Assistant Professor Computer Information Systems, Tenure Track

　　Assistant Professor Computer Information Systems,

　　Tenure Track

　　Job ID 1630

　　January 16, 2024

　　Department: Computer Information Systems (CIS)

　　Employee Group: Faculty Association

　　Start Date: Fall 2024

　　Schedule: 32 weeks (Fall & Winter Semesters)

　　Compensation: Consistent with https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/2022-2025%20Faculty%20Association%20contract.docx.pdf (Page #109)

　　Benefits: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/benefits-insurance/medical-plans/new-hire-benefit-enrollment

　　Reports to: Associate Dean, School of STEM

　　Posting Closes: February 16, 2024

　　SUMMARY

　　GRCC is seeking candidates to teach Computer Information Systems (CIS) courses in the Fall and Winter semesters at our downtown campus, online, and various regional sites.

　　GRCC is seeking faculty who possess an interest in working with diverse student populations from a wide range of age, ethnicity, national origin and ability; engage in and develop innovative teaching strategies; effectively assess student learning outcomes; demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development; and provide service to our students, the college, and our community at large.

　　Faculty members are responsible to GRCC and to each other for the successful completion of departmental work as well as work associated with the School of STEM and GRCC as a whole. In addition to the major position responsibilities, it is expected that faculty demonstrate outstanding communications skills, collaborate effectively, exercise personal initiative to overcome obstacles, and work efficiently to meet deadlines. In an environment where innovation is valued, each faculty member will take responsibility to perform their work in a manner consistent with both the letter and the spirit of GRCC values.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

　　• Teach programming courses in the CIS department.• Effectively assess, document, and advise students regarding their academic performance.• Create a safe and inclusive learning environment for students.• Utilize multiple strategies to facilitate learning, i.e. small group work, workshops, etc.• Work with tenured faculty, adjunct faculty, and assigned mentors to ensure consistent standards and instructional practices within each course.• Incorporate new technologies and methods that enhance teaching and learning into his/her instructional methods.• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain expertise current with industry standards.• Advise students on curriculum, academic programs, employment, and career goals.

　　JOB SPECIFICATIONS

　　Education Credentials

　　• Bachelor's degree in CIS or a closely related field required. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree will be considered with the understanding that a Master's degree must be achieved prior to receiving tenure (4 years).• Master Or Ph.D. s degree in CIS or a closely related field preferred.

　　Work Experience

　　• Minimum of two year's work experience in subject area required.• Successful teaching experience at a community college or experience working with adult learners preferred.

　　Skills

　　• Excellent written and oral communication skills.• Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving abilities.• Ability to perform routine and unexpected duties with minimum supervision.

　　Physical Demands

　　• Must have the physical capacity for lifting up to 25lbs.

　　Mental Demands

　　• An understanding of and appreciation for the community college philosophy and student population.• An interest in teaching college-level material to high school students as part of a middle college or dual enrollment program.• An interest in working with diverse student populations who