College Laboratory Asst 2 - Cosmetology Lab Assistant

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Working Title:

Institution:

Minnesota State Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

College Laboratory Asst 2

Bargaining Unit / Union:

207: AFSCME - Technical

City:

MSTA - Wadena Campus

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Part time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$21.89 - $31.44

Join Us at M State

Where your work helps create a success story for every student.

Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) is seeking passionate, talented professionals to join our learning‑centered community. Whether you are an educator, administrator, or staff professional, your work at M State will directly support students as they shape their futures and will strengthen the communities we serve.

With four welcoming campuses in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead, and Wadena, M State combines big‑college opportunities with a small‑college feel, offering nationally accredited programs, flexible learning options, and a deeply student‑focused culture.

Why Work at M State?

At M State, we are all in on student success.

Our work is guided by shared values of:

Integrity – As dedicated professionals, we act with purpose in everything we do. We are sincere and honest in our relationships and communications, and hold ourselves accountable to doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
Inclusion – We welcome, respect and accept people for who they are and celebrate the power of our collective differences in creating and shaping more robust, energized communities.
Innovation – Through the power of our four campuses, strategic partnerships and creative problem-solving, we enhance communities. We incorporate technology to improve student experience, and we see continuous improvement as a constant.

Together, these values support our vision: A success story for every student.

Position Overview

M State is accepting applications for an Cosmetology Laboratory Assistant. This position is located on the Wadena campus.

This position exists to provide support to the Cosmetology faculty directly related to learning, reinforcement, or guiding new technical skills to students in the Cosmetology, Nail Technician, and Esthetician programs in the clinical salon.

This position is designed to provide daily supervision, demonstration, tutoring, and perform other related work as required in order to ensure the safety of students and clients.

Customer Service.

On a daily basis, live the mission, vision and values of M State to ensure a positive experience for all students and stakeholders. Service to M State students and stakeholders is a core component of the position and work responsibilities.

Skills Orientation and Safety. Provide students or student groups’ orientation on tools, equipment, materials, or supplies. Demonstrate the proper and safe use or necessary steps to complete a task when using lab tools, equipment, materials, or supplies to ensure student and client safety and avoid equipment mishandling

Support & Training. Assist or tutor students in order to answer questions by providing examples to clarify the tasks, drilling the students on concepts or rules, suggesting alternative methods or techniques to problem solving.

Supervision Monitor student progress as requested by faculty by proctoring placement and progress tests, and observing students’ work. Supervise student performance on a daily basis.

Lab Equipment (safety & preparation). Preparation: Prepare the lab so that supplies and equipment are ready for student laboratory work. Discuss the requirements for each lab set up with the instructor(s) in advance. Security & Safety: Oversee the security of the lab so that equipment and materials are used properly and kept safe. Keep records of equipment used in the lab. Monitor consumption of supplies by students. Protect equipment and supplies from use by unauthorized persons, implement procedures which provide for the security of the lab and students’ work. Regularly conduct tests of the working condition of the equipment. With appropriate supervision perform repair and maintenance of lab equipment to ensure that it is fully operational and safe to use. Order major repair service from vendors.

Monitor and maintain supplies. Regularly inventory supplies and equipment on hand. Discuss supply and equipment needs with instructor(s). Ensure that sufficient quantities of supplies are available and prepared to perform proper skills for demonstrations, student practices, and tests.

Support for campus and college operations. Recognition of broad and varied professional responsibilities which include but are not limited to support for campus and college operations, such as: front desk coverage, registration events, Spartan Welcome Days, Commencement, this is not an exhaustive list. Support the operation of college and campus Student Services operational area(s). Serve on campus, college and community committees as assigned, approved and appropriate that seek to enhance the student experience. Other related duties as assigned by the Dean for the School of Health Sciences, Human Services, and Nursing.

Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner. Assist faculty in the advising and enrollment of prospective and current students. Assist faculty in the assignment of clients and/or appointments to ensure students are meeting skill requirements.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

Post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure in Cosmetology, OR
6 months of teaching/tutoring experience in cosmetology at the high school level or above, OR
2 years of work experience in cosmetology where no degree/certificate/diploma/licensure is required, OR
An equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Customer service skills are sufficient to actively listen to and understand customer needs and provide accurate information and appropriate alternatives in a timely, thorough, courteous, respectful, and professional manner.
Salon Manager’s License from Minnesota Board of Cosmetology Examiners or 3 or more years full-time industry experience as a licensed cosmetologist.

Knowledge of

The particular subject matter presented within the college lab sufficient to respond to conceptual questions raised by students.
Laboratory equipment sufficient to instruct others in its proper use and to perform routine maintenance.
Lab practices, techniques and safety standards sufficient to determine the physical layout of a lab and to prepare various lab materials and experiments.

Ability to

Communicate orally with students and instructors through short lectures, demonstrations, or discussions.
Plan, assign, and evaluate the work of student assistants in the performance of routine lab work.
Develop and maintain lab records and reports.
Analyze instructional lab practices and experiments and develop and recommend changes or new approaches to instructors.
Observe the progress of the student and prepare written and verbal evaluations to the student's instructor.

Physical Qualifications

Ability to perform program-related skills, communicate with others and understand information, and maintain a stationary position for long periods of time.
Ability to transport supplies of at least 15 lbs.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Fall semester, 8-4:30, M-F & 40 hours per week for 8 weeks. After 8 weeks, the position is not scheduled to work. Spring semester, 8-4:30, M-F & 40 hours per week for 8 weeks. After 8 weeks, the position is not scheduled to work until the summer. Summer hours will vary (10-20 hrs/wk)

Application Procedure

To apply, submit a letter of interest, resume, three professional references, and any applicable transcripts by 12:01 a.m. on July 7th, 2026. Internal applicants need to apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday.

NOTICE: The college regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Salary

This is the correct salary range for this position, disregard the full range listed by this website: $22.27 - $31.12 per hour or $46,500 - $64,979 annually.

Questions About the Position? Contact Megan Zacher, M State’s Staff Recruiter, at Megan.Zacher@minnesota.edu

About

M State is a regional student-focused institution that is poised for a strong future. It is the sixth-largest outstate college in the Minnesota State system and the largest two-year college in Greater Minnesota, serving more than 10,500 students in credit and non-credit courses each year. M State offers big-college resources and a small-college feel on our four welcoming campuses and in our many online courses and programs. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to the values of integrity, inclusion and innovation, and that dedication is reflected in our programs and in the support we offer to our students.

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.

Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to the college’s Title IX Coordinator and/or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights. The Title IX office is located on Moorhead’s campus, but it travels and serves all 4 campuses.

Elise Sturdivant
Title IX Coordinator
Office D120g

1900 28th Ave S
Moorhead, MN 56560
(218) 299.6853 | Elise.Sturdivant@minnesota.edu | titleix@minnesota.edu

If you need accommodations to take part in the application process, please contact Human Resources at (218) 736-1512. For more information regarding M State, refer to our website at: www.minnesota.edu. Minnesota State Community and Technical College, a member of the Minnesota State system, is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer.

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.

This vacancy notice may be removed at any time for any reason.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

07-30-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

06-18-2026

Close Date:

07-07-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Megan Ann Zacher

Posting Contact Email:

megan.zacher@minnesota.edu