Position Details Position Information Position TitlePart Time Instructor Veterinary Technician Program POOLClassification TitlePart Time InstructorHourly rate Stipend or Load Unit752 per load unitClose DateOpen Until FilledYesOpen Until Filled NotesOpen for the 2526 Academic Year starting Fall 2025Position TypeEmployee ClassPart-Time InstructorInstructor StatusThis is a part-time instructor position non-represented and non-benefited.Overtime EligibleExemptFLSA StatusLearned ProfessionalCampus LocationRedmondPrimary PurposeTo provide instruction or lab instructional support within the veterinarian technician program in accordance with the standards established by the American Veterinary Medical Association. To support the Veterinary Technician Programs growth as it begins annual enrollment.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide instruction for program courses involving lecture only or lecture and laboratory settings in a collegial environment along with full time tenure track faculty members and part-time faculty members.Prepare laboratory environments for instruction by assembling and maintaining necessary resources with the aid of a laboratory assistant or other faculty memberRemain current in the field of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Technician andor Veterinary Technician Education through a variety of professional activities and by staying current on State Licensure.Demonstrate a potential for excellent classroom and lab instruction using the provided curriculum. Support and guidance will be provided by the Program Director and Full-Time Faculty.Maintain grade records of completion of essential skills completed by students inputting data or otherwise retaining information regarding students and their progress in meeting instructional goals utilizing Canvas learning management software and other resources provided.Hold at least one scheduled office hour per class per week for student help sessions and program assistance.Perform other essential job functions as assigned.Department SpecificProvide instruction guidance and assessment in lecture - laboratory settings within the Veterinary Technician Program. This position will include didactic instruction in the classroom. Courses that may be taught include but are not limited to Animal Hospital and Office Procedures Anatomy and Physiology I and II Radiation Safety Veterinary Microbiology Parasitology and Pathology Exotic and Lab Animal Pharmaceutical Math Diagnostic Imaging and Animal Nutrition. Part time instruction requires approximately 25 contact hours per month. This a cohort program with up to 24 students enrolled at the beginning of each Fall Term.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesIndividuals must possess the following knowledge skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions 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 the field of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Technician andor Veterinary Technician Training and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.Desire to advocate for all species and work with the species referenced in the classwork or lab large small exotics lab birds etc..Knowledge of and vision of the Certified Veterinary Technicians role in the veterinary profession.Experience working with Certified Veterinary Technicians in a clinical research andor academic setting.Visual ability corrected to enable instructors to observe direct and supervise students in laboratory situations.Ability to effectively use Microsoft platform desktop computer and various software including Microsoft Office and Outlook with potential to learn Canvas learning management system.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.Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students faculty and staff and the willingness to work as a member of a team.Excellent oral written and electronic communication skills.Ability to review understand and apply concepts presented in training programs conferences andor professional literature.Ability to work with faculty and other COCC staffs at all levels.Willingness to travel andor teach at various hours and locations as required.Ergonomic RequirementsWork is performed in a classroom laboratory and office environment using computers white boards projectors veterinary equipment and other basic office equipment. The employee is regularly required 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 telephonic conversations. Must be able to kneel stoop crawl and crouch. Physical movements may involve lifting objects up to 40lbs. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodationMinimum RequirementsCurrent Oregon License as a Veterinarian or Certified Veterinary Technician by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board by the time of hire.Veterinary Technician applicants must have an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology or Veterinary Technician from an accredited institution have passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam VTNE and be a credentialed Veterinary Technician.Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a licensed Veterinarian or Certified Veterinary Technician with the handling and management of animals.Equivalency StatementThe 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 QualificationsPrevious teaching experience at the post-secondary level and current knowledge of educational theory and methodology.Bachelors degree in Science or EducationDemonstrated ability to work with community Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians.Knowledge of teaching and instruction of adult learners various audiences and group dynamics.Experience in curriculum development at the post-secondary levels.Familiarity with and ability to operate or oversee the operation of audio-visual equipment including overhead projectors film sound systems video television interactive video and audio equipment including computer controlled mixed media presentations.EEO StatementThe 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 pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes 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 QuestionsRequired 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 ProgressBachelors Degree Masters Degree In ProgressMasters Degree Ph.D. in ProgressPh.D.J.D.M.D.Other Doctorate Level Degree Do you have either a current Oregon License Veterinarian or Certified Veterinary Technician by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board or will by the time of hire Open Ended Question The College recognizes the value of skills knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education andor 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 feel your educationexperience should be considered equivalent. I meet all minimum requirements education and experience listed for this position.I do not meet the minimum education degree requirements. For example the position requires a Bachelors degree I have an Associates degree.My degree is not in the required stated areas. For example the position requires a Bachelors degree in Accounting I have a Bachelors degree in another area.I have less than the minimum years experience in the areas required. As a follow up to the previous question explain how your educationexperience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements please put NA. 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 Open Ended Question 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. 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 YesNo 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 veteranNo 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 requirementspreferences of this position. Open Ended Question 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 requestedNo I will not provide my consent when requestedApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeVitaeCover LetterCollege Transcript 1 unofficialLicense or CertificationOptional DocumentsUS Military DD 214