Friday, January 22, 2016

FT Renewable, College of the Desert, CA

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/collegeofthedesert/jobs/1331835/instructor-physics
Description
  • Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the vision, mission, and values of the community college district.
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Classroom environment and faculty office environment.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Faculty Bargaining Unit Position
Salary Placement is according to the Full time Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Minimum Master level starting rate is $59,929.61 for an annual 10-month assignment. Maximum starting salary with Phd and significant instructional experience is $76,469.41 for a 10-month annual assignment. This is a 10 month per year full-time tenure-track position.  For more information on salary placement please see the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Salary Schedule.
Examples of Duties
A. Classroom responsibilities
1. Meet classes/laboratories on day and times assigned.
2. Develop and implement instruction for each class/laboratory period which is consistent with the official course outline.
3. Develop and distribute the first week of class, a written syllabus for each course to communicate to students course objectives, grading criteria and classroom policies.
4. Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws.
5. Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner.
6. Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate.
7. Supervise student in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructors load.
8. Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours.
B.  Evaluation of Students
1. Evaluate students' progress toward meeting course objectives; advise the students of course objectives, methods of evaluation and the results of the evaluation.
2. Return assignments and examination results in a timely fashion.
3. Assign grades to students in the manner provided by District policy and administrative procedure and prescribed by the Education Code and Title V regulations for the State of California.
4. Participate in the credit by examination program where applicable.
5. Submit required administrative paperwork, including grade report forms, in a timely and accurate manner.
C. Curriculum
1. Participate in the development and review of curriculum as needed.
2. Participate in the development of alternative teaching modalities.
D. Student Advising
1. Advise enrolled students on such matters as:
a. Course content, scope and meaning.
b. Major course requirements for the degree or certificate.
c. Learning skills
d. Collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the courses or subject field.
e. Career alternative/opportunities related to the subject field.
2. Participate as a Faculty Advisor to student organizations or clubs.
E. Professional Development
1. Participate in required professional development activities.
2. Continue to develop professional skills and knowledge.
3. Participate in planning staff development programs.
4. Participate in institutional research activities and grants.
5. Attend/participate in professional conferences, seminars or meetings.
F. Additional Responsibilities
1. Schedule, announce to students in all classes, and maintain office hours.
2. Attend and participate in department/center meetings.
3. Attend commencement ceremony.
4. Participate in the process of Shared Governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department, division, college and/or district level, or participate in other significant non-classroom college, district or community activities.
5. Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures.
6. Participate in supervision of student assistants and paraprofessionals.
7. Participate in articulation activities and the coordination of inter-divisional and intra-divisional learning activities.
8. Abide by departmental regulations concerning the proper use, care and security of equipment.
9. Advise administration of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions.
10. Participate in advisory committee meetings as required.
11. Consult with management on personnel needs; assist with position announcements, recruitment and screening/interviewing committees.
12. Participate in the tenure review process as assigned.
13. Participate in the evaluation of regular faculty and adjunct faculty as assigned.
14. Participate in mentoring of new faculty as assigned.
15. Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement.

16. Order lab equipment and supplies.

17. Work with laboratory technician to evaluate laboratory equipment needs and determine items to order.

18. Assist with determining expenditures and maintaining Physics budget.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics OR bachelor's in physics or astronomy AND master's in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics OR the equivalent.
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
If you do not clearly meet the minimum qualifications as they are defined, you must submit an equivalency request form along with your application materials.  Equivalency Request
Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency be uploaded with the foreign transcripts.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Interest and experience in teaching Engineering and/or Engineering Physics.
Supplemental Information
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:
  1. Resume
  2. Statement/Cover Letter (See instructions below)
  3. List of References (See instructions below)
  4. Transcripts (official or unofficial) must show name of institution, degree, discipline and date awarded  
COVER LETTER / STATEMENT:
For consideration please attach a maximum three-page statement/letter of introduction addressing why you are interested in the position, how you meet the minimum qualifications, required qualifications, and desirable qualifications, and provide evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

LIST OF REFERENCES:  
The List of References should include at least two current or previous supervisors, two faculty members, and two other references not related to the applicant (including classified support staff).  Please include names, addresses, e-mail addresses and current telephone numbers.  Applicants from sectors other than higher education should submit comparable references.
Agency
College of the Desert, Desert Community College District
Address
43-500 Monterey Ave

Palm Desert, California, 92260.
Phone
760.773.2529