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JOB INFORMATION Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon, seeks energetic and teaching-focused candidates for one full-time, 172-day Art Instructor in ceramics. Chemeketa serves a large, diverse three county area through its central campus in Salem, a network of satellite campuses and centers, and by being a statewide leader in online education. This teaching assignment may include art courses outside of ceramics such as design classes and/or Understanding Art that use non-traditional delivery methodologies such as: remote, hybrid, and/or online.

Chemeketa is a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution that aspires to be an inclusive environment where we honor and value the unique contributions of our diverse students, employees, and community. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions that support all students in achieving their educational goals. If you are interested in joining the work of the college to pursue a supportive and inclusive culture, we encourage you to apply.

When applying for this position, please attach the electronic documents listed below. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected as an incomplete application. Any documents you provide that are not listed will not been seen by the Search Committee.

Curriculum vitae (CV) Cover letter that describes your qualifications with specifics addressing the core competencies and preferred qualifications Portfolio with examples of work - PDF, Microsoft Word document, or PowerPoint of your artwork (15 images) and student artwork (15 images). The portfolio will consist of 30 images. Unofficial Transcripts - An electronic copy of your academic transcript(s) from an accredited institution which clearly indicate the degree awarded, and any other applicable information, must be attached with your application if you would like it considered as part of your eligibility for the position.

Any applicants who earned academic credentials from outside of the United States and wish to use those credits for consideration must also upload an evaluation of college credit earned at the non-U.S. institution. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Instructional Program Responsibilities: Participates in curriculum development; recommends course outline revisions Recommends textbooks and other instructional materials and equipment; recommends library and reference materials Contributes suggestions for annual department budget Keeps up to date on technological changes and developments in subject area Attends staff meetings and participates in designated committee work; represents the department at pertinent meetings as required Promotes positive image of college and college programs Develops and maintains contacts with community and professional organizations Functions as a life-long learner Manages ceramic materials inventory, including safe handling of hazardous materials, while mindful of sustainability Serves as Gallery Coordinator or Program Chair as needed Instruction: Instructs Art classes utilizing knowledge of the discipline and teaching practice that facilitates student learning Meets all scheduled and special classes-day, possible evening and weekends Teaches classes as assigned, following approved course outlines Prepares and develops materials for assigned classes Posts and maintains office hours Provides students with course syllabi Maintains records of grades and attendance; reports individual academic grades when required Maintains college facilities and equipment Delivers instruction in a variety of modalities to meet program and student needs including face-to-face, remote, hybrid, and/or online Teaching and Learning Values: Creates a learning climate of mutual respect and fairness Encourages creative and critical thinking Engages participants in an active learning process Facilitates learning that applies to and enriches lives Encourages student responsibility for learning Promotes learning as a lifelong process Other Functions: Performs all other job-related duties as assigned Institutional Expectations: Embraces diversity and actively collaborates effectively with a variety of students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level in promotion of student success Embraces, understands and uses appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions Provides high quality, effective service to internal and external customers through continuous improvement and adoption of lean office practices CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Your application will be scored based on the minimum qualifications, core competencies, and preferred qualifications

If you are unsure whether you meet all of the qualifications listed below, we encourage you to apply and address through your application materials all of the relevant education, transferable skills, and related experience that makes you a great candidate for this position. Please ensure you include all information on your application which you wish to be considered. Minimum Qualifications Master of Fine Arts in Ceramics from an accredited institution -AND- Two years of teaching experience in higher education Core Competencies Demonstrable experience providing culturally responsive instruction Bicultural/multicultural skills sufficient to select appropriate behaviors, values and attitudes within different cultures during interactions with others Preferred Qualifications Experience or demonstrated interest in working with adult, non-traditional and underrepresented learners Experience integrating emerging technology into teaching and learning Demonstrated leadership skills in administrative capacities such as oversight of a ceramics studio Experience with curation and preparation of exhibitions Demonstrated successful collaboration in professional settings Bilingual and bicultural ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT This is a 100%, 10-month faculty assignment of the F9 band and grade All positions at Chemeketa are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college.

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends This position may require the use of your personal vehicle for transportation between campus locations If requested, you must supply official transcripts within 30-days of hire Employees must maintain Oregon, Washington or Idaho residency as a condition of employment. Successful applicants for designated positions must successfully pass a background inquiry, which may include criminal, driving, credit and full background checks. Only information relevant to the position will be considered.

An individual with negative information on their background inquiry will not necessarily be denied employment. Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. VETERANS' PREFERENCE Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Chemeketa Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015

Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. For information regarding Veterans' Preference qualifications, visit http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE One of the following: MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) -OR- Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension -OR- Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following: A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs -OR- Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ *Please Note: As part of the first round of screening, the committee will conduct an anonymous review of the application materials and will not be able to view any personally identifiable information. Please be sure that your application is complete and thoroughly depicts how you meet the minimum qualifications, core competencies and preferred qualifications. Required documents must be provided at the time of application

Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Chemeketa makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS Chemeketa Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.

LEGAL COMPLIANCE Chemeketa Community College prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the following: Or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy, and interfering with rights or privileges granted under federal, state or local laws. Under College policies, equal opportunity for employment, admission, and participation in the College's programs, services, and activities will be extended to all persons, and the College will promote equal opportunity and treatment through application of its policies and other College efforts designed for that purpose.

504/ADA Coordinator for Students For concerns, inquiries or complaints regarding student disability accessibility and accommodations, please contact Karen Alexander, Director of Student Accessibility and Testing Services. Ph: 503.399.5276 Section 504/ADA Coordinator for Employees For concerns, inquiries or complaints regarding employee disability accessibility and accommodations, please contact Alice Sprague, Vice President of Governance & Administration. Ph: 503.399.2537 Persons having questions or concerns about Title IX, which includes gender-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, gender-based violence, and stalking, please contact the Title IX coordinator, Jon Mathis

Ph: 503.584.7323, Located at 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem, OR 97305, You can find additional information at http://go.chemeketa.edu/titleix. All persons having questions or concerns related to Equal Employment Opportunity or Affirmative Action should contact the Affirmative Action Officer at 503.399.2537, 4000 Lancaster Dr

NE, Salem OR 97305. Individuals may also contact the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), 810 3rd Avenue #750, Seattle, WA 98104, 206.607.1600

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