What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, Accounting position at Howard Community College?
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Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.
Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!
Position Title
Instructor, Accounting
FLSA
FT/PT
Full Time
Hours Per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
M-F 8:30-5:00; Flexible
Grade
Minimum Compensation
General Responsibilities
Howard Community College invites applicants for a full-time, 12-month position in Accounting. Position is effective July 2025.
HCC offers accounting courses for an A.A. degree in Accounting, a CPA Candidacy Certificate and a Certified Bookkeeper Certificate. This position requires the candidate to demonstrate the ability to teach successfully, practice excellent communication skills with all colleagues, faculty and students, demonstrate proficient technology skills, show a strong commitment to teaching excellence, have demonstrable interest in creative achievement, and commitment to the community college mission. Successful candidates will demonstrate leadership competency. Teaching responsibilities may include a combination of online, hybrid or face to face (day or evening) courses.
Work Performed
Position duties include teaching HCCs various accounting courses, preparing relevant teaching and assessment materials, engaging and advising students toward academic and career plan, writing syllabi with course expectations and objectives, timely grading of course work, submitting required reports, participating in college and community responsibilities, coordinating accounting courses, coordinating responsibilities with other faculty and staff, and hiring and coordinating as appropriate for adjunct faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Minimum Education Required
Master’s degree
Minimum Number of Years Experience Required
1
Other Knowledge Required
Required Qualifications:
- A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, professional accounting experience, and capability of teaching college level courses.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or master’s degree credit equivalent in Accounting is preferred.
- Availability for evening CPA candidacy advising or classes is preferred.
Working Conditions
Supervisory Postion?
No
Division
Teaching and Learning (Div)
Department
Teaching and Learning Office
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
B438P
Number of Vacancies
1
Best Consideration Date
03/15/2025
Job Open Date
01/24/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Job Category
Faculty
Benefits Summary
Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor’s degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor’s degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor’s degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.
Applicant Instructions
*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.
HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.
Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college’s application in full).
HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.
Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college’s application in full).
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/4431
EEO Statement
Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.
HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.
