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Ranked as one of the best places to work, Salt Lake Community College is located in the Salt Lake Valley, nestled in the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. This area boasts more than just winter recreation; it is also the cultural heart of Utah. The cities and surrounding area offer year-round, world-class recreation, sporting events, history, arts and entertainment. Utah consistently earns top accolades for its exceptional economy, affordable cost of living and strong communities.

The successful applicant will join a vital and innovative department as its members are reflective practitioners and knowledgeable teachers in their respective fields. They participate in their professional communities and collaborate with colleagues in developing curriculum. Such faculty members actively serve our students in successfully obtaining the skills and knowledge needed to be successful in their careers.

The faculty member will teach Computer Science and Information Systems courses to community college students. Students may pursue a Certificate, Associate of Applied Science Degree or an Associate of Science Degree in CS and/or CIS as offered by the department. The candidate will participate in course curriculum and program development. The candidate will also serve on School and/or College committee assignments.

Candidate must be willing to teach a percentage of their teaching load in the evening.

Demonstrate a depth of understanding in the field of Computer Science.

Demonstrate the ability to teach Computer Science courses for both online and on- ground courses.

Effectively communicate with students, faculty, and staff in a timely manner.

Develop, revise, distribute and adhere to current course outlines, laboratory projects, instructional materials and/or syllabi to keep in alignment with transfer institutions and collaborate with department on shared computer science curriculum. Participate in curriculum development and maintaining curriculum (content and pedagogy) to meet current national and state standards (IEEE and ACM) and transfer institutions and textbook selection.

Attend regularly scheduled meetings, workshops, and accept committee assignments.

Advise students on program and/or course requirements.

Demonstrate and support professional commitment to Division, and College mission and values.

Maintain a supportive attitude toward work, students, colleagues and administration, and with people of diverse backgrounds.

Maintain regularly scheduled office/consultation hours.

Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and significant contributions to the Computer Sciences and Information Systems department.

Adhere to department guidelines and Division, School, and College policies as well as participate in committee work as assigned.

Work with Adjuncts to ensure quality and consistency of course offerings. Provide and grade challenge exams as appropriate.

Administer student surveys in classes, as prescribed by Division procedures and discuss results with Associate Dean.

Attendance at New Faculty Orientation sessions is required.

Work with Computer Science Coordinator to communicate with their counterparts at
USHE institutions relative to course content and pedagogy in PAC and Majors meetings, and as necessary to maintain relationship and seamless transfer for SLCC students.

Participate in department recruitment and retention efforts including advising potential and current CS students.

Work with CIS and CS faculty to facilitate student movement from basic computer literacy to an associate’s degree in Computer Science.

Accept other duties, as assigned.

Education:

Candidate must have either (a) or (b)
(a) Master’s degree or higher

or

(b) Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution plus two or more of the following with supporting documentation:

Master’s Degree Preferred

Languages: Java, Python, C++, HTML/CSS, PHP, JavaScript, and SQL

Two or more years of recent teaching experience in Computer Sciences, Computer Information System, Database Management or a closely related field at a regionally accredited higher education institution.

Experience in the instruction and development of courses delivered using alternate modes of delivery like flipped classroom, accelerated, project/competency based.

Highly successful background in teaching a variety of courses in computer science.

Experience with curriculum development.

Experience with designing and implementing laboratory activities.

Evidence of successful participation in college and department activities.

Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, cultures, ethnic backgrounds, and abilities in order to maintain good working relationships across the College

The ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic background of community college students, faculty and staff, including those with disabilities.

Priority Review Date: June 16, 2023: Applications received by the priority review date will receive priority in screening. The screening of applications submitted after the priority review date will be determined by the committee until the position is filled. The following documents are required to submit the application:

Additional documents for the committee to review are encouraged.

Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to participate in a teaching demonstration.

The SLCC HR Department will conduct criminal background checks on the selected finalist.

Official transcripts from the selected finalist are required before offering employment.

SLCC offers a comprehensive benefits package for FT Faculty members. Please visit: SLCC Employee Benefits Page.

SLCC Faculty General Description found Appendix 1 Faculty Compensation and Workload Handbook.

Please contact the SLCC HR office at 801-957-4210 for assistance with the application or accommodations.

Salt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college with the most diverse student body in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah’s fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students’ lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 11 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.

Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new and diverse perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation come about when diverse voices can speak and collaborate freely. As an emerging HSI, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving diverse students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”).

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check.