Instructional Services Occupations

Information on the definition and minimum qualifications can be found following each of the the career ladders charts below (listed from highest to lowest order). This information is also available in the job description for each classification which can be found through our Job Descriptions page.


 

Agricultural Group

Org Chart - Agricultural Group

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Farm Manager

Plans, supervises, and participates in the management and maintenance of farm/agricultural activities in support of the instructional programs at Los Angeles Pierce College.

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized four-year college or university with a major in animal science, agricultural science, agribusiness, or a closely related field AND one year of full-time paid farming experience which included responsibility for livestock and agricultural operations.  OR An associate degree from a recognized college or university with a major in animal science, agricultural science, agribusiness, or a closely related field AND three years of full-time, paid farming experience which included responsibility for livestock and agricultural operations.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND five years of full-time paid farming experience which included responsibility for livestock and agricultural operations.  OR Any equivalent combination of above.  Special: A valid California Class “C” driver’s license. Travel to locations throughout the District may be required. A valid California Class “A” driver’s license may be required within 60 days of employment. (rev. 5/4/22)

Senior Agricultural Technician

Acts as a lead and participates in the day-to-day operations of agricultural units that support an instructional program at Los Angeles Pierce College which includes animal care, crop production, facilities and equipment maintenance and repair, and instructional assistance duties.

 

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in agricultural science or a closely related field AND one year of full-time, paid experience in farming or care of livestock including horses.  Experience in a lead capacity is desirable.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND three years of full-time, paid experience in the care of livestock including horses.  Experience in a lead capacity is desirable.  OR   Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND three years of full-time paid experience in farming.  Experience in a lead capacity is desirable.  OR Any equivalent combination of A., B. and C. above.  Experience in a lead capacity is desirable.  Special:  A valid California Class “A” driver's license may be required for some positions and must be obtained within 60 days of employment.  A valid Class “C” California driver's license is required for some positions. Travel to locations throughout the District may be required for some positions. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds. (rev. 5/4/22)
Agricultural Technician

Performs animal care, crop production, agricultural facilities and equipment maintenance and repair, and instructional assistance duties related to the day-to-day operations of agricultural units that support an instructional program at Los Angeles Pierce College.

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in agricultural science or a closely related field.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time, paid experience in the care of livestock including horses.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience in farming.  OR Any equivalent combination of A., B. and C. above.  Special:  A valid Class “A” California driver's license may be required for some positions.  A valid Class “C” California driver's license may be required for some positions. Travel to locations throughout the District may be required for some positions. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds. (rev. 5/4/22)

Agricultural Assistant

Performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks related to the day-to-day operations of an agricultural unit that supports an instructional program at Los Angeles Pierce College.

Graduation from high school or its equivalent.  Experience in unskilled and semi-skilled work related to farming is desirable.  Special:  A valid Class “C” California driver's license may be required for some positions. Travel to locations throughout the District may be required for some positions.  Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds. (rev. 7/19/23)

 

Athletics Group

Org Chart - Athletics Group

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Athletics Trainer

Plans, coordinates and implements programs for the prevention, evaluation, therapeutic, rehabilitative, and emergency medical care of students engaged in intercollegiate sport programs at a college.

 

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university which included or was supplemented by completion of the undergraduate course work/subject matter requirements set by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).  A degree with a specialization in physical education, health, or a closely related field is desirable.  A master’s degree from a recognized four-year college or university in physical education, health, or a closely related field is desirable.  Special: A valid Athletic Trainer Certification (ATC) issued by the Board of Certification (BOC) of the National Athletic Trainers Association.  A valid American Red Cross or American Heart Association certificate in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation / Automated External Defibrillators for the Professional Rescuer or its equivalent.  A valid American Red Cross or American Heart Association First Aid certificate or its equivalent.  A valid Class "C" California driver’s license.  Travel to locations throughout the District is required.  A valid Class "B" driver’s license may be required for some positions. (rev. 4/16/24)
Fitness Center Coordinator

Coordinates the operations of a college fitness center and monitors exercise and body conditioning activities.

