Part-time Advanced Manufacturing Professor - Continuous Pool

Overview Can you create and maintain a welcoming and supportive environment with students of diverse multicultural, socioeconomic, and academic backgrounds? Are you eager to work collaboratively to find innovative ways to improve student success? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our Workforce, Professional and Technical Education & STEM department. We value collaboration and are dedicated to guiding students toward the achievement of their academic and career goals. Clark College is currently seeking to fill a part-time Advanced Manufacturing Professor position at Clark College’s Boschma Farms (Ridgefield) Center. The Advanced Manufacturing Department offers an Associate of Applied Technology, a Certificate of Proficiency (Manufacturing Operator), and a Certificate of Achievement (Intro to Manufacturing). Primary teaching duties include Manual, Additive, and Subtractive Manufacturing, Welding, Robotics, Applied Metrology, Computer Aided Machining, Systems Integration, and Blueprint and Schematics Reading. The successful candidate will play an integral role in leading the department and ensuring the relevance and alignment of the Advanced Manufacturing Program with current industry standards, along with developing and implementing the vision of the manufacturing-related programs at Clark College. Note: This part‑time position is open for applications year‑round. Applicants must be available to teach during daytime, evening, or weekend hours. Positions will be filled as program needs arise. Position Responsibilities General Faculty Responsibilities Instruct all classes as an expert in the discipline using active learning approaches that engage and facilitate student learning. Strive to enhance teaching and learning techniques. Participate in decision‑making processes by taking part in department and college committees. Work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds. Understand and commit to the mission of Clark College. Work cooperatively in a variety of department‑level activities and college or company‑wide projects. Pursue professional development to enhance teaching and learning in the department and College. Position‑Specific Responsibilities Provide lab coordination, including instructional equipment support, equipment purchasing, and storage functions. Establish safety procedures for proper handling, storage, and disposal of equipment, tools, and hazardous materials, and train staff to safely maintain and dispose of waste. Advise and assist students in their educational and career development. Obtain and maintain professional‑technical certification requirements. Participate in program, curriculum development, and assessment activities. Work collaboratively with colleagues, businesses, advisory committees, and other educational partners to create unique learning opportunities at Clark College. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications and Competencies Associate degree in an Advanced Manufacturing discipline or closely related field **and** four (4) years of industry‑related experience, or Bachelor's degree in an Advanced Manufacturing discipline or closely related field **and** two (2) years of industry‑related experience, or eight (8) years of industry‑related experience. Familiarity with current industry practices in advanced manufacturing environments. Ability to teach the Advanced manufacturing curriculum. Demonstrated work experience in at least one of the following key areas: Industrial Three‑Phase Electric Motor Control Systems Installation, Troubleshooting and Repair. Mechanical Power Transmission Systems Installation, Troubleshooting and Repair. Robotics Control Systems Interfacing, Installation, Troubleshooting and Repair. Salary Statement Lecture hourly rate: $93.18 Lab hourly rate: $79.59 Application Process Required Online Application Materials: Clark College Online Application, including names of three references. Cover letter addressing experience and qualifications for the position. Current resume. Responses to supplemental questions included in the online application. Please apply online at To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Condition of Employment Prior to hiring, a background check, including a sexual misconduct background check as required under RCW 28B.112.080, will be conducted. Results will be considered when determining suitability for the position. Upon hiring, Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) require a Vocational Certification Plan to be in place before the first day of classes. Vocational Certification is a condition of continued employment for all professional technical education personnel. Clark College does not currently sponsor H‑1B visas. Disability Accommodations Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by video phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io. EEO Statement Clark College values equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees. Our Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development and provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community on diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross‑Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference. Clark College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non‑discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and affirmative action: Michelle Jenkins, Director of Labor and Compliance, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 122, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke‑free/drug‑free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clark College