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Spokane Community College - Spokane, WA, ( Profile )
Summary
FULL TIME/TENURE TRACK
Review begins November 13, 2009
Spokane Community College seeks qualified candidates for consideration of employment in this annually contracted, tenure track position
- Permanent/Contract Position
- Full-Time
Qualifications
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (Minimum Qualifications)
1. A combination of training and work experience or teaching in Aviation Maintenance, as evidenced through documented records of training programs completed, plus either:
a. Three years of relevant work experience in the field of Aviation Maintenance, or
b. Three years of relevant and recent teaching experience in Aviation Maintenance.
2. Written and oral skills.
3. Current Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant certificates.
4. Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.
5. Acceptance of and willingness to support the role that community colleges serve in higher education, and specifically the mission, values, goals and objectives of the Community Colleges of Spokane.
6. Ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution and the community/technical college system.
7. A demonstrated understanding of and value for the contributions that a diverse workforce can make to the success of both the organization and the students we serve.
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES (Desirable Qualifications)
1. Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance or closely related field from an accredited institution.
2. Five years of recent experience in Aviation Maintenance.
3. Relevant teaching experience.
4. Turbine Experience
5. Transport Category Maintenance Experience
6. FAA Inspection Authorization
7. Avionics/electronics experience
8. Private Pilot Certificate
Duties / Responsibilities
• Prepares for and instructs, through traditional classroom, laboratory, clinical and distance education modes, in the discipline of Aviation Maintenance; Assignments may be at off-campus centers and may also include evening and/or weekend classes.
• Provides availability and accessibility to students for purpose of academic consulting and support, in a manner appropriate to meet student needs, through a combination of scheduled office hours, e-mail accessibility or other effective means of responsive and timely communication;
• Communicates expectations and establishes clear grading criteria through appropriate instructional means, to include but not limited to developing course syllabi, handouts, and materials supporting the instructional process; evaluates student progress and provides clear, timely feedback;
• Participates in district, division, department, or general faculty meetings; in-service training; curriculum development; academic consulting; workshops or seminars; service on district or college councils or committees, or other activities within the scope of the position;
• Complies with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities; Follows established procedures in areas such as printing, turning in grades, bookstore orders, office support, student financial aid requirements, safety and health issues and related administrative processes;
• In addition, faculty may:
o Instruct courses in related disciplines based upon individual qualifications and expertise.
o Supervise paraprofessional employees or direct the work of assigned work-study students.
o Advise student clubs or associations.
Compensation / Benefits
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a full-time, tenure track position with an annual beginning salary of $44,730 - $46,067 for a 175-day contract. (Advancement opportunities exist, based upon professional development performed during course of employment and seniority, to maximum of $69,433). Total compensation: $57,652 - $59,109. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base salary, current CCS benefit contribution rates and median retirement contributions. The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment specifics.
In addition, tenure track faculty have access to the following forms of supplemental compensation, consistent with the provisions of the current collective bargaining agreement between CCS and the Association for Higher Education (AHE) - subject to change through the collective bargaining process: elected department chair stipend ($1,500 to $10,300 annually, dependent upon size of department), club advising stipend ($160 to $1,445 dependent upon activities advised), supplemental (i.e. “moonlighting”) instructional contracts (average of $2,901 per quarter/per assignment and dependent upon workload category), special project stipend (up to $2,000 annually), and summer school assignment ($11,182 to $12,853 for a 100% load and dependent upon salary step placement).
CCS reserves the right to cancel this recruitment without notice. Academic employees are represented by the Association of Higher Education (AHE), which is affiliated with NEA and WEA. AHE membership or payment of representation fee is required. Anticipated date of employment is January 4, 2010.
Application Instructions
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Incomplete applications will not be considered. A complete application consists of the following numbered items:
1. an official application
2. a cover letter addressing your qualifications as applied to the responsibilities of this position
3. a comprehensive resume
4. names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references
5. transcript(s) - copies of transcripts are acceptable at time of application; name of student and institution must be on the transcript
Must request official application (resumes will not substitute for official application) by contacting the Human Resources Office, Community Colleges of Spokane, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., MS 1004, P. O. Box 6000, Spokane WA 99217-6000, hro@ccs.spokane.edu or visit our Website at: http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/files/forms/District/16011609.pdf. Phone: (509) 434-5040; for 24 hr. employment and job status line (509) 434-5050.
Person(s) with a disability may request special accommodations for receiving and completing the application process to include; materials in large print, audio tapes explaining application information, interpreters for the hearing impaired, or special interview arrangements. Requests for these services may be made on an individual basis by calling (509) 434-5040.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE
Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. However, the screening committee for this position will begin reviewing applications on November 13, 2009. Applications are encouraged prior to that time to ensure consideration.
All application materials submitted become property of the Community Colleges of Spokane. Personal copies need to be made prior to submitting application materials to the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office does not provide copying services.
Direct Employment Inquiries to:
Spokane Community College
501 N. Riverpoint Blvd.
MS 1004, P. O. Box 6000
Spokane,WA,US
This job listing was posted on 2009-10-26.
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