Computer Science Instructor

POSITION: Computer Science Instructor

LOCATION: Williston, ND

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Must be eligible to work in the United States. There is no sponsorship for this position.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full time, exempt, 9-month contract, benefitted position. After a preliminary evaluation period, this position may become a tenure-track position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: WSC does require a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to beginning employment.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Computer Science Instructor is responsible for teaching Computer Science (CSCI) courses and for developing CSCI course offerings at Williston State College (WSC). Successful applicant must demonstrate and maintain competence in CSCI throughout employment at the college; teach a course load of an average of 15 credits each semester of CSCI courses; teaching courses during the summer semester is optional for all faculty; regularly evaluate student progress toward course objectives; serve as academic advisor for CSCI students within the college advisement system; and serve on college, divisional and program committees as assigned.

Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Mathematics or a Master’s degree in another discipline and 18 graduate semester hours in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, or Mathematics. Computer software skills and Internet familiarity.

Preferred qualifications Previous teaching experience at the collegiate level. Well demonstrated public speaking and communication skills. Industry experience with multiple programing languages. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook email and Calendar.

SALARY: $48,834 , salary based on WSC Faculty Salary Matrix.

BENEFITS: Fully paid family or single health insurance, life insurance, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, retirement, etc.

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: April 30, 2025.

POSITION START DATE: This position will begin in August of 2025 for the Fall 2025 semester.

ABOUT WSC: WSC is a two-year open enrollment college in northwest North Dakota with the mission to provide accessible, affordable, life changing, and life-long educational pathways to residents of North Dakota, the Upper Plains, and beyond. WSC provides courses for both academic transfer students and career and technical education students.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Fill out the WSC employment application, include a cover letter, resume, copy of college transcriptions and information for three professional references. For questions, contact HR Director, Williston State College, 1410 University Avenue, Williston, ND 58801 or email to harrison.lucas@ndus.edu. (Note: Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.)

CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists.

EO/AA STATEMENT: Williston State College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE NOTICE: Williston State College will be hiring one (1) applicant for this position and will interview the top three (3) candidates. North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

NO SMOKING NOTICE: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.