Part Time Faculty - Bstec

General Summary

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. Priority screening deadline is December 17th, 2023.

About Business Technology:

The Business Technology (BSTEC) Department is part of the Business Division. BSTEC provides courses and programs designed to prepare students with the technical skills and knowledge to be successful in a variety of business positions.

The BSTEC Department hosts an advisory committee meeting three times a year. Experts from business and industry volunteer their time to evaluate curriculum and help verify that programs meet the current needs of employers.

In addition to having academic credentials, the faculty is required to have work experience related to the field in which they are teaching. Thus, students are exposed to current work practices while they are learning concepts and perfecting the skills that will be needed in their future occupation.

Salary will depend upon the number of classes taught. Salary is based upon initial placement, work experience, and the number of assigned credits. The current salary range per credit hour is $1,153.31 to $1,234.67 Please review the current collective bargaining agreement for additional information(See 205 Part-time Faculty Placement and Salary).

Essential Tasks

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach a range of business technology classes specifically geared toward students in the IBEST program (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training);

• Course topics include beginning keyboarding, beginning 10-key, introductory Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), Windows 11, intermediate Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, customer service, fundamentals of office management, and career readiness;

• Familiarity with Canvas course development and administration;

• Teach a schedule that includes day (12:00-4:30PM) hybrid and online courses;

• If possible, participate in departmental and cross-disciplinary curriculum development and delivery that is responsive to changing technologies, and is responsive to a diverse student population.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a related filed with 2 years of experience; OR
• Master's Degree in a related field.

Supplemental Information

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under

Washington state law.

ABOUT HIGHLINE COLLEGE

Founded in 1961, Highline College is situated in a diverse community just 15 minutes south of Seattle. The college annually serves more than 16,500 students -- a student population of over 70% students of color, representing 35 nations and more than 100 languages. The college embraces equity, inclusion, and social justice, with core goals of student attainment, diversity, community Engagement, and sustainability. The student body at Highline College is made up of Transfer students, Running Start students, Professional-Technical students, International students, Comprehensive Transition Program for students with intellectual disabilities, Adult Basic Education, and English Language Learners. In addition, we offer six bachelor of applied science, four-year degrees.

MISSION AND VISION

As an essential part of ourmission and vision, diversity, equity, and inclusion are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life.

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Your online application must include the following three attachments to be considered complete:

• A detailed resume that addresses the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSof the position;

• Letter of application (two-page maximum, recommended). The letter should address your ability to meet the FACULTY-WIDE SKILLS AND ABILITIES of the position;

• A one-page response to the Supplemental Question.

Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate coursework may be submitted; Official transcripts will be required upon employment.

HIGHLINE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Highline College is an equal opportunity employer. The College is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff, as well as our student population. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identity diversity. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants needing accommodations in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (206) 592-3812. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.

Highline College complies with Title IX regulations. For details on our policies, see our website https://humanresources.highline.edu/faculty-and-staff/policies/title-ix/