Assistant Professor of Surgical Technology, Provisional Faculty Salary $57,000.00 - $62,000.00 Annually
Location: Auraria Campus, CO Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2020-00875 Division: Academic Affairs Department: Surgical Technology Opening Date: January 14, 2026
Position Type: Faculty
Description: Benefits Applications received by January 31, 2026, will receive priority consideration. However, we encourage all interested candidates to apply, as the position will remain open until filled.
The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The full-time Surgical Technology faculty position is a full-time, 9-month position with option to teach summer courses for additional compensation. This position collaborates with the Program Chair in the planning, coordination, and management of the Surgical Technology program, ensuring its alignment with industry standards and continued success. The Surgical Technology Assistant Professor delivers comprehensive instruction to both junior and senior students, providing high-quality education in clinical settings, labs, and classrooms, including online formats when appropriate. This faculty member demonstrates expertise in surgical technology procedures and fosters effective communication with students, staff, clinical partners, and peers. In addition to teaching, the role plays a critical part in developing and refining course curricula, implementing program initiatives, and contributing to the growth and success of the Surgical Technology program through thoughtful program management and administrative support. Faculty may need to teach at a variety of times (days, evenings, some weekends).
Duties and Responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES
• The Surgical Technology Faculty is responsible for didactic, lab, and clinical instruction, applying advanced expertise in surgical practices. • The position is also responsible for mentoring and supporting diverse student populations in their growth and education. • The faculty member will engage students through a variety of instructional methods, including traditional, nontraditional, and innovative approaches, fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. • The curriculum focuses on building student competencies in surgical techniques, patient safety, ethical standards, and professionalism, ensuring that students are well-prepared to succeed as skilled surgical technologists in clinical settings.
Instruction Deliver assigned courses using up-to-date educational methodologies. Develop course offerings and class schedules that align with program requirements and address student needs, ensuring the efficient and effective use of instructional resources. Collaborate with the Program Chair to plan, implement, and assess annual program goals, objectives, and activities, ensuring alignment with the needs of the program, department, center, and College to enhance overall performance. Foster communication and maintain positive relationships with full-time, part-time, and preceptor faculty, as well as designated hospital personnel. Assist in managing and maintaining all required student and program records. Support the Program Chair in ensuring that the program and curriculum fully comply with accreditation, certification, and other standards set by relevant external agencies. Collaborate with the Program Chair to develop, review, revise, and assess program curriculum and instruction, promoting innovation in curricular and instructional design. Assist with establishing partnerships with medical facilities to create clinical placement opportunities for surgical technology students.
Service to the College Represent the program, the Center, and the College in professional activities and community events. Take on additional responsibilities and perform other tasks as assigned by the Chair, Dean, Provost, and President of CCD. Participate in advisory board meetings. Build and sustain strong relationships with businesses, industries, medical facilities, and other community organizations relevant to the program and its graduates.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: (Minimum/Required) Graduate of an educational program in Surgical Technology accredited by National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
Experience: (Minimum/Required) Two (2) years (4000 hours) of full-time experience as a Surgical Technologist within the last 5 years.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: (Minimum/Required) • Proficient in all aspects of operating room procedures relevant to Surgical Technology. • Experience in classroom instruction and curriculum development. • Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations. • Knowledgeable in sterile techniques and emergency protocols. • Proficient in using Microsoft Office, D2L or other Learning Management Systems, and other necessary software tools.
Licensure/Certification: (Minimum/Required) • Hold a credential in surgical technology through a national certification program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). • Must have a current CTE credential or the ability to obtain one. For information on how to obtain a CTE credential, please visit this site: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/licensure_cteapp
Preferred Qualifications
Education: (Preferred) An associate degree in Surgical Technology.
SELECTION PROCESS
Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate. Completed application packet includes:
All candidates, including current Community College of Denver employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all materials listed above. Only completed application packets will move forward for screening. Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Selected applicants will be invited by the screening committee for interviews.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes:
Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.
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Non-Classified Benefit-Eligible Employees Benefits for administrative, professional and technical (APT) staff and faculty are administered through the SBCCOE Trust. Effective July 1, 2015, employees in APT and faculty positions that are budgeted at .75 FTE or more are eligible for benefits beginning on their date of hire. Information regarding benefits can be found at CCCS Employee Benefits. Additional information regarding leave accruals can be found in Board Policy 3-60.
We encourage lifelong learning; non-classified employees are also eligible for tuition reimbursement.
Retirement CCD and most employment categories contribute to Colorado PERA, which provides retirement and other benefits to employees of more than 500 government agencies and public entities in the state of Colorado. PERA is the 21st largest public pension plan in the United States. PERA is a substitute for Social Security; CCD employees do not contribute to Social Security. PERA eligible employees are required to contribute a fixed percentage of their salary to the pension. Student employees are not eligible to participate in PERA.
CCD and the State of Colorado offer three tax-deferred investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans.
Employer Community College of Denver (CO) Address: 855 Lawrence Parkway Suite 565 Denver, Colorado, 80204 Website: http://www.ccd.edu
Community College of Denver’s educational programs are designed to enrich the social, civic, and economic fabric of our community, nation, and world. Through innovation, open exploration of ideas, and preparation of a well-trained workforce, CCD supports a vibrant local economy. Programs and strategies that promote access—as well as academic and personal success for underserved students—are the foundation of CCD operations.
We are dedicated to expanding access, particularly for underserved first-generation and minority students. Nearly 50 percent of our students are first-generation and over 60 percent qualify for financial aid. The student experience on campus is one of support, access, and a growing student success.
As the only community college in the city and county of Denver, the College is surrounded by history, arts, sports, and culture. Situated along the west bank of Cherry Creek, CCD is also the only community college in the nation to share a campus with two four-year universities—Metropolitan State University of Denver and University of Colorado Denver. Together the three institutions share classroom buildings, a fully-accessible health center, a regional library, recreational facilities, a performing arts center, and a student union.
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