Chemistry Instructor
Ventura County Community College District
Salary:
Job Type: Full-Time Faculty: Tenure-Track
Job Number: 2025-00490
Location: Ventura College (Ventura CA), CA
Department: VC – Academic Affairs
Closing: 4/1/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Under the general direction of a dean, an Instructor provides
comprehensive classroom instruction to students from diverse
backgrounds for the purpose of facilitating the attainment of their
academic or vocational objectives.
There is currently one full time, tenure-track position at Ventura
College that will begin during the Fall 2025 semester, pending
board approval.
Information about the chemistry program can be found here: Chemistry
Please note that all academic employees of the District are
scheduled depending upon staffing needs as defined within the terms
of the VCCCD/AFT Agreement. Nontraditional assignments such as
evening, weekend, or off-site assignments may be made with consent
of faculty member, management or when special conditions exist on a
campus as defined.
WHERE YOU’LL WORK
Established in 1925, Ventura College was one of the first community
colleges in California and currently has an enrollment of 14,500
students. Located approximately 60 miles north of Los Angeles and
30 miles south of Santa Barbara, the 112-acre campus is set in the
rolling hills of Ventura – so close to the ocean that there is a
clear view of the Channel Islands from several spots on
campus
More information can be found on the Ventura
College website.
WHO WE ARE
The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public
community college district serving residents throughout Ventura
County. VCCCD’s three colleges – Moorpark College, Oxnard College,
and Ventura College – offer programs for transfer to four-year
colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills
instruction; as well as community service, economic development,
and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and
skills improvement.
The Ventura County Community College District recognizes that a
diverse community of faculty, staff, and administrators promotes
academic excellence and creates an inclusive educational and work
environment for its employees, contractors, students, and the
community it serves. With the understanding that a diverse
community fosters multicultural awareness, promotes mutual
understanding and respect, and provides role models for all
students, VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse
and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff members
who are dedicated to the success of all college students.
The Ventura County Community College District does not engage in
any employment practice that discriminates against any employee or
applicant for employment on the basis of ethnic group
identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status,
ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex,
religion, transgender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran
status, and/or physical or mental disability.
Representative Duties
Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or
performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities,
communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among
students through appropriate assignments and activities in
one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional
settings. E
Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other
institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and
effective study skills; refer students to support services,
programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.
E
Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course
objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments,
projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a
timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during
established consultation office hours.
E
Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines
and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in
alignment with department, college, and district goals; implement
the student performance objectives as listed on the official course
outline of record. E
Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment,
attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and
student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports
related to course and student progress in a timely manner.
E
Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks,
manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with
discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to
campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.
E
Participate in curriculum and program development; update syllabi;
collaborate with discipline faculty on a regular basis to assess
and revise measurable student performance indicators for each
course; may provide input into the development of student learning
outcomes. E
Revise and update course content and materials of instruction in
accordance with new theory, application, and industry developments
within the discipline or area of specialization.
E
Attend and participate on committees and in department, division,
campus, and district meetings; may participate in articulation and
matriculation related activities.
May provide work direction to others.
Perform related duties as assigned.
E = Essential duties
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the
discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board
of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty
and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook.
Master’s in chemistry OR Bachelor’s in chemistry
or biochemistry AND Master’s in biochemistry,
chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology
or geochemistry OR the equivalent*;
OR Possession of an appropriate California
Community College Credential.
All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or
university.
If you have completed your education at an institution outside of
the United States, please see the section below titled “Foreign
Transcripts” for additional information.
*EQUIVALENCY
The Ventura County Community College District, in its desire to
select outstanding faculty members from the largest possible pool
of qualified applicants, recognizes the fact that candidates may
attain expertise in a discipline through a variety of means.
Certain combinations of education, experience and other
accomplishments in the field may be judged by the District as equal
to the stated minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates
whose transcripts do not list the title of their degree exactly as
listed above, but feel they possess such equivalent qualifications
are encouraged to complete and submit the
Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (Download PDF
reader)(Download PDF reader) with their application
for review by the Districtwide Equivalency Committee.
Example:
Minimum Qualifications state: “Master’s degree in
agriculture”.
Candidate’s transcripts state: “Master’s degree in agricultural
science”.
