REVISED **FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 22, 2023**

*This job posting has been extended from December 9, 2022 through January 22, 2023*

COMPENSATION: 

Initial salary placement ranges from $55,714 to $87,247, based upon education and experience. The current faculty salary schedule includes five classes and twenty steps with a maximum annual salary of $116,888.  A District-paid comprehensive benefit package which includes medical, dental and vision insurances for the employee and dependents, and a $50,000 employee life insurance policy are provided. For the most updated information please visit our benefits web page.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Teaching various courses in the Biology department, with  emphasis in general human biology.

Working with other faculty in designing new laboratory activities and revising existing laboratory activities.

Participating in program and curriculum development, student learning outcomes and assessment, as well as the department mission statement, master plan, and master plan updates.

Teaching scheduled classes and performing related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities.

Complying with District policies and procedures in the performance of all duties.

Participating in staff development activities and keeping up with the latest news and developments in the biological sciences.

Serving on area and college-wide committees as necessary to support and enrich the instructional program.

Demonstrating sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of students and colleagues.

Promoting the success of a diverse student population through careful preparation of course materials and effective teaching methodologies.

Maintaining a visible presence on campus in order to be available to regularly and actively participate in department meetings and other activities.

Providing critical feedback on all assignments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's in any biological science OR bachelor's in any biological science AND master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science OR the equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) year teaching experience preferred at Community College level.
• Ability to teach two or more of the following: Cell and Molecular, Human Biology, General Biology and Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy.

California Community Colleges. See their website: California Community Colleges   for the most current minimum qualifications for faculty in California Community Colleges. The Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook can be viewed at:  2021 Minimum Qualifications Handbook If you feel you have equivalent qualifications, please review the supplemental information for Faculty Equivalency Qualifications can be viewed at: Faculty Equivalency Qualifications

Submit your request for equivalency ONLY IF your education and/or experience are different, but equivalent, to the minimum qualifications stated in the job announcement. If you have additional questions please contact Human Resources directly at (760) 245-4271 Ext. 2486.

Some specialized courses may require specific certificates (must meet minimum content requirements specified by outside/other agencies based on accreditation).
 
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: 
Office, classroom, lab and/or on-line environment. Position requires ability to communicate and exchange information. The assignment may include day, weekend, and/or evening classes on campus and/or at off campus locations. Position requires ability and schedule flexibility to accommodate active participation in College and Department Outreach Events such as College and Career Fairs and College and Community Presentations.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of college coursework in Cell & Molecular, Human Biology, General Biology, and Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
Ability to use advanced technology in the classroom
Ability to work well with others
Ability to use Canvas or other LMS platforms
Ability to teach various modalities, including online, hybrid and face-to-face
Ability to interact with others (faculty, staff, students, administration)

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 

To be considered a candidate for this position, all materials required should be received at the Victor Valley College Office of Human Resources by the First Review Date of November 10, 2022. Application materials will be accepted after this date, however, if a file is not complete by the First Review Date, the application may not be considered by the Screening Committee.

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

You may check your status at any time by logging into Victor Valley College Online Application Site at School Jobs  with your username and password.

It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all requested materials are received. All materials included in the application packet become District property, will not be returned, and will not be copied.

All information qualifying an applicant for the position must be included on the Victor Valley College Application. To assist the District in determining whether an applicant meets the minimum requirements, descriptions of an applicant's present and past job duties should include details pertinent to the position for which he/she is applying.

Please note, the only form of communication you will receive throughout the recruiting and hiring process will be through email. It is your responsibility to check your email for any upcoming testing and/or interview dates. 

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application, that applicant will be disqualified.

It is not unusual for the District to receive hundreds of applications for a position. For this reason, it is advantageous to make the application as easy to review as possible.

Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position must apply for each position separately.

A complete file consists of all of the following:
 1. A completed Victor Valley College application electronic form
 2. A letter expressing interest in the position
 3. A current resume
 4. Copies of transcripts showing college degrees and coursework. NOTE: Degrees must be from an accredited institution. It is the responsibility of the candidate to include U.S. evaluations of non-U.S. transcripts with their application. Link to - State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/docs/default-source/leaflets/cl635.pdf?sfvrsn=bb4f6e6a_2

5. Supplemental Application for Equivalent Qualifications (if applicable)