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  SUNY New Paltz VacancyExternal Posting (Professional)

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:

Department: Engineering Programs

Budget Title: Instructional Support Technician

Local Title: Engineering Lab Technician

Posting Date: January 23, 2025

Classification: SL-3

Duties: The State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz welcomes applications for the position of Engineering Lab Technician within the Division of Engineering Programs in the School of Science & Engineering. The Division of Engineering Programs prides itself on providing students with a rigorous education including regular access to meaningful hands-on learning opportunities. The Engineering Lab Technician is a valued member of our team who ensures that these opportunities happen in a clean, productive, and safe environment by supporting teaching and research activities in our Mechanical, Electrical, and Computer Engineering laboratory spaces.

Responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:• Ordering, organizing, and distributing lab kits to students at the beginning of each semester.• Overseeing and maintaining an inventory of parts and electronics in the lab shop and auxiliary engineering work-spaces.• Collaborating with faculty to ensure laboratory equipment is well maintained and operational.• Working with vendors and contractors to maintain laboratory equipment.• Collaborating with faculty to fulfill needs for research projects, such as performing fund transfers and ordering materials.• Liaising between engineering faculty and IT to ensure that all laboratory computers have necessary and updated software installed prior to each semester.• Liaising between engineering faculty and facilities to submit and track the progress of building work orders.• Developing, implementing, and enforcing safety procedures across all laboratory environments.• Collaborating With Campus Environmental Health and Safety to ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain required certifications.• Managing student access to laboratory spaces.• Assisting in the execution and logistics of the annual engineering design expo event.• Other duties as directed by the Chair of the Division of Engineering Programs.

Qualifications: Required:• Hold a minimum of an Associates Degree in a STEM related discipline• Be a motivated self-starter who canbe productive with limited supervision• Be an effective communicator through a variety of modes (written, oral, etc.) and with diverse groups (faculty, students, other departments, etc.)• A basic understanding of electronic parts and a willingness to advance that knowledge• A basic understanding of mechanical and electrical test equipment and a willingness to advance that knowledge.• A working knowledge of tool and shop safety practices

Contact Information: Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:• cover letter• resume• contact information for three professional references

Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2749

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.

SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clery-compliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/.

Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2749

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