What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Instructor position at Chemeketa Community College?

Salary : $61,229.00 - $97,476.00 Annually

Location : Salem Campus. Salem, OR

Job Type : Faculty

Job Number : P13050; P15060

Division : 523400 Academic Affairs

Department : 523400 Business Programming & ECE

Opening Date : 01 / 22 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 13 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

JOB INFORMATION

Chemeketa Community College in Salem, Oregon, invites applications for a full-time, 172-day Business faculty position. As a vibrant and innovative teaching institution, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment that supports both associate degree-seeking and transfer students. This position offers the opportunity to engage with students in a range of disciplines including Business Management, Accounting, Office Administration & Technology, and Procurement. We are seeking passionate educators who thrive in diverse settings and are committed to student success through various teaching modalities including online, remote, hybrid, and in-person formats. Faculty members will be integral members of a multi-disciplinary department, contributing to curriculum development and college-wide initiatives, advising, and enhancing the academic experience for our students.

Chemeketa is a proud Hispanic-Serving Institution that aspires to be an inclusive environment where we honor and value the unique contributions of our diverse students, employees, and community. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions that support all students in achieving their educational goals. If you are interested in joining the work of the college to pursue a supportive and inclusive culture, we encourage you to apply.

When applying for this position, please attach the electronic documents listed below. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected as an incomplete application. Any documents you provide that are not listed will not been seen by the Search Committee.

Resume
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts - An electronic copy of your academic transcript(s) from an accredited institution which clearly indicate the degree awarded, and any other applicable information, must be attached with your application if you would like it considered as part of your eligibility for the position. Any applicants who earned academic credentials from outside of the United States and wish to use those credits for consideration must also upload an evaluation of college credit earned at the non-U.S. institution.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Program Responsibilities

Maintains timely communication with program, college departments, and supervisor

Stays current on program goals, processes and outcomes

Participates in program assessment and college accreditation

Attends and assists Program Chair with Advisory Committee meetings

Communicates in a timely manner with students and department personnel

Provides advising to assigned and unassigned students

Participates in informational and promotional activities

Instruction

Teaches classes as assigned, following current approved course outlines

Meets scheduled class times

Prepares and develops materials for assigned classes / labs according to program expectations

Provides students with class syllabi

Delivers course content using appropriate methods for student needs and program curriculum

Meets all scheduled and special classes

Posts and maintains office hours

Maintains records of grades and attendance; reports individual academic grades when required

Embraces appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions; understands and utilizes available technology as communication and data gathering tools

Delivers instruction in a variety of modalities to meet program and student needs including face-to-face, remote, hybrid, and / or online

Course Management & Student Success

Provides a classroom environment conducive to learner growth

Understands, develops, and provides a learning environment that supports student learning and engagement

Maintains student records of grades and attendance in accordance with college procedures and policies

Responds to student inquiries and provides feedback in a timely manner

Communicates available college resources to student

Teaching and Learning Values

Creates a learning climate of mutual respect and fairness

Encourages creative and critical thinking

Engages participants in an active learning process

Facilitates learning that applies to and enriches lives

Encourages student responsibility for learning

Promotes learning as a lifelong process

Institutional Expectations :

Embraces diversity and actively collaborates effectively with a variety of students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic and educational backgrounds

Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level in promotion of student success

Embraces, understands and uses appropriate technology tools to accomplish job functions

Provides high quality, effective service to internal and external customers through continuous improvement and adoption of lean office practices

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Your application will be scored based on the minimum qualifications, core competencies, and preferred qualifications. If you are unsure whether you meet all of the qualifications listed below, we encourage you to apply and address through your application materials all of the relevant education, transferable skills, and related experience that makes you a great candidate for this position. Please ensure you include all information on your application which you wish to be considered.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Business Administration

Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Management, Financial Management or a closely related field that includes 24 graduate-level subject area quarter credits

Core Competencies

Ability to work with a diverse population

College-level communication skills

Computer literate

Demonstrable experience providing culturally responsive instruction

Bicultural / multicultural skills sufficient to select appropriate behaviors, values and attitudes within different cultures during interactions with others

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using a learning management system for teaching online / hybrid courses and other distance technologies

Experience teaching or training adults and individuals from diverse backgrounds in educational or business settings

Proficiency with office productivity suites and various software packages, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience teaching accounting courses

Experience teaching business management courses

Experience teaching office-related courses, such as Office Procedures, Office Management, Records Management, Customer Service, Desktop Publishing, Keyboarding, Business English, Proofreading and Editing

Possession of special licenses or certifications, such as CPA, CMA, CGFM, CIA, EA, or CFP, or experience with computerized accounting systems

Industry experience in procurement and supply chain management

Three years of relevant work experience in the accounting field, office administration, or business

Bilingual English / Spanish

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a 100%, 10-month faculty assignment of the F9 band and grade

All positions at Chemeketa are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college.

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and / or weekends

This position may require the use of your personal vehicle for transportation between campus locations

If requested, you must supply official transcripts within 30-days of hire

Employees must maintain Oregon, Washington or Idaho residency as a condition of employment.

Successful applicants for designated positions must successfully pass a background inquiry, which may include criminal, driving, credit and full background checks. Only information relevant to the position will be considered. An individual with negative information on their background inquiry will not necessarily be denied employment.

Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light Work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Even though weight lifted may be negligible, it may be rated light work if frequent walking and / or standing is required.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Chemeketa Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.

For information regarding Veterans' Preference qualifications, visit

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

One of the following :

MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) -OR-

Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension -OR-

Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate

In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following :

A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs -OR-

Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at

Please Not e : As part of the first round of screening, the committee will conduct an anonymous review of the application materials and will not be able to view any personally identifiable information. Please be sure that your application is complete and thoroughly depicts how you meet the minimum qualifications, core competencies and preferred qualifications.

Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Chemeketa makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

Chemeketa Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Chemeketa Community College prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the following :

Or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy, and interfering with rights or privileges granted under federal, state or local laws.

Under College policies, equal opportunity for employment, admission, and participation in the College's programs, services, and activities will be extended to all persons, and the College will promote equal opportunity and treatment through application of its policies and other College efforts designed for that purpose. All persons having questions or concerns related to Equal Employment Opportunity or Affirmative Action should contact the Affirmative Action Officer at 503.315.4586, 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem OR 97305.

Persons having questions or concerns about Title IX, which includes gender based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, interpersonal violence, and stalking, contact the Title IX coordinator at 503-584-7323, 4000 Lancaster Dr. NE, Salem, OR 97305, or http : / / go.chemeketa.edu / titleix. Individuals may also contact the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), 810 3rd Avenue #750, Seattle, WA 98104, 206.607.1600. To request this publication in an alternative format, please call 503.399.5192.

In addition to a rewarding and energizing career opportunity, Chemeketa offers a comprehensive benefits package to all salaried Chemeketa employees and eligible dependents. Benefits available to Chemeketa employee's include :

Core Benefits : Complete health insurance package, employer-paid group life insurance, Long term disability insurance, employee assistance programs

Voluntary Benefits : Voluntary life insurance, long term care insurance, AFLAC cancer insurance, flexible spending accounts.

Qualifying employees will receive contributions to the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) as well as the opportunity to enroll in optional 403(b) and 457(b) deferred compensation plans.

Additional perks of joining the Chemeketa team include tuition waiver for employees and their qualifying dependents, on-campus wellness activities, and generous leave policies.

Please select the response from below that most closely matches your highest level of education as related to this position. To receive full consideration, your application and your attached transcript(s) must clearly support your response.

I have not received a High School Diploma or GED

I have a High School Diploma or GED

I have completed some college coursework but have not received a degree

I have an Associate degree from an accredited institution

I have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

I have completed some graduate coursework but have not received a degree

I have a Master's degree from an accredited institution

I have a Doctorate degree from an accredited institution

Please indicate the number of years of experience that you possess teaching in a variety of modalities including face-to-face, remote, hybrid, and / or online.

No experience

Less than one year of experience

One year of experience or more, but less than two years of experience

Two years of experience or more, but less than three years of experience

Three years of experience or more, but less than four years of experience

Four years of experience or more, but less than five years of experience

Five years of experience or more

I understand that my application will not be considered unless I :

Attach all required documents as specified in the job announcement.

Submit a complete application form which clearly demonstrates the minimum qualifications for the position.

Have removed my social security number from all my documents, including transcripts. Please review the supplemental information section of the job announcement for specific information about required documents. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the committee.

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