Staff

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide instruction to students in a correctional setting using a variety of methods; adjust teaching styles to meet the needs of a diverse student population; prepare instructional materials, lesson plans, classroom and laboratory presentations, public presentations, and assisting students in achieving educational goals; assess student needs and goals; determine student placement in program; evaluating student skills and assessing student progress for program continuation or completion; preparing official records, forms and related documentation requirements within established timelines; developing, researching, reviewing and/or revising curriculum; selecting texts, equipment, and materials including evaluation of alternative delivery methods of instruction; may serve as a resource for instructional staff throughout the program in specialized areas of instruction; performing other duties of a similar nature or level.

Successful candidate will have experience working with:

• Coordinating and communicating with contractor and students for hands on learning opportunities.
• Setting up education site under contract
• Evaluating equipment used in program
• Inventory of lab and associated equipment

Successful candidate will have knowledge of:

• Instruction principles and methods
• Curriculum development
• Instructional material evaluation and selection techniques
• Non-traditional, student-centered approaches to instruction

Successful candidate will have the ability to:

• Prioritize and assign work
• Instruct adult learners
• Prepare a variety of reports
• Implement course materials
• Maintain currency in changing and available technologies in subject matter area
• Adapt instruction to meet individual needs
• Speak in public
• Develop curricula and lesson plans
• Adapt to a unique teaching environment
• Work in a collaborative environment
• Communicate, use effective interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers supervisors, and the general public sufficient to receive work direction

POSITION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Pass criminal background and fingerprint check, urinalysis, have clear tuberculosis test results.

Required Training and Experience: Two years of teaching experience and a Bachelor Degree in CIS, MIS, Management Science and Computer Systems, etc. or a related area; or an equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Licensing Requirements:

• Possess Pima Community College faculty certification in appropriate discipline or ability to obtain certification as faculty in the appropriate discipline
• Valid Arizona Drivers License

METHOD OF EVALUATION: Applicants who submit complete application packets (required application materials are listed in the “How to Apply” section below) will be evaluated on their possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and attributes that have been identified as important to successful performance in the position. 

OTHER INFORMATION: A flexible schedule (including evenings) is required for this position in order to meet customer needs. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon continued funding through designated external sources. For continued consideration, this position requires that the applicant pass the Arizona Department of Corrections and Federal Correctional Institute security background checks.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants must submit the following materials to the address listed below:

1. Complete and signed “Pima Community College Application for Employment – Staff Position”. Do not say, "See résumé" in lieu of a completed application.
2. Complete and updated résumé.
3. Letter of interest (not to exceed two pages) that describes your experience, education, and training that meets the requirements of the position as shown in this announcement.

In addition:

• Applicants with disabilities may request that special accommodations be made to complete the selection process. To request a reasonable accommodation, a minimum of 5 working days’ advance notice is requested. Contact (520) 206-4624.
• Applications will not be considered complete until all of the items listed under “How to Apply” have been received by District Human Resources office by 4:45 p.m. MST on the closing date.
• Incomplete, illegible, or late application materials will not be considered.
• The College reserves the right to interview only those applicants deemed most qualified.
• Candidates are responsible for their own travel expenses at any stage of the screening process.
• Legible photocopies of the application form will be accepted with an original signature and current date.
• Credentials for post-secondary education will be checked. The successful candidate may be required to provide official transcripts.
• Employment is contingent upon approval by the Board of Governors and subject to successful completion of a probation period.
• Applications for this position may be used for future position vacancies.
• Application and complete job announcement may be downloaded at www.pima.edu/pimajobs.

Pima County Community College District
Human Resources, Employment Office
4905D East Broadway, Suite 102
Tucson, AZ 85709-1190
Toll Free 1-877-PIMAJOB; Phone (520) 206-4624; TTY (520) 206-4852; FAX (520) 206-4879;
Web Address: