the operational functions of the department.
• Provide general customer service through responding to visitors, and routing inquiries to the appropriate team member of the department.
• Support the department with special projects and events through completing tasks as assigned.
• Communicate and plan accordingly with the assigned supervisor to develop and establish a work schedule for the semester to allow for more availability for students wanting to access the lab.
• Other tasks may be assigned based on contemporary institutional needs.

Physcial/Mental Demands:

• There may be occurrences of interacting with employees and/or students, past employees and/or students, members of the general public, and others who express opinions, may exhibit strong emotions, which will require the employee to interact professionally, diplomatically, and appropriately in such situations
• While performing the essential duties of this position, an employee would frequently be required to move around the assigned work areas as well as within hallways, meeting rooms, and other parts of the campus facilities
• There may be multiple/daily instances of prolonged sitting, standing, and personal computer use, which would include keyboard and/or mouse usage as well as viewing a computer monitor
• An employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds to perform essential position functions
• For lift exceeding 50 pounds, an assisted lift technique will be required
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• The overall work environment requires the mental ability to shift focal point quickly due to interruptions; an employee must be able to mentally track multiple projects and tasking as well
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, there may be instances of somewhat loud environments.

NOTE: This position description is a general description; it is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform.  All employees of the College are expected to perform other tasks as assigned by their respective supervisor/manager regardless of job title or routine job duties.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:   

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current LCCC student and continued enrollment in a minimum of 6 credits a semester, (exceptions may be given for summer term with supervisor approval).
• Federal Work Study eligible.

Preferred Qualifications:   

• One year of experience in an office setting working with Microsoft Office Software. (Excel, Word, Etc.)
• Knowledge or interest in the tools and equipment offered in a makerspace environment (3D printers, laser etchers, sewing machines, heat press, vinyl cutters, sublimation, etc.).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Laramie County Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, genetic information, political affiliation, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities.