CCS employment application is found at: http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/files/forms/District/16011609.pdf
March 9, 2007
Recruitment No. 042Y07
VASCULAR
TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR
FULL TIME/TENURE TRACK
Review date April 19,
2007
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
·
Prepares for and instructs, through traditional classroom,
laboratory, clinical and distance education modes, in the discipline of Vascular
Technology. Examples of the types of
courses typically assigned include Vascular Fundamentals, Vascular Procedures,
Cardiovascular Physiology, Vascular Clinical and Advanced Vascular Techniques. Instruct
courses in related disciplines based upon individual qualifications and
expertise. Of particular interest are Echocardiography
Technology and Invasive Cardiovascular Technology.
·
Provides
availability and accessibility to students for purpose of academic consulting
and support, in a manner appropriate to meet student needs, through a
combination of scheduled office hours, e-mail accessibility or other effective
means of responsive and timely communication;
·
Communicates
expectations and establishes clear grading criteria through appropriate
instructional means, to include but not limited to developing course syllabi,
handouts, and materials supporting the instructional process; evaluates student
progress and provides clear, timely feedback;
·
Participates
in district, division, department, or general faculty meetings; in-service
training; curriculum development; academic consulting; workshops or seminars;
service on district or college councils or committees, or other activities
within the scope of the position;
·
Complies
with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and
responsibilities; Follows established procedures in areas such as printing,
turning in grades, bookstore orders, office support, student financial aid
requirements, safety and health issues and related administrative processes;
·
In
addition, faculty may:
o
Supervise
paraprofessional employees or direct the work of assigned work-study students.
o
Advise
student clubs or associations.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (Minimum
Qualifications)
1. Acceptance
of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at
all times.
2.
Acceptance of and willingness to support the role
that community colleges serve in higher education, and specifically the
mission, values, goals and objectives of the Community Colleges of Spokane.
3.
Ability to perform assigned duties in a manner
consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution and
the community/technical college system.
4.
A demonstrated understanding of and value for the
contributions that a diverse workforce can make to the success of both the
organization and the students we serve.
5. An earned
Associate’s degree in Vascular Technology or related field from an accredited
institution.
6. Two years
of relevant work experience in the field of Vascular Technology.
7. Registered
in the field of Vascular Technology by ARDMS or CCI.
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES (Desirable
Qualifications)
1. An earned
Bachelor’s degree in Vascular Technology or a related field.
2. An earned
Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
3. Recent,
college-level teaching experience.
4. Administrative
experience.
5. More than
two years of Vascular Technology experience.
6. Familiarity
with Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs accreditation
standards and procedures.
7. Ability to
employ various format and styles in teaching to include distance learning.
8. Be an
advocate of community college education.
9. Additional
certifications in echocardiography and/or diagnostic medical sonography through
ARDMS or CCI.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a
full-time, tenure track position with an annual beginning salary of $40,080
- $42,550 for a 175-day contract. (Advancement opportunities exist, based
upon professional development performed during course of employment and
seniority, to maximum of $62,290). Total
compensation: $54,054 - $56,909. Total compensation is an estimate based upon
base salary, current CCS benefit contribution rates and median retirement
contributions. The actual total will
vary depending upon each employee's enrollment specifics.
In
addition, tenure track faculty have access to the following forms of
supplemental compensation, consistent with the provisions of the current
collective bargaining agreement between CCS and the Association for Higher
Education (AHE) - subject to change through the collective bargaining process:
elected department chair stipend ($1,500 to $10,300 annually, dependent upon
size of department), club advising stipend ($160 to $1,445 dependent upon
activities advised), supplemental (i.e. “moonlighting”) instructional contracts
(average of $2,901 per quarter/per assignment and dependent upon workload
category), special project stipend (up to $2,000 annually), and summer school
assignment ($10,020 to $11,743 for a 100% load and dependent upon salary step
placement).
CCS
reserves the right to cancel this recruitment without notice. Academic employees are represented by the
Association of Higher Education (AHE), which is affiliated with NEA and
WEA. AHE membership or payment of
representation fee is required. Anticipated
date of employment is September 17, 2007.
CONDITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT
Person hired must be able to
provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to
work in the
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Incomplete applications will not
be considered. A complete application
consists of the following numbered items:
1.
an official application
2.
a cover letter addressing your qualifications as applied to the
responsibilities of this position
3.
a comprehensive resume
4.
names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references
5.
college transcript(s) – legible copies of transcripts are acceptable at
time of application; transcripts must show student name, name of institution,
and awarded degrees/certificates
Must request official application (resumes will not
substitute for official application) by contacting the Human Resources
Office, Community Colleges of
Person(s) with a disability may
request special accommodations for receiving and completing the application
process to include; materials in large print, audio tapes explaining
application information, interpreters for the hearing impaired, or special
interview arrangements. Requests for
these services may be made on an individual basis by calling (509) 434-5040.
Community Colleges of
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE
Applications will be accepted
until this position is filled. However,
the screening committee for this position will begin reviewing applications on April 19, 2007.
Applications are encouraged prior to that time to ensure consideration.
All application materials submitted become property of the
Community Colleges of