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Interior Design Faculty
Job ID: 322423
Location: Scottsdale Community College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Salary Range
$51,774-$99,673 /annually, DOE
Work Calendar
9 Months
Maricopa Summary
10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.
The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.
We focus on people-not profits.
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.
We don't just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.
We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.
Campus Statement
Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is proud to be the only two-year public higher education institution located on Native American land. As one of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges, SCC currently serves more than 7,000 full and part-time students each semester from its surrounding communities, including the cities of Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Phoenix, and the Salt River Pima - Maricopa Indian Community.
We are seeking dedicated and collaborative staff and faculty who are passionate about teaching, learning, and fostering student success. We welcome individuals who are eager to contribute their ideas and expertise to help guide the ongoing development of SCC's priorities and strategic initiatives.
At SCC we are proud of our reputation as an innovative college that is focused on student success. Come join us in our desire to improve the quality of life in our communities by providing challenging, supportive, and engaging learning experiences.
SCC Wins the 2022 Sterling Award
MCCCD Fast Facts
SCC Healthy AZ Platinum Award Recipient- 2025
Benefits
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:
Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events

Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)
Job Summary
Scottsdale Community College's Center of Excellence in Interior Design, home to Arizona's longest-running interior design program, is seeking a full-time Residential Interior Design Faculty member beginning August 2026. The successful candidate will teach advanced residential design studios, including upper-level residential and kitchen and bath design courses. Strong expertise in interior design technology and construction documentation is required. The faculty member will guide students through complex residential projects from concept through presentation and technical documentation. In addition to teaching, responsibilities include curriculum development, student mentorship, assessment, and service to the program, student club, department, college, and design community.
To best serve the students, department, and college, this position requires a physical presence on campus, with the possibility of partial remote work depending on business needs.
Please read the "How to Apply" section to avoid incomplete application materials.
Essential Functions
Teach advanced residential design studios and kitchen and bath design courses in classroom, studio, and virtual settings, fostering critical thinking, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving skills among students of varied ages, abilities, and diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
Deliver instruction in residential design theory, space planning, building systems, materials, and construction documentation using verbal, written, visual, and technology-based methods, including Canvas and industry-standard design software.
Guide students through the complete design process-from programming and schematic design through construction documentation and professional presentation-ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
Evaluate student performance through project critiques, assignments, exams, and technical documentation review; maintain accurate academic records and calculate final grades.
Provide academic and career advisement, maintain regular office hours, and mentor students regarding professional practice, industry readiness, and transfer or employment pathways.
Design, develop, and revise syllabi, curricula, and instructional materials; contribute to program review, assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Advise and oversee the student interior design club, supporting student leadership development, industry engagement, and participation in professional activities and events.
Participate in service to the degree program, department, college, and district, including committees, governance activities, and collaborative initiatives with internal and external partners.
Maintain currency in the field through professional development, industry engagement, and Faculty Professional Growth (FPG), modeling high professional and ethical standards.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
This position does not supervise regular staff but may advise student organizations and/or student workers.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives general supervision from the Program Director and/or Department Chair and works within established academic policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of occupational experience in the field to be taught
OR
Three years of occupational experience in the field to be taught and a Bachelor's degree or higher
OR
A Master's degree or higher in the teaching field
OR
A Master's degree of higher in any field with 18 graduate credits in the teaching field
OR
A Master's degree of higher in any field with a combination of 24 upper division and/or graduate credits in the teaching field
Desired Qualifications

1. Proven experience as lead designer on ten or more high-end custom residential projects, including kitchens and bathrooms, with clear photographic documentation of finished work.
2. Demonstrated experience producing comprehensive residential construction documentation sets, including floor plans, elevations, sections, cabinetry details, and specifications.
3. Five or more years managing design teams, supervising staff, leading major initiatives, or serving in formal leadership roles.
4. Advanced proficiency in industry-standard software, including AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
5. Professional design portfolio that reflects exceptional graphic clarity, organization, and professional presentation.
6. NCIDQ Certification or certification in process, and active membership or leadership involvement in professional organizations such as ASID, IIDA, NKBA, or IDEC.
7. One year of full-time, relevant MCCCD experience within the previous two years.

Special Working Conditions

• Travel to campus during the interview/selection process will be at the candidate's own expense.
• May be required to travel to other MCCCD locations.
• May be required to work evenings and weekends.
• May require prolonged periods of sitting and viewing a computer screen.
• May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs.
• This position requires a physical presence on campus with possible partial remote work depending on business needs to best serve the students, department, and college.
• May be required to instruct at multiple sites and/or teach days, evenings or weekends
• For new Full-Time Residential Faculty hires, Experience Pay is based on the number of years of full-time equivalent teaching/work experience relevant to the teaching field. The maximum initial placement step is Step 10.

How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts, resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a cover letter, and a portfolio showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.
If you qualify based solely on the five (5) years of work experience in the field to be taught, unofficial transcripts will not be required.
MCCCD accepts unofficial transcripts for U.S. schools at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are submitted as an attachment to the application. Transcripts from non U.S. institutions must be translated and evaluated and provided with application material.
Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.
Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.
Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.

• Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
• Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
• Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Posting Close Date
Apply on or before April 5, 2026 to be considered.
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."
The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.
The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.
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