Since the degree on the candidate’s transcripts in
the example do not EXACTLY MATCH the degree listed in the minimum
qualifications section, this candidate MUST complete the
Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (Download PDF
reader) in order to be considered (Download PDF reader). When completing
the form, be sure to explain in detail how your qualifications are
equivalent to the required minimum qualifications. Do not assume
that you do not need to submit a Supplemental Questionnaire for
Equivalency because your degree is similar to a degree stated in
the minimum qualifications. Degree titles that are not an exact
match will not be considered outside of the equivalency
process.
The equivalency review is an independent
process for district wide disciplines that is separate from the
recruitment process to fill a vacancy. A subcommittee of discipline
experts that is coordinated by an Academic Senate President will
review the equivalency materials and make a recommendation as to
whether or not the applicant demonstrated they have qualifications
that are equivalent to those shown in the minimum qualifications
section of the job posting. For disciplines that are unique to a
specific campus the equivalency may be done by the hiring committee
along with an Academic Senate President. Please be aware that the
hiring committee may not be able to wait for the results from the
equivalency review due to various time constraints and may need to
move forward with the recruitment process.
For further details regarding equivalency and the criteria by
which equivalency may be granted, please review VCCCD
Board Policy 7211 and VCCCD
Administrative Policy 7211.
Supplemental Information
SELECTION PROCESS
A screening committee will review and screen all applications and
associated materials. The candidates deemed most qualified for the
position will be invited to an interview. When completing the
application and the supplemental questions, it is important to
outline in detail your education, training (classes, seminars,
workshops), and experience. You will be evaluated based upon the
information provided.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
If you need assistance using the online application system please
contact the GovernmentJobs.com applicant support line at (855)
524-5627 between the hours of 6 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time, Monday
through Friday.
All applicants, including previous and current VCCCD employees,
must submit the following documents with their application in order
to be considered. Please be aware that the hiring committee will
NOT have access to materials kept in District personnel files, such
as transcripts, and such materials will not be considered unless
they are included in your application packet. All required
documents must be submitted by the applicant by the date and time
specified on the job posting. Failure to submit these materials may
result in disqualification.
ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO
MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.
1. A completed Ventura County Community College
District/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application.
All sections of the application must be filled out. Resumes are not
a substitute for completing the “Work Experience” section of the
employment application.
2. Cover Letter
The cover letter of must include the following: A) the date, your
name, and the position and locations for which you are applying, B)
address your sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse
academic, social, economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic
backgrounds of community college students, and C) provide the
screening committee with an understanding of how you will
contribute as a fully participating member of the VCCCD
community.
3. Resume
4. Letters of recommendation (recommended, not required)
If you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they should be
uploaded with your application materials. We will not accept
confidential letters of recommendation.
5. Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (if applicable)
Please see the section titled “Equivalency” under the minimum
qualifications above.
6. Complete official or unofficial college/university
transcripts
Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was
conferred, or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of
determining if you meet minimum qualifications. Copies of diplomas
will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. If the qualifying
degree has yet to be conferred and you expect to have the degree
before you begin employment, you must submit transcripts that state
the title of the degree you are working toward obtaining and
indicate the anticipated completion date in your response to the
associated supplemental question provided during the application
process. An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon
being hired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working until
official transcripts have been received.
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS
If you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that is
not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education
Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, you must
include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with
your application materials if you wish for us to consider the
coursework. Please include a copy of the foreign transcript that
was evaluated. Visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation
(CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education to search
for institutions that are recognized as accredited.
If you need your transcripts evaluated, please
review the list of agencies approved for foreign
transcript evaluation (Download PDF
reader). If applicable, an
official copy of your foreign transcript evaluation will also be
required upon hire.
PAY PHILOSOPHY
Annual salary is based on a ten month contract. Salary is
commensurate with academic preparation and experience for placement
on the salary schedule. Maximum advanced salary placement credit
for prior experience is 7 steps on the fulltime academic salary schedule
(Download
PDF reader). Further advancements are based on longevity and
educational growth. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, and
vision insurance plans for you and your eligible dependents.
SALARY RANGE
$60,391 – $126,810
STARTING SALARY:
$60,391 – $105,677
ACCOMMODATIONS
Individuals who are invited to participate in the interview process
who require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, must
notify the Ventura County Community College District Human
Resources Department in writing at least two business days prior to
the interview. Those applicants needing such accommodations should
document this request in an email to HRMail@vcccd.edu and include an
explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to
participate in the selection process.
For more information about the recruitment process at VCCCD,
including responses to Frequently Asked Questions, please visit our
Academic Careers page.
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