What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technology Instructor - Temporary/Part-time (TPT) position at Ridgewater College?
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Working Title:
Veterinary Technology Instructor - Temporary/Part-time (TPT)
Institution:
Ridgewater College
Classification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
210: Minnesota State College Faculty
City:
RIDG - Willmar Campus
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Part time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)
Salary Range:
$0.00 - $0.00
Job Description
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has granted Ridgewater College’s Veterinary Technology program full accreditation since 1993. This program helps ensure that students in small, personal classes learn exactly what future employers demand. Students are set up for success through extensive hands-on lab experiences in the campus Paws and Claws clinic as well as at community partner facilities.
This faculty position is responsible for instructing students in hands-on laboratory and clinical techniques essential for veterinary practice within our laboratory techniques and clinical skills courses. This position involves teaching, curriculum development, student mentorship, and maintaining compliance with accreditation standards.
Additional course instruction to be determined upon hiring. Applicant must demonstrate a knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations.
Wage: $16,548 - $27,624 (the position would likely teach 6 credits for fall & 6 credits for spring semester and the rate is $1,379-$2,302 per credit)
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirement:
- Associate degree in veterinary technology from an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited program or doctorate in veterinary medicine.
Occupational Experience Requirement:
- Three full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in veterinary medicine or technology.
Recency Requirement:
- One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years
Professional Requirement:
- Current Minnesota certification as a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or current Minnesota license as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.).
Preferred Qualification
- Experience in laboratory techniques and clinical procedures
- Updated on advancements in veterinary laboratory techniques, technology, and equipment
- Knowledge of safety and biosecurity protocols in veterinary medicine
- Fear Free certification
Other Requirements
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Three days per week during the academic year, Monday-Friday, plus office time for student success and department meetings
Telework (Yes/No)
No
About
Why Work For Us
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Minnesota State offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Academic Year Contract
- Medical Insurance (Single Coverage $38.50 per month and Family Coverage is $262.66 per month)
- Dental Insurance (low deductibles)
- Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
- Retirement Plan
- Tax-deferred Compensation
- Generous vacation and sick leave
Benefits eligibility is determined on spring semester credit load and if the hired individual is assigned six or more credits for spring 2026, they will be eligible for benefits beginning of spring semester 2026 with partial employer contribution.
Institution Information
MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.
VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
- Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.
- Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.
- Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.
- Trust and Respect – We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.
- Collaboration – We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.
- Curiosity and Creativity – We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve.
- Accountability – As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
04-14-2025
Position End Date:
04-30-2025
Open Date:
03-03-2025
Close Date:
03-31-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Felicia Mary Telecky
Posting Contact Email:
pr7159gc@minnstate.eduSalary : $39 - $263
