Mission & Vision Statement
• Our Mission
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Our mission is to support all students in achieving their educational goals in an environment of academic excellence. Specifically, we are committed to providing quality education, services, and workforce training so that students become productive members of a diverse, sustainable, global society. We pledge to prepare students for lifelong learning through the mastery of basic skills, the achievement of associate degrees and certificates, and the completion of career and transfer pathways. We will carry out this commitment by providing an engaging and supportive teaching and learning environment for students of diverse origins, experiences, needs, abilities, and goals. We are dedicated to serving our community through improving economic achievement, advancing civic engagement, enhancing personal well-being, promoting critical thinking, and enriching aesthetic and cultural experiences.
• Our Vision:
We strive to be regarded as one of the premier community colleges in the nation. We will be viewed as a leader in community college teaching, programs, and services. As a premier community college, we will provide access to quality educational programs and services, focusing on student success within a climate of integrity and respect. We will earn this reputation by consistently exceeding the expectations of our students, our staff, and our community.
Demographics
We recruit and retain quality employees who are reflective of our students and the community we serve, in addition to providing all personnel with equity and diversity training. Our institution serves over 66,446 students based on the 2022-2023 academic year.
• Student Population:
• **By Race/Ethnicity:** 57.02% Latinx, 9.33% White, 19.36% Asian, 2.82% Filipino, 0.23% Pacific Islander, 3.33% Black/African American, 0.28% American Indian/Alaskan Native, 2.02% two or more races, 5.61% unknown.
• **By Gender:** 54.35% Female, 42.91% Male, 0.47% Non-Binary, 2.27% unspecified.
• **By Age:** 46.03% ages 19 or younger, 20.37% ages 20-24, 9.05% ages 25-29, 5.64% ages 30-34, 3.87% ages 35-39, 5.04% ages 40-49, 10% ages 50 and older.
• Employee Population:
• **By Race/Ethnicity:** 37% Latinx, 29% White, 15% Asian, 6% Black/African American, 1% Middle Eastern or North African, 1% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, 2% Two or More Races, 9% unknown.
• **By Gender:** 56.47% Female, 42.19% Male, 1.34% Non-Binary.
• **By Age:** 3.94% ages 20-29, 19.46% ages 30-39, 30.21% ages 40-49, 46.39% ages 50 and older.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from ethnic and racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and Vietnam-era veterans. No person shall be denied employment because of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex (gender), age, sexual orientation, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics.
Salary
$93 per hour (based on lecture hour equivalent)
Overview
This is a temporary, hourly as-needed position without permanent status. This is a continuous recruitment for an applicant pool to fill part-time, temporary, hourly assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or divisions will refer to the pool of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview.
Minimum Qualifications
• The minimum of one of the following awarded/conferred from a regionally accredited institution:
• Any Bachelor’s degree and two (2) full-time equivalent years of professional experience directly related to the faculty member’s teaching assignment; OR
• Any Associate’s degree and six (6) full-time equivalent years of professional experience directly related to the faculty member’s teaching assignment; OR
• The equivalent (must request an equivalency review in the application); OR
• California Community College credential, Valid for Life (no longer issued), authorizing service as an instructor in the appropriate discipline; refer to Ed Code 87355 (If meeting qualifications with this credential, a copy of the valid lifetime credential must be submitted with the application).
• Commitment to the community college goals/objectives of providing quality programs and services for students with diverse abilities and interests; personal qualities to work effectively and sensitively in a multicultural environment; awareness and commitment to the special needs of non-traditional students.
Preferred Qualifications
• Communicate effectively to students orally and in writing.
• FAA Remote Pilot Certification.
• Professional Unmanned Aircraft Systems experience (drones).
• FAA Certification as a Basic Ground Instructor, or Advanced Ground Instructor, or Certified Flight Instructor.
• No history of FAA certificate actions or FAA enforcement actions.
• College-level teaching experience.
• Evidence of awareness of the racial, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.
License(s) & Other Requirements
This position may periodically be required to get to a variety of locations. If operating a vehicle, employees must have the ability to secure and maintain a valid California driver’s license.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Teach college-level aeronautics courses such as basic and advanced unmanned aircraft system courses (drones).
• Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through informed instructional methods.
• Maintain current knowledge of the aviation discipline and of educational methodologies.
• Participate in curriculum development, program advisory committees, learning outcome development, and assessments.
• Perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with college responsibilities.
• Collaborate effectively with other faculty, staff, and administrators to plan, develop, and execute related programs.
• Conduct office hours, complete paperwork, and respond to emails on a timely basis.
• Assignments may include late afternoons, weekends, and evening hours.
Equivalencies
Candidates not holding the stated required qualifications who are requesting consideration based on an equivalency will need to answer the equivalency questions included in the application.
Application Procedure
Complete Application Packets Will Be Accepted Until The Position Is Filled. Applicants Must Submit All Of The Following Materials Online, Unless Otherwise Noted, At The College’s Employment Website To Be Considered For This Position
• A detailed résumé that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position.
• A cover letter describing how the applicant meets the required education and experience.
• If applicable, college and/or university transcripts showing the awarded/conferred degree are required and must be submitted with the online application by all applicants, including current or former employees of the college, to demonstrate that the required educational qualifications are met. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application; however, copies of diplomas are not accepted in lieu of transcripts.
Foreign Transcripts
Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the filing deadline. Accredited evaluation agencies can be found on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Website.
Selection Procedure
A committee will evaluate applications, taking into account breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities, and other job-related criteria as listed in the job posting. Interviews may include a writing sample, presentation, teaching demonstration, and/or performance test.
Conditions of Employment
The person holding this position is required to be present on the college’s campus to perform all essential duties and responsibilities. Official offers of employment are made by the college’s Human Resources and are made contingent upon Board approval. It is also required that a final offer of employment will only be made after the candidate has successfully been live-scanned and clearance for employment is authorized by Human Resources. Costs for live-scan services shall be borne by the candidate.
Notice To All Prospective Employees
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Administrative Procedure 3518, titled Child Abuse Reporting, as a condition of employment. As required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the college’s Annual Security Report is available here: [College Annual Security Report]. The person holding this position is considered a Responsible Employee under Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 and is required to report to the College’s Title IX Coordinator all relevant details reported to him or her about an incident of alleged sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, and stalking.
Conflict of Interest
College employees and the Board of Trustees members shall not engage in any employment or activity that is inconsistent with, incompatible with, or in conflict with the college’s Administrative Procedures (AP 2710 Conflict of Interest, AP 2712 Conflict of Interest Codes).
District Rights
We reserve the right to re-open, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application!
Employment Type: Full-Time
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