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Job Vacancy Announcement Detail
| Employer: | Northern Marianas College |
| DBA: | Northern Marianas College |
| Address: | P.O. Box 501250 Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands 96950 United States |
| Phone: | 670-234-5498 |
| Other Number: | 670-237-6857 |
| Contact Northern Marianas College via email | |
| Job Vacancy Announcement | JVA |
| JVA Type: | Renewal |
| Island | Saipan |
| FLSA Covered? | Yes, covered |
| DOD related? | Not Indicated |
| PERM related? * | No |
| VEVRAA related? | Not Indicated |
| Original Number of Openings: | 1 |
| Number of Openings Currently Available | 1 |
| Specific Worksite location: | Northern Marianas College |
| Job Classification: | Education, Training, and Library Occupations |
| Job Title: | Instructor, Business/Computer Applications |
| Announcement Number: | 14-06-27839 |
| Job Classification: | Education, Training, and Library Occupations |
| Opening Date: | 6/23/2014 |
| Closing Date: | 7/8/2014 |
| Salary Range: | $41527.83 to $42981.3 / Annually |
| Job Title: | Instructor, Business/Computer Applications |
| Job Duties: | Nature of the Position: This position is located in the Business Department, within the Academic Programs and Services division, report to the Business Department Chair, and is charged with the responsibility of assisting the College to fulfill its educational mission by providing instruction in various Computer Applications, Computer Science, and/or General Business courses. Courses that may be taught include, but are not limited to Introduction to Computers (CS 103), Spreadsheet Applications (CS 150), Introduction to Web Site Design (CS 222), and Introduction to Programming (CS 227). Other Business courses that this position may be requested to teach include and/or Keyboarding/ Typewriting (OT 101). The position may also be tasked with developing new Computer courses based upon student and/or community demand for such. Duties and Responsibilities: • Participates in Program Review and Assessment activities. This includes, but is not limited to, course level assessment for all courses taught by the position, lead role in program level assessment for the Computer Applications program, chairing a Computer Applications/Programming program advisory council, and supportive role in program level assessment for other Business degree programs and overall institutional assessment. • Provides high quality service to students and the community. • Teach at least 30 credit hours per academic year (Fall and Spring semesters) in the areas of Computer Applications, Computer Science, and/or Business. • Uses a variety of teaching methods designed to enhance student learning, reading and writing proficiency, interpretive abilities, and the development of critical thinking skills. • Provides academic advising for Computer Applications and other Business majors and assists students in registration. • Prepares and revises curriculum, course guides, and syllabi for courses taught. • Reviews textbooks and other curricular materials for adoption, and recommended books to NMC Library to support courses. • Develops, administers, evaluates, and scores tests and exams for courses taught. • Assists students in supplementing classroom learning through practical internship and work-study programs. • Evaluates students learning, records, submits course grades, and maintains records of student performance. • Maintains office hours for consultation with students. • Exhibits sensitivity of students’ personal, cultural, and gender differences in a non-threatening learning environment. • Participates in faculty meetings, workshops, conferences, and available professional development activities. • Participates in departmental and/or institutional committee work and other college-wide activities. • Participates in community activities for College representation, student recruitment, and other purposes of institutional advancement, as assigned. • Assists the Department Chair, as requested, by conducting classroom observations of department faculty, both full-time and adjunct, and submit written reports of these observations to the Department Chair for faculty evaluation purposes. • Reviews the qualifications of adjunct faculty to teach courses within the employee’s areas of expertise, and makes recommendations to the Department Chair for certification of hiring. • Assists the department in developing, revising, and implementing goals and objectives related to areas of expertise. • Works cooperatively with other departments in implementing NMC’s mission. • Strives to continuously improve program quality, teaching effectiveness, and professional competence. • Participates in ongoing departmental efforts to improve curriculum and the teaching-learning environment. • Shows commitment to work in an environment committed to Total Quality Improvement (TQI). • For purposes for evaluation, develops and maintains a Performance Portfolio which documents teaching performance and outcomes, demonstrates involvement and achievement in College and community activities, and reflects continuous professional growth. • Provides information and assistance to the Department Chair in budget matters relating to the Computer Applications and Business degree programs. • Submits information on activities, accomplishments, and problems/concerns for monthly reports to the Department Chair. • Provides the Department Chair with information for textbook orders. • Maintains a good working relationship with department personnel and other College employees. • Adheres to College policies and procedures. • Performs other duties as requested and assigned. |
| High School Diploma Required? | Undetermined |
| Qualification Requirements: | Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or Master’s degree AND 18 graduate credit hours in Computer Science or Information Technology. All post-secondary education degrees must be from a U.S. Department of Education recognized and accredited institution. All faculty candidates must demonstrate their knowledge of the subject matter that they will teach, as well as their abilities to effectively teach in the assigned discipline. All candidates must have a demonstrable ability to work with various College stakeholders in a respectable and collegiate manner. |
| Full or Part Time: | Full Time |
| Hours per Week: | 40 |
| Hours per Day: | 8 |
| Payment Frequency: | Bi-Weekly |
| Overtime Available: | No |
| Overtime Rate: | $0 - $0 |
| Rate x 1.5 per hour Exempted: | No |
| Specify All Payroll Deductions: | |
| Required tools, supplies and Equipment to be provided: | |
| Anticipated starting date of employment: | Not Indicated |
| Anticipated closing date of employment: | Not Indicated |
| Housing Provided: | No |
| Food Provided: | No |
| Transportation required: | No |
| If transportation is required, daily transportation to and from the worksite(s) will be provided to the workers. Daily pick-up place(s) will be at: | |
| Fringe Benefits: | |
| Comments: | How to Apply: Employment application forms are available at the Human Resources Office of the College and a pdf. file can be downloaded from our website: http://www.marianas.edu using Adobe Acrobat. Please submit the following documents to the HR Office: Complete Employment Application Form, Authorization for Release of Prior Employment Information/Consent to Background Check, Copies of all required/preferred degree/diplomas, and Copies of transcripts of all required/preferred degrees/diplomas (except high school). Optional: Cover Letter and Resume (Does not substitute for content that should be on the Employment Application). In your cover letter, please explain your teaching philosophy and describe your potential to contribute to the diverse NMC family and its mission. Finally, please provide examples of recent scholarly work. Failure to submit all these documents by the closing date will be acknowledged as incomplete and will be denied for consideration. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification (I-9) document form upon hire. NOTICE: NMC perpetually solicits applications for part-time/adjunct faculty in all teaching disciplines. Qualified individuals interested in teaching (online or on-site) are encouraged to apply. All applicants must include transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions attended, together with a resume and a completed and signed application for consideration. |