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in physical education, kinesiology, exercise science, or a related field AND two years of full-time, paid experience in coordinating a fitness program or center. OR A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with a major in physical education, kinesiology, exercise science, or related field. Special: A valid First-Aid Certificate or its equivalent issued by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.  A valid certificate in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation or its equivalent issued by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. (rev. 4/10/24)

Physical Education/Athletics Facilities Assistant

(Male) /(Female)

Issues and collects physical education and/or intercollegiate athletics equipment and supplies and oversees the use of gymnasium, and/or athletic facilities, locker room, and equipment room areas.

 

Graduation from high school or its equivalent.  Recent experience involving the maintenance of physical education and athletic facilities and equipment is desirable.  Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move items weighing up to fifty pounds. (rev. 5/8/19)

 

Catering Services Group

Org Chart - Catering Services

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Catering Event Coordinator

Plans, designs, and coordinates catering event activities of a college in conjunction with a culinary arts program and department.

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university including or supplemented by at least 18 semester units in hospitality, hotel, restaurant management, culinary arts, or closely related fields.  AND Two years of full-time paid experience in coordinating catering events. OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent. College-level course work in hospitality, hotel, restaurant management, culinary arts, or closely related fields is desirable.  AND Four years of full-time paid experience in coordinating catering events. (rev. 11/3/21)

 

Community Services Group

Org Chart - Community Services Group

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

Community Services Manager

 

 

Plans, develops, promotes, implements, manages and evaluates a large diversified community services program which includes recreational, cultural, non-credit educational, and special interest courses, activities, and events for a college.

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university AND Four years of full-time paid experience with a diversified community recreational, cultural, educational or special interest program.  Supervisory experience within this program is desirable.  Special: A valid Class “C” California driver’s license. Travel throughout the District is required. (rev. 1/11/23)

Community Services Specialist

Develops, promotes, implements, directs and evaluates a major community services project or a diversified community services program of limited scope and size.

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university AND two years of full-time paid experience with a community recreational, cultural, educational or special interest program which included participation in program promotion and implementation.  Special: A valid Class “C” California driver's license is required. Travel to locations throughout the District is required. (rev. 1/11/23)

Community Services Assistant

Participates in the development, promotion, administration, and evaluation of community services activities.

An associate in arts degree from a recognized community college AND one year of full-time paid experience with a community recreational, cultural, educational or special interest program. OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience with a community recreational, cultural, educational or special interest program.  Special: A valid Class “C” California driver's license may be required for some positions. Travel to locations throughout the District may be required for some positions. (rev. 1/11/23)

Community Services Aide

Performs a variety of specialized clerical duties such as obtaining relevant student background data, imparting program information, and providing basic information to students and other community members regarding program selection and referral services for community services programs.

Graduation from high school or its equivalent.  Experience: None is required.  One year of full-time paid general clerical experience which included public contact and the use of computer equipment is desirable.  Special: A valid Class “C” California driver's license may be required for some positions. Travel to locations throughout the District may be required. (rev. 1/11/23)

 

Allied Health, Instructional Assistance, Laboratory Technical, Library, and Performing Arts Groups

Org Chart - Allied Health, Instructional Assistance, Laboratory Technical, Library, and Performing Arts Groups

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Patient Care Simulation Technician

Sets up, operates, and manipulates patient care simulators, multimedia, computer and related equipment needed for simulating medical conditions and responses used in nursing and other allied health courses.

Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND One year of full-time, paid experience in the programming, operation, and maintenance of simulation based medical learning systems. OR Successful completion of a patient care simulator training program AND one year of full-time, paid experience in direct patient care. OR Current valid certification in a health-related field such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) AND one year of full-time, paid experience in direct patient care.  Training and/or experience with patient simulation equipment and related multimedia equipment is desirable. OR Any equivalent combination of A. and B. and C. above. Special: Current and valid certifications in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Trauma Life Support are desirable. (rev. 10/12/22)

 

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Instructional Assistant

Assembles materials, supplies and equipment used in demonstrations and classroom assignments; operates and services equipment used in instructional activities; and orders, issues, receives, and stores classroom materials and supplies.

An associate degree or its equivalent, from a recognized college, with a major in the applicable specialty OR graduation from high school and two years of full-time, paid experience in the applicable area. (rev. 4/10/24)

Piano

Accompanist/ Coach

Provides piano accompaniment for music, and dance classes, choral groups, recitals, concerts, and other special events and provides individual coaching outside of class to improve musical skills.
 

Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of paid or unpaid experience accompanying vocal soloists, choral groups, or dancers using a piano. Formal study of the piano may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Special: A valid Class “C” Driver's License may be required for some positions. Travel throughout the District may be required for some positions. (rev. 10/12/22)

Costume Maker

Makes, renovates, alters, and repairs costumes used in a college theater arts program.

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in costume design or a related field. OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND a certificate of completion in costume making from a recognized college or university. OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time, paid experience in making or altering dresses or costumes. (rev. 1/11/23)

Computer Laboratory Assistant

Monitors and maintains one or more open access computer laboratories and assists users with the operation of standard computer software applications and equipment.

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university preferably with a major in computer applications and office technology (CAOT), computer science, computer information technology, or a related field. OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time, paid experience in a computer laboratory with responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day operations and assisting students in the use of standard software applications and computer equipment. (rev. 9/7/22)

Instructional Aide, Liberal Arts

Monitors and maintains one or more instructional learning skills laboratories; assists students in the use of computer software and equipment; and may provide tutorial assistance in fundamental skills required to complete college-level course work.

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time, paid experience in a learning laboratory with responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day operations, assisting students in the use of computer software and equipment, or providing tutorial assistance. (rev. 4/10/19)

Instructional Aide, Vocational Arts

Receives, stores, and issues a wide variety of tools, equipment, materials, and repair parts used by students and instructors and is responsible for the care and maintenance of the tools and equipment in a toolroom and on tool panels located in instructional shop areas.

Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time, paid experience in the operation of a toolroom or parts room.  Experience with the tools and materials used in a variety of trades and crafts is desirable.  A certificate of completion or its equivalent from a recognized college or university in a vocational trade may be substituted for one year of the required experience. (rev. 4/10/19)

 

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Chemistry Laboratory Technician

Prepares and assembles media and equipment used in chemistry experiments and demonstrations; operates and services scientific equipment; assists students and faculty with instructional activities; and orders, issues, receives, and stores laboratory materials and supplies.

An associate degree or its equivalent, from a recognized college or university, with a major in chemistry or a related field.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience as a laboratory technician in a chemical laboratory. (rev. 5/8/19)

Cosmetology Laboratory Technician

Prepares and assembles materials and equipment used in demonstrations and classroom assignments in cosmetology; operates and services equipment; assists students and faculty with instructional activities; and orders, issues, receives, and stores laboratory materials and supplies.

Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND a valid California Cosmetologist License. (rev. 2/14/24)

Electronics Laboratory Technician

Prepares and assembles materials and equipment used in electronics experiments and demonstrations; performs minor maintenance on electronic equipment; assists students and faculty with instructional activities; and orders, issues, receives, and stores electronics materials and supplies.

An associate degree or its equivalent, from a recognized college or university, with a major in electronics or a related field.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience as a technician which involved knowledge of electronic tools, parts, and equipment. (rev. 5/8/19)

Engineering Laboratory Technician

Prepares and assembles materials and equipment used in engineering experiments and demonstrations; operates and services engineering and drafting equipment; assists students and faculty with instructional activities; and orders, issues, receives, and stores laboratory materials and supplies.

An associate degree or its equivalent, from a recognized college or university, with a major in engineering or a related field.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience as a technician which involved familiarity with engineering and drafting equipment and supplies. (rev. 2/14/24)

Life Sciences Laboratory Technician

Prepares and assembles media and equipment used in biological experiments and demonstrations; operates and services scientific equipment; assists students and faculty with instructional activities; and orders, issues, receives, and stores laboratory materials and supplies.

An associate degree or its equivalent, from a recognized college or university, with a major in biological science or a related field.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience as a laboratory technician in a biological laboratory. (rev. 5/8/19)

Physical Sciences Laboratory Technician

Prepares and assembles materials and equipment used in physical science experiments and demonstrations; operates and services scientific equipment; assists students and faculty with instructional activities; and orders, issues, receives, and stores laboratory materials and supplies.

