Position Details Position Information Position Title: Part-Time Instructor Engineering POOL Classification: Title F3 Hourly rate: Stipend or Load Unit: 752LU Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes Open Until Filled Notes Open for 2025-26 academic year
Position Type: Employee Class: Part-Time Instructor Instructor Status: This is a part-time instructor position non-represented and non-benefited. Overtime Eligible Exempt FLSA Status Learned Professional Campus Location: Bend Primary Purpose To provide instruction in a range of engineering courses in support of engineering transfer programs. To participate in the design and delivery of courses for the transfer engineering program. Regular teaching assignments may include courses on and off campus and/or online delivered synchronously or asynchronously.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide instruction in Engineering to include teaching Dynamics and/or Electrical Fundamentals using approved course outcome guides. Teaching assignments may be during the day including early morning, evening, or weekend and could include classes taught at any of the College campuses online or remotely. Hold one office hour per week for each course that you teach for student help sessions and program assistance. Engage in regular professional growth activities remain current in the field and maintain current credentials or licensures as required by the program. Perform other essential job functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job with or without reasonable accommodation using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies. Thorough knowledge in engineering and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge. Ability to adapt and use a variety of teaching and assessment techniques including the use of technology to enhance student success. Ability to observe direct and oversee students ensuring safety in the classroom or laboratory. Ability to work with and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles. Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office suite, various course management systems, technology to teach traditional hybrid or online courses, and other technology used in the instruction setting. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students, staff, and community members. Ability to provide services to students in a manner which does not discriminate as to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual preference, or marital status. Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and campus locations as required. Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and the willingness to work as a member of a team with faculty. Excellent oral, written, and electronic communication skills.
Ergonomic Requirements Work is performed in classroom and office environments with the ability to sit or stand at workstation for extended periods. The employee is regularly required to use computers, whiteboards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and requires near visual acuity to write, read written materials, and computer screens, and sufficient hearing and speech ability for ordinary conversations. Computer screen is used frequently. Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. Travel throughout the College district as needed. A flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends, may be necessary due to the nature of the position responsibilities. The employee is required to meet physical and ergonomic requirements of the program area, which may vary from positions. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. All individuals are required to be able to perform these movements with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Requirements Masters degree in Engineering or closely related field. Demonstrated excellence in teaching or evidence for the potential for excellence in teaching. Coursework and teaching experience in teaching lower division engineering coursework.
Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
Preferred Qualifications Coursework and teaching experience in lower division engineering at a community college.
EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff, and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran, or military status, in any education program activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211. This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3. In support of COCCs EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.
What is your highest level of education? No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Professional Certification or License not a degree Associates Degree Bachelors Degree in Progress Bachelors Degree Masters Degree In Progress Masters Degree Ph.D. in Progress Ph.D. J.D. M.D. Other Doctorate Level Degree We recognize the value of skills, knowledge, and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education and/or experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable boxes below and explain in the next question why your education/experience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.
I meet all minimum requirements, education, and experience listed for this position. I do not meet the minimum education degree requirements. My degree is not in the required stated areas. I have less than the minimum years of experience in the areas required.
As a follow-up to the previous question, explain how your education/experience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements, please put NA. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.
Open-Ended Question In support of COCCs commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus. Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent, read, and write.
COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position? Yes No
The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered, applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States, be able to arrive in the country, and maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support. Are you currently or will you be authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date? Yes I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date. No
Are you a U.S. military veteran? COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 and 215, 215 if applicable, or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the documents in the next step of this application process. Yes I am a veteran No I am not a veteran
If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215, if applicable, forms as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position.
Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCCs criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual Section HR-2-1.
Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College. Yes I will provide my consent when requested No I will not provide my consent when requested
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