Sociology Instructor, Fixed Term Part Time 80%

Classification Title Technical College Faculty Sociology Fixed Term Part Time Working Title Sociology Instructor, Fixed Term Part Time 80% Hire Types Faculty Division Hennepin Technical College Department Academic Affairs Unit General Education Location On-Site, Bloomington College and Career Academy (BCCA) FLSA Exempt Full/Part Time Part Time FTE .80 Employment Condition Fixed Term Work Shift Varies Work Schedule/Hours/Days

This is a year-long appointment, beginning September 2024 through June 2025, and follows the trimester academic calendar of Bloomington College and Career Academy (BCCA). Courses taught are HTC Sociology courses, and are taught on-location at the BCCA campus, as well as online. On-campus courses will be taught various days and times, Monday-Friday, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.

This appointment is expected to be at a 80% teaching load with a total of 24 credits throughout the academic year.

Posting Details

Hennepin Technical College seeks a full-time Sociology Instructor to be part of our law enforcement pathway and partnership with Bloomington College and Career Academy (BCCA), and to teach college-level Sociology courses, with a focus on Criminal Justice. The college courses taught will be Introduction to Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice, and Race in America, with an opportunity to teach other Sociology courses as the need arises. Courses will be taught on-location at the BCCA campus in Bloomington, as well as online. The successful candidate will be dedicated to excellence in general education, who desires to become part of an environment that values trust, integrity, pride, passion, respect, collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and diversity. The candidate will demonstrate a commitment to embrace quality and innovation in career and technical education, workforce development, and lifelong learning.

Salary Minimum $43,067 Salary Maximum $94,542 Salary Type Annual Bargaining Unit/Plan 210, MSCF Job Description

Examples of Duties:

• Teach transfer-level Sociology courses as part of our law enforcement pathway partnership at the Bloomington College and Career Academy.

• Courses include, but may not be limited to, Introduction to Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice, and Race in America

• Continuous curriculum development, including the design, revisions, and implementation of instructional materials and assessment of learner outcomes

• Integration of assessment activities into teaching practices and participation in department and college-wide assessment of student learning

• Support of the success and development of students through the use of a variety of instructional methods, available office hours, and by providing additional resources

• Development and implementation of on-campus and online courses

• Contribution into department decisions on budget, scheduling, textbook selection etc.

• Participation, as needed, in discipline, team, campus, and college matters through service on committees, on a pro-rated basis; attendance at regular meetings; and continued professional development, on a pro-rated basis

• Support and advance the department and college mission through ideas and projects

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (expected to have to enter job):

Educational Requirement

Master's degree with a major in Sociology or a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in Sociology.

Demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from minoritized, historically marginalized, and/or culturally diverse groups.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications (desired but not expected to have to enter job):

Experience teaching Criminal Justice courses at the college level.

Other Requirements About

Founded in 1972, Hennepin Technical College is the largest technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, Hennepin Technical College has a diverse student population of more than 9,500 and offers degree and non-degree coursework in over 45 programs. Achieving a 99% job placement rate within its network of industry partners, Hennepin Technical College prepares students for in-demand and high-paying employment opportunities Hennepin Technical College is a member of Minnesota State, which includes 30 community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving approximately 400,000 students. It is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the United States.

Hennepin Technical College with campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The college is strategically positioned to meet the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry throughout Minnesota. Hennepin Technical College faculty and staff are committed to preparing students to be successful in obtaining the education and skills that can result in employment and a career. Curriculum is industry validated and delivered in an environment that emulates the work setting. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience that gives them the skills and ability to secure the first job in their career as well as to advance in their career. For more information about Hennepin Technical College, please visit our website at: http://www.hennepintech.edu

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Benefits Info

We offer a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! As a State of Minnesota employer, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. We also offer a variety of retirement options including defined benefit and defined contributions plans, and voluntary retirement plans with an employer match.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F365P Number of Vacancies 1 Re-posting No Desired Start Date 08/22/2024 Position End Date (if temporary) 06/08/2025 Open Date 03/18/2024 Close Date 04/18/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Accept Applications Yes Special Instructions Summary

Please complete the online application and upload these documents:

• Cover Letter

• Vitae/Resume

• College Transcripts*

Within your application material, please address how you meet the qualifications for this position.

Please note, paper applications will not be accepted. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.

• Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Posting Contact human.resources@hennepintech.edu Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Hennepin Technical College is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.