Fy25 - Computer Information Systems Instructor

LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Los Angeles Harbor College

Computer Information Systems Instructor

Full-Time, Tenure-Track, C-Basis (10 Month)

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: June 26, 2024

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is the largest community college district in the United States and one of the largest in the world. The LACCD is comprised of nine colleges serving all or part of more than 40 cities in Southern California and spanning a service area of 882 square miles. Its colleges offer instruction to 225,000 students, annually, in 600 associates' degree and 400 certificate of achievement programs in general, career-technical and transfer education, and contribute significantly to the economic and social well-being of its students, the regional economy and the greater Los Angeles area. For more information about the LACCD, please visit our website at www.laccd.edu.

LOS ANGELES HARBOR COLLEGE

Los Angeles Harbor College (Harbor College) prides itself on being the college of choice for residents of Carson, Harbor City, Gardena, Lomita, San Pedro, Wilmington, and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Founded in 1949, Harbor College is a two-year public institution with more than 50 disciplines being taught to more than 10,000 students each semester. Harbor College serves our diverse community by providing access to associate and transfer degrees, certificates, economic and workforce development, and adult and noncredit instruction. We promote equity, diversity, and student success through academic programs and support services that ensure our students become productive members of a global society. Harbor College provides a stimulating learning environment that prepares its students for success through program completion and transfer.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Harbor College is accepting applications from qualified individuals for a full-time, tenure track, C-Basis (10 Month) position for a Computer Information Systems Instructor. We are looking for candidates who have the desire and ability to create a welcoming classroom culture that positively engages and impacts our diverse student population.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach courses in the Computer Information Systems discipline including preparing course syllabi, presenting lectures, creating supplemental material (as needed), grading and evaluating students' learning and progress;

• Teach a schedule that can include nights, evenings, weekends, off campus sites, and online classes based on student demand and needs;

• Participate in curriculum development and updates, for example program review, as well as development and assessment of student learning outcomes (SLOs);

• Maintain scheduled office hours for student contact;

• Participate on department and college committee meetings;

• Participate in professional development activities and maintain current knowledge in the discipline;

• Participate in developing and updating department courses and curricula including hybrid and/or online courses;

• Develop partnerships with industry and organizations locally, nationally, and internationally that will enhance the department's ability to deliver education;

• Develop educational and/or informational seminars for students, faculty, staff and the business community;

• Participate in campus committees and departmental activities, which can include equipment selection, extracurricular programs, advisory committees and student advisement;

• Commitment to accepting extracurricular responsibilities within the department;

• Write and manage proposals and grants;

• Create new programs and ensure current programs are relevant to the job market requirements;

• Other duties as assigned by the chairperson.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of professional experience, which must be directly related to the teaching assignment; OR

• Associate degree and six (6) years of professional experience, which must be directly related to the teaching assignment.

• Sensitivity to and an understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

All letters verifying your experience must be written on company letterhead, include your start and end dates, duties performed, and whether you worked full or part time. If part time, the percentage of time you worked. The person providing the letter must include their contact information. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience developing mobile apps for Apple or Android devices;

• Teaching experience at the postsecondary education level in computer information systems, computer programming or information technology;

• Prior experience with delivery of online curriculum using a learning management system, preferably Canvas;

• Prior experience in data structures, C++, Python, and other relevant programming languages;

• Prior industry experience in Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, E-Sports, or Networking;

• Prior experience in Data Mining, Programming (SQL), Data Warehousing, and Big Data Analytics;

• Industry certificates such as CEH, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, Network+, or AWS Solutions Architect, AWS Cloud Computing;

• Experience teaching computer information systems courses such as cloud computing, cyber security, e-sports;

• Demonstrated experience in equity-minded curriculum and instruction;

• Prior experience in developing new courses and programs.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Placement on salary schedule is determined by academic preparation and/or employment experience in accordance with the AFT Contract. The salary range is from $72,990 to $135,620 for the ten-month assignment. Applicants with a doctoral degree are eligible for a doctoral differential of $4610 per year. District benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance to the employee and eligible dependents.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants will be required to file an application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. The application packet can be filed at https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd . For consideration in the selection process, all interested applicants must submit the following:

1. Letter of Interest, preferably three pages or less, which addresses the responsibilities and desirable qualifications as detailed in this announcement;

2. A current resume or CV;

3. Three references including the name, title, address, telephone number and e-mail of individuals who can assess the candidate's qualifications for the position;

4. Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts; if invited to interview, candidate should be prepared to provide official transcripts

a. Note: All degrees must be granted by an accredited college or university within the United States. Transcripts from a foreign institution must be submitted with an approved evaluation of equivalency from a foreign evaluation service approved by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing.

In order for your application to be completed successfully, please read the job announcement and upload all the required materials. Application materials will not be accepted by fax, mail, in-person or email. Incomplete applications may be excluded from consideration. After review of application materials by selection committee, applicants will be contacted if selected for an interview. Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. LACCD and its Colleges reserve the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time.

For consideration, please complete the application and attach required documents by 4:30 pm on June 26, 2024.

For additional information or questions, please contact:

Dean Priscilla Lopez at lopezpa@lahc.edu

Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three (3) business days prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested.

Equal Employment Policy

The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of under-represented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator