Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) District Equity Statement

CCS believes that access to high-quality education in a safe and inclusive environment is the right of all individuals and imperative for the continued advancement of a strong democracy and workforce. We also believe higher education institutions have an obligation to work toward and demonstrate progress in ensuring equity amongst their students, faculty, and staff. Equity is grounded in the principle of fairness. In higher education, equity refers to ensuring that each student receives what they need to be successful through the intentional design of the college experience.

Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC) is a beautiful campus located in the inland Pacific Northwest, on the ancestral home of the Spokane Tribe, near the Spokane River. Our campus is not far from the urban center of Spokane, a mid-sized city with a high quality of life and quick access to the outdoors. More information about living and working in Spokane available at:https://greaterspokane.org/relocation-guide https://www.spokaneteachinghealth.org/life/

SFCC is one of two accredited community colleges that comprise the Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS). In addition to serving the urban and suburban population in greater Spokane, including students from Fairchild Airforce Base, CCS provides educational services to rural communities throughout our 12,302 square-mile region in Eastern Washington, including students from the Spokane and other Eastern Washington tribes. Serving about 8,200 students, SFCC endeavors to be an educational leader and a responsive partner with the community and region to provide access to relevant programs of the highest quality. We offer a large liberal arts/transfer program (approximately 75% of total enrollment) as well as state-of-the-art professional technical programs (about 25%). As reflected in our mission statement, we strive to “embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster global awareness” at every level of our college.

Under general direction this position performs a variety of skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair, remodeling and construction of buildings, grounds, machinery, mechanical facilities and equipment for Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) buildings. This position will work independently and with other trades utilizing a general knowledge of several related skill fields such as plumbing, electrical, welding, carpentry, and machinist work. This position travels to CCS sites throughout Spokane and Northeastern Washington.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• As a member of a team, perform skilled work in construction, maintenance, modifying, or repairing buildings via Work Orders, Preventive Maintenance, and Building Improvement Requests with an emphasis on Work Order and Preventive Maintenance projects. *
• Initiate layout and job planning of construction and execute painting repairs as needed. *
• Repair floors, walls, ceilings, screens, windows, sashes, and other general building components; evaluate and repair broken locks, doors, and door closers; repair roofs and roof leaks; build, repair, and install shelving, casework, and other fixtures; build concrete forms and basic concrete patch finishing. Perform some keying work. *
• Construct offices and rooms in existing buildings; repair unique college items such as bleachers, tennis courts, batting cages, and other items; assemble and disassemble cubical walls and furniture; construct furniture; and aid in design of new projects. *
• Install sheetrock, mud and tape and prepare surfaces for painting. Install vinyl wall covering material and trim. Utilize sand or media blasting equipment to prepare structural and architectural surfaces for final finish. *
• Read and evaluate building plans and specifications. Coordinate with administrators, staff, other trade workers and contractors to complete tasks. *
• Purchase parts needed for repair of buildings and grounds. *
• Operate hand and power tools in a skilled manner; fabricate material and equipment in workshops. Drive service truck as required, and load and unload materials and supplies. *
• May perform work in other trades.*
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
• Complies with district policy, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statute and collective bargaining agreements. *
• Support and advance the CCS strategic plan, and perform other duties as assigned. *

• Indicates this is an essential duty.

This position is designated a bargaining unit position.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)

• Experience operating hand tools, power tools or other shop equipment.
• Ability to assess building repair issues and explain issues/concerns.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Knowledge of chemicals and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ability to read and interpret SDS instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work individually and as a member of a team.
• Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.
• A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals and objectives of CCS.
• The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, community and technical college system.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning and working environment that honors diversity, equity and inclusion.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES (DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS)

• High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position.
• Four (4) or more years' applicable work experience.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a carpenter or related trade; or full journey status as a carpenter or related trade in a union.
• Experience working in higher education or general government.
• Experience reading building plans.

TOTAL COMPENSATION WITH BENEFITS: $71,007-$80,064.

Total compensation is an estimate based upon adding the following amounts together:

• Base compensation of $53,100-$61,632, plus
• Current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates, plus
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• Median retirement fund contributions.

The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Community Colleges of Spokane maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record 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. Once an applicant is chosen for an interview, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is equally performed in indoor temperature-controlled office environment, and outdoor uncontrolled elements.
• Move up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 75 lbs. occasionally.
• Work is active in nature.
• Frequent repetitive hand/wrist motions and finger manipulation.
• Operates and controls movement of power tools and/or large mechanized, powered and non-powered equipment.
• Frequent kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and twisting.
• Enter, crouch, twist, work and climb in and out of confined spaces.
• Extension of arms overhead for sustained periods.
• Occasional exposure to fumes, dust, and/or odors.
• Respiratory equipment used that may require adherence to applicable safety rules and standards.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Full-time schedule (12-months, 40-hours a week).
• 6-month probationary period; may be extended up to 12 months.
• This position is overtime eligible.
• Requires local or regional travel.
• Valid motor vehicle operator license required.
• Criminal background check required.
• May be required to work alternate shift.

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

• CCS online application.
• Cover letter addressing your qualifications as applied to the responsibilities of this position. *
• Comprehensive resume. *
• Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.*
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable for initial application, official copies must be submitted upon acceptance of job offer.

NOTE: All of the above are required to ensure your consideration for this position. The item(s) marked with an asterisk are required attachments to your application prior to submission. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at CCS.recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu

Community Colleges of Spokane does not discriminate in its programs, activities and employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parental status or families with children, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, honorably discharged veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with disability, genetic information or any other legally protected category. Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity and/or grievances to the Chief Administration Officer, Community Colleges of Spokane, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., PO Box 6000, MS 1004, Spokane WA 99217-6000 or call 509-434-5037; WA Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS) 1-800-833-6384 or 7-1-1.

Native Land Acknowledgement

We are honored to acknowledge that the Community Colleges of Spokane, and our main campuses for Spokane Falls and Spokane Community College, are located on the traditional and sacred homelands of the Spokane Tribe. We also provide services in a region that includes the traditional and sacred homelands of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation and the Kalispel Tribe. The CCS Pullman Center operates on the WSU campus and is located on the ancestral homelands of the Palus people and on the ceded lands of the Nimíipuu (Nez Perce) Tribe.

We pay our respect to tribal elders both past and present as well as to all indigenous people today. This land holds their cultural DNA and we are honored and grateful to be here on their traditional lands. We give thanks to the legacy of the original people and their descendants and pledge to honor their stewardship and values.

Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; WA State Retirement Plan; vacation and sick leave begin to accrue at the rate of one (1) day per month, upon employment. (For positions that are less than full time, leave accruals will be prorated to the percentage of the position.) This position is designated a bargaining unit position and union membership is no longer a condition of employment.