An associate degree or its equivalent, from a recognized college or university, with a major in physics, geology, or a related field.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience as a laboratory technician in a physical science laboratory. (rev. 5/8/19)

 

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Library Technician

Performs technical and specialized clerical duties in one or more assigned functional areas of acquisition, circulation, periodicals, or cataloging in a library or learning resources center.

Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid library clerical experience.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND successful completion of three core courses in library media technology from a recognized college or university AND one year of full-time, paid library clerical experience.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND successful completion of six core courses in library media technology from a recognized college or university. (rev. 10/12/22)

Library Assistant

Performs specialized clerical duties in a library or learning resources center.

 

Graduation from high school or its equivalent.  Experience: None is required.  One year of paid full-time general clerical experience which included use of computer equipment and public contact is desirable. (rev. 10/12/22)

 

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Performing Arts Technician

Coordinates and performs technical work required in the maintenance of a theater, concert hall, or TV and film stage and production areas and assists instructors in conducting technical production classes for theater, TV, film, and broadcast productions/operations or music and dance concerts.

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with a major in theater arts, cinema or television, fine arts, music, or a related field which included coursework in technical theater, cinema or television production, or music technology. OR An associate degree or its equivalent, from a recognized college or university, with a major in theater arts, cinema or television, music, or a related field AND two years of full-time, paid stagecraft or film set experience in two or more of the following areas: prop design, prop construction, set design, set construction, painting, rigging, lighting, sound, and operation and use of stage equipment.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND four years of full-time, paid stagecraft or film set experience in two or more of the following areas: prop design, prop construction, set design, set construction, painting, rigging, lighting, sound, and operation and use of stage equipment.  OR Any equivalent combination of the above. (rev. 6/10/20)

 

Instructional Resource Group

Org Chart - Instructional Resource Group

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Online Multimedia Specialist

Creates instructional multimedia used for online learning management systems, websites, information kiosks, presentations, and/or other materials in support of instructional programs at a college.

 

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in multimedia, information technology, graphic design, or a related field.  AND two years of recent, full-time, paid experience in the creation of multimedia materials.  Experience in the creation of multimedia materials used for online learning management systems such as BlackBoard, Etudes, Canvas, and Moodle, in an educational environment is desirable.  OR An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in multimedia, information technology, graphic design, or a related field.  AND four years of recent, full-time, paid experience in the creation of multimedia materials.  Experience in the creation of multimedia materials used for online learning management systems such as BlackBoard, Etudes, Canvas, and Moodle, in an educational environment is desirable. (rev. 4/6/22)
Supervising Instructional Media Technician

Coordinates, supervises, and participates in the technical work related to the preparation of instructional media materials and the operation, adjustment and maintenance of a variety of instructional media equipment and electronic media systems.

 

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in media arts, broadcasting, cinema, or a related field which included coursework in multimedia technology AND four years of full-time, paid experience in the technical preparation of a wide variety of media materials and the operation and maintenance of a variety of instructional media equipment. Experience in a supervisory capacity and in a smart classroom environment is desirable. OR A bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with a major in media arts, broadcasting, cinema, or a related field which included coursework in multimedia technology AND two years of full-time paid experience in the technical preparation of a wide variety of media materials and the operation and maintenance of a variety of instructional media equipment. Experience in a supervisory capacity and in a smart classroom environment is desirable. OR Any equivalent combination of the above. (rev. 10/12/22)
Projectionist

Sets up, adjusts, operates, tests, and maintains 35mm, 16mm, and other motion picture film projectors, integral parts of projection system, and double system sound dummies.  Sets up and synchronizes any additional audio and/or visual playback machines.

Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND one year of full-time paid experience as a projectionist using 35mm equipment.  Course work in cinema arts is desirable. (rev. 8/14/19)

Graphic Designer

Creates, designs, lays out, and produces printed and digital materials and publications utilizing a wide variety of commercial art media and techniques and applies creative and innovative ways to translate written or verbal ideas or concepts into graphic design work.

