Instructor in Radiological Technology (Part-Time Pool)

Part-Time InstructorsWe are accepting applications on an ongoing basis for future consideration for part-time instructors in this discipline at Moorpark College. Applications submitted to this pool will be kept on file for the current academic year and may be considered if a vacancy opens within the academic year. If you have applied to previous pools in this discipline, you will need to reapply to this pool to continue to be considered.Under the general direction of a dean, an Instructor (Non-Contact/Temporary) provides comprehensive classroom instruction to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of facilitating the attainment of their academic or vocational objectives. In accordance with the provisions of Education Code sections 87482.5, Instructors (Non-Contract/Temporary) may be employed up to 67% of a full-time assignment.Moorpark College, one of three colleges in the Ventura County Community College District, was founded in 1967. It serves approximately 15,000 students, and with a "students first" philosophy, empowers its diverse community of learners to complete their goals for academic transfer, basic skills, and career education. Moorpark College is one of the most beautiful community colleges in California. Set on 150 acres, the campus is nestled in the foothills on the southeastern flank of Ventura County, about 40 miles from UCLA, and approximately 75 miles from UC Santa Barbara. It is also a short drive from CSU Northridge, CSU Channel Islands, and California Lutheran University. Moorpark College was recognized as an Aspen Prize Finalist in 2023 and ranked fourth in the nation by the Aspen College Excellence Program. Known for transfer of students to public and private universities, Moorpark College has the highest number of Associate Degree for Transfers among California community colleges its size.The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public community college district serving residents throughout Ventura County. VCCCD's three colleges - Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College - offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement.The Ventura County Community College District recognizes that a diverse community of faculty, staff, and administrators promotes academic excellence and creates an inclusive educational and work environment for its employees, contractors, students, and the community it serves. With the understanding that a diverse community fosters multi-cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides role models for all students, VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to the success of all college students.The Ventura County Community College District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and/or physical or mental disability.Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook. Any Bachelor's degree or higher and two years of professional experience OR any Associate's degree and six years of professional experience OR the equivalent; OR possession of a valid California Community College Teaching Credential appropriate to the discipline. Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master's degree. The professional experience required must be directly related to the faculty member's teaching assignment. Professional experience includes teaching experience. The requirement is for the stated number of years of full-time experience or the equivalent in part-time experience. Unpaid experience may be counted if it entailed responsibilities substantially similar to those of relevant paid positions in the field. A "year" means that period of time which in that occupation is accepted by contract or general agreement as a regular work year for that occupation on a full-time basis. All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university. If you have competed your education at an institution outside of the United States, please see the section below titled "Foreign Transcripts" for additional information.If a vacancy in this discipline becomes available at one of the campuses, the applications in this pool will be reviewed by the hiring department. Only complete application packets that include the required documents and that meet the minimum qualifications (or that have been determined to possess equivalent qualifications) will be reviewed. The candidates deemed most qualified for the position will be invited to an interview. When completing the application and the supplemental questions, it is important to outline in detail your education, training (classes, seminars, workshops), and experience. You will be evaluated based upon the information provided.All applicants, including previous and current VCCCD employees, must submit the following documents with their application in order to be considered. Please be aware that the hiring committee will NOT have access to materials kept in District personnel files, such as transcripts, and such materials will not be considered unless they are included in your application packet. All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. You may submit a new application once every 24 hours, but it must have all of the attachments as listed below. Failure to submit these materials may result in disqualification. Please note that only the most recent application submitted will be considered.1. A completed Ventura County Community College District/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application.All sections of the application must be filled out. Resumes are not a substitute for completing the "Work Experience" section of the employment application.2. Cover Letter.The cover letter of must include the following: A) the date, your name, and the position and locations for which you are applying, B) address your sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and C) provide the screening committee with an understanding of how you will contribute as a fully participating member of the VCCCD community.3. Resume4. Letters of recommendation (recommended, not required)If you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they should be uploaded with your application materials. We will not accept confidential letters of recommendation.5. Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (if applicable)Please see the section titled "Equivalency" under the minimum qualifications above. 6. Complete official or unofficial college/university transcriptsTranscripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred, or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications. Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. If the qualifying degree has yet to be conferred and you expect to have the degree before you begin employment, you must submit transcripts that state the title of the degree you are working toward obtaining and indicate the anticipated completion date in your response to the associated supplemental question provided during the application process. An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon being hired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working until official transcripts have been received.Starting salaries for PT Faculty are based on educational achievement and relevant experience. Initial placement is within the starting salary range. Further advancements are based on longevity and educational growth. Please review the Explanation of Salary Placement for Part-Time Faculty for more information. Part-time faculty with classroom assignments are paid between $2,007 and $3,108 per semester per 10% load. Part-time faculty salaries are governed by the collective bargaining agreement between the Ventura County Federation of College Teachers, AFT, Local 1828, AFL-CIO and the Ventura County Community College District. More information can be found in the AFT contract.Eligible part-time faculty members may participate in the District's medical benefits program in accordance with Section 4.2.E of the AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement. Beginning with the September 2023 open enrollment period, the District contributes toward eligible medical plan premiums for qualifying non-contract faculty members. Eligibility is based on assignment history, load requirements, and other conditions outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.Eligible part-time faculty may enroll in available medical plan options during the annual open enrollment period or during qualifying special enrollment events.Benefit providers available to eligible part-time faculty employees include:Medical: Anthem Blue Cross HMO and PPO Medical Plans, Kaiser Permanente HMO Medical PlansEligible dependents may include a legally married spouse, registered domestic partner, and eligible dependent children up to age 26, regardless of student, marital, employment, or financial dependency status.Part-time faculty retirement participation is provided in accordance with applicable California public retirement system requirements, including CalSTRS, Social Security, and the CalSTRS Cash Balance Plan, as applicable.