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Instructor of Sociology
Job Description
Position Information
Requisition Number
2149
Classification Title
Exempt Faculty GRADE F1
Job Title
Instructor of Sociology
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Full or Part Time
Full Time
Hours Per Week
9 month faculty contract
Position Type
Faculty
Starting Salary
$50,000, DOE
Funding Type
Institutionally Funded
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
Are you eager to make a difference and equip students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed? Do you value a culture geared toward achieving and maintaining excellence? San Juan College is seeking an individual invested in equity and inclusiveness, who has experience with, knowledge of, and sensitivity to the needs of diverse populations.
We welcome well-qualified and highly motivated individuals to apply to this full-time, nine-month position of Instructor of Sociology to begin Fall 2024.
Why Join San Juan College?
Nestled in the northwest corner of New Mexico, Farmington is the hub of the Four Corners region and is home to the stunning main campus and four satellite campuses of San Juan College. Farmington is located one hour south of Durango, Colorado, three hours northwest of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, and three hours southeast of Moab, Utah. Along with the phenomenal weather, Farmington offers over 50 beautifully maintained city parks and thousands of acres of terrain, enough to satisfy any outdoor enthusiast. Enjoy mountain biking, hiking, boating, skiing, off-roading and more, or spend time at any of our three rivers and four lakes. Farmington also boasts a superb variety of special cultural events, museums, galleries, and local theater group events year-round.
San Juan College serves as a regional leader in education and provides quality education to approximately 10,000 students seeking academic credit and non-credit programs through face-to-face and online classes each year. San Juan College is proud to serve a unique and culturally diverse population.
SJC Mission and Values
Our mission at San Juan College is to educate and empower individuals to thrive in an ever-changing world.
San Juan College is committed to serving the needs of our students and the community through a process of continuous quality improvement. San Juan College upholds and affirms the values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
What can you look forward to?
As a Platinum Family Friendly New Mexico Business, San Juan College is dedicated to maintaining a workplace with policies that allow employees and their families to thrive. Below are some of the benefits offered:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage options
- Generous paid leave plans and holiday pay
- Public Employee Pension Plan (NMERB)
- Optional 403 (b) Tax Deferred Annuities, 457 and Roth Plans
- Flex Spending accounts
- Life and Disability coverage
- Employee Wellness Incentives
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition waiver
- Free SJC Gym Membership
- Free Library services
Duties & Responsibilities
This position is responsible for the instruction of course specific material within the School of Business, Information Technology and Social Sciences.
Essential Responsibilities:
- The Instructor of Sociology will report directly to the Dean of the School of Business, Information Technology and Social Sciences and will provide 15 credit hours of instruction per semester.
- The teaching load will include a primary teaching load in freshman and sophomore level Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Sociology courses. Teaching load may also include additional courses as needed by the department.
- Responsibilities will also include organizing and maintaining curricula in assigned Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Sociology courses; developing and revising instructional materials as appropriate; keeping student records; assisting in recommending and orienting part-time faculty; and working with college councils and committees as assigned.by the Dean.
- The individual will maintain a minimum of 5 office hours per week; participate in college committees as assigned; assist in curriculum review; mentor student research/ service projects; and advise students. Experience in community projects or development is beneficial. Day and evening classes can be expected. The teaching load may include other related assignments. Responsibilities include advisement, and other duties as assigned by the Dean.
- Classroom locations may vary to include: SJC Main Campus, SJC East Campus and SJC West Campus.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Masters Degree or higher, with 18 Graduate hours in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Sociology, Social Work or other related disciplines is required. Teaching experience at a community college, with demonstrated interest in creating student-centered, interactive courses is desired.
- Five years of field experience in Criminal Justice, Human Services, Sociology, Social Work or other related professions to thoroughly understand the objectives and functions of the position in order to instruct students.
- The successful candidate will be dynamic with a high energy level and have a strong commitment to the community college and learning college philosophies
- The candidate should also value diversity and have a strong multicultural perspective with adult and minority students.
- Physical Requirements: Varied sitting, standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 25lbs as related to office supplies and equipment.
- All candidates are subject to a Criminal Background Investigation prior to any offer of employment.
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Instructor of Sociology
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide unofficial transcripts at the time you submit application materials. Official Transcripts and certifications will be required if you are determined a finalist in the search.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
11/15/2023
Close Date
01/12/2024
Open Until Filled
No
Starting Date
August 5, 2024
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