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with a major in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field AND two years of recent, full-time, paid experience in commercial graphic design including the use of graphics software.  OR An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field AND four years of recent, full-time, paid experience in commercial graphic design including the use of graphics software.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND six years of recent, full-time, paid experience in commercial graphic design including the use of graphics software. (rev. 8/14/19)

Instructional Media Specialist

Operates, adjusts, and maintains complex instructional media equipment and electronic media systems in a college instructional multi-media center.  Provides technical assistance as an integral member of the college media production team in the development, production, and distribution of instructional media programs.

An Associate of Arts degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a specialization in broadcasting, cinema, photography, instructional media technology or a closely related field AND Three years of experience in the design and production of a wide variety of instructional multi-media aids and operation of photographic, audio, video, and television equipment.  OR A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized four-year college or university with a major in broadcasting, cinema, photography, instructional technology or related field AND One year of experience in the design and production of a wide variety of instructional multi-media aids and operation of photographic, audio, video, and television equipment.  OR Five years of experience in the design and production of a wide variety of instructional multi-media aids and operation of photographic, audio, video, and television equipment. Special:  A valid Class “C” California driver's license may be required for some positions. Travel to locations throughout the District may be required for some positions. (rev. 2/26/13)

Instructional Media Technician

Operates, adjusts, maintains, receives, distributes, and issues a variety of instructional media equipment and provides technical assistance in the preparation of instructional media materials.

High school diploma or its equivalent AND two years of full-time paid experience in the operation or maintenance of a variety of instructional media equipment and in the use of multimedia software.  Experience in a smart classroom environment is desirable. OR An associate’s degree from a recognized college or university with a major in media arts, broadcasting, cinema, television, or a related field which included coursework in multimedia technology. Experience in the operation or maintenance of a variety of instructional media equipment in a smart classroom environment and in the use of multimedia software is desirable. (rev. 10/12/22)

Online Technical Support Assistant

Provides routine technical support and assistance to students, faculty members, and other staff with online courses, learning management systems, and other web-based instruction support at a college.

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a major in computer science information technology (CSIT) or a related field.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND one year of recent, full-time, paid technical support with online learning management systems such as BlackBoard, Etudes, Moodle, and Canvas. (rev. 7/19/23)

Graphic Design Assistant

Assists in the design, layout, and production of printed and digital materials and publications utilizing a variety of commercial art media and techniques.

An associate degree or its equivalent from a recognized college or university with a specialization in graphic design or a related field.  OR Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND two years of recent, full-time, paid experience in commercial graphic design including the use of graphics software. (rev. 6/21/23)

 

Institutional Research Group

Org Chart - Institutional Research Group

Job Classification Definition and Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
Senior Research Analyst

Conducts complex and difficult research studies related to educational programs, planning, and development and supervises the activities of a small research unit.

A doctoral degree from a recognized college or university, preferably with a specialization in social science research, economics, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, or other research-oriented specialization.  OR A master’s degree from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in social science research, economics, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization AND two years of full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a research, analytical, or institutional planning position.  OR   A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in social science research, economics, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization AND four years of full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a research, analytical, or institutional planning position. Special: A valid Class “C” California driver's license is required. Travel to locations throughout the District is required. (rev. 1/9/19)

Research Analyst

Conducts a variety of complex journey-level professional research and technical studies related to educational programs, planning, and development.

A doctoral degree from a recognized college or university with a specialization in social science research, economics, public policy, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, or other research-oriented specialization.  OR A master’s degree from a recognized college or university with a major in social science research, economics, public policy, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization AND one year of full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a research or institutional planning position. OR A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university, preferably a major in social science research, economics, public policy, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization AND three years of full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a research or institutional planning position. Special: A valid Class “C” California driver's license may be required for some positions. Travel to locations throughout the District may be required for some positions. (rev. 11/9/22)

Assistant Research Analyst

Conducts a variety of professional-level research and technical studies of moderate complexity related to educational programs, planning, or development.

A doctoral degree from a recognized college or university with a specialization in social science research, economics, public policy, education, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, or other research-oriented specialization. OR A master’s degree from a recognized college or university with a major in social science research, economics, public policy, education, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization. OR A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university, preferably with a major in social science research, economics, education, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization AND one year of full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a research or institutional planning position.  Special: A valid Class “C” California driver's license may be required for some positions. Travel to locations throughout the District may be required for some positions. (rev. 11/9/22)