Assistant Professor, History

Closing Date:

02/23/2015

Open Until Filled

No

Classification Title

History: Contract Instructor-College Credit

Working Title

Assistant Professor, History

Location

Mesa College

Pay Information

The salary range for this Assistant Professor level position is $5,389.42 – $7,068.05 per month. Note that all new faculty hired by the SDCCD start at the Assistant Professor level. The highest monthly base starting salary would be $7,068.05 with a PhD and 1 year full-time prior teaching experience. Overload assignments are paid based on contract parity using the Adjunct/Overload College Classroom and Non-Classroom, Schedules B and C. Salary placement is based solely upon education and experience as outlined in the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement, and it is non-negotiable. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code §87815, any required adjustment will be made on the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, will be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). Assistant Professors may earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor.

With promotions through Associate and Professor levels based upon mastery in the field, teaching of that knowledge, a PhD or equivalent, successful evaluations and tenure track experience, the top range would be $11,086.15. For further information, please visit the SDCCD Employment Web Page which provides a link to AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement and more information about terms and conditions of employment which includes salary, benefits and comprehensive rules for salary placement and advancement.

Position Equivalent FTE:

1.00

Job Duration

10

Position Number:

002468 / 002866

FLSA Status

Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

Bargaining Unit

AFT/College Faculty

Range

(na)

Position Type

Academic

The Position

Note from Mesa President Pamela Luster: San Diego Mesa College seeks energetic and dedicated candidates to apply for faculty positions. The college is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff and students. As the largest college in the San Diego Community College District, the institution enjoys a solid financial standing, and has prioritized resources to hire new faculty, support professional development and encourage teaching innovation. Celebrating our 50th Anniversary in 2014, we are building a solid foundation for the next 50 years by adding new faculty who alongside our stellar current faculty will lead us into the future. If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, I encourage you to file an application for employment expressing your interest.

Applications are now being accepted for two positions of Assistant Professor, History, beginning Fall 2015 (August 17, 2015) at San Diego Mesa College. Interviews will tentatively occur between April 9 and April 13, 2015. While the current vacancies are at Mesa College, applicants should understand that they are subject to any District facility at the option of the Chancellor.

Major Responsibilities

Primary responsibility for the first position is the teaching of United States colonial and early national history, though the ability to also teach post-1877 U.S. history is desired. Primary responsibility for the second position is the teaching of United States history since 1877, though the ability to also teach pre-1877 U.S. history is desired. Depending upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidates and the needs of the Department, other responsibilities may include teaching courses in Women’s History (U.S.), Native American History, and/or U.S. History from the Asian American Perspective. Each assignment will be for 15 class hours per week, and may include day, evening and Saturday classes. Additional responsibilities of Mesa College tenured/tenure-track faculty include maintaining regular office hours for student advisement, curriculum review and development, serving on College and District committees, and participating in various departmental and college activities.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Degrees must be from regionally accredited institutions.

1. Master’s degree in History; OR,

2. Bachelor’s degree in History AND Master’s degree in Political Science, Humanities, Geography, Area Studies, Women’s Studies, Social Science, or Ethnic Studies; OR,

3. Possession of a California Community College Instructor Credential (valid for life) in History; OR,

4. The equivalent.

Desired Qualifications

DESIRED QUALIFICATION

Ph.D.in History from a regionally accredited institution.

The successful candidate should demonstrate evidence of:

• Historiographical and subject matter competency.

• Completion of appropriate graduate level coursework in History.

• Ability to teach effectively by demonstrating a working knowledge of learning styles and teaching techniques.

• Recent teaching experience in United States History at the lower-division college level and the ability to fairly and effectively evaluate student performance.

• Experience in the development and/or review of courses and curriculum.

• Effective oral communication and writing ability.

• Continued professional growth in History.

• Experience with, or willingness to explore, innovative teaching methodologies.

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working • relationships with others.

• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including persons with disabilities.

Equivalency

If you do not possess the exact degrees listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a “Request for Equivalency Form” (link to the left) and attach it during the application process.

Foreign Degree:

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.

Commitment to Diversity:

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

Working Conditions

moderate

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed (extraneous material will not be reviewed). References to résumés or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered an “incomplete” application; please enter “N/A” if any section does not apply.

1. Complete online application;

2. Letter of Interest;

3. Curriculum vitae or resume emphasizing experience, education and training related to the position;

4. Publications record, if any;

5. Undergraduate or graduate transcripts (unofficial or copies accepted);

Important: To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested (i.e., personal photo, articles you’ve written, etc). Please only upload requested documents using respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested within this posting, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

6. Application materials sent via mail, fax, or e-mail will not be accepted.

7. Note that correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent to you via e-mail.

8. All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

9. Submit “official” transcripts as stated on application;

10. Pass a pre-employment physical exam at the candidate’s expense;

11. Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);

12. Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);

13. Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States; AND

14. Attend a new hire processing appointment in Human Resources located at the District Administrative Offices.

Job Open Date

01/21/2015

To apply, visit: http://apptrkr.com/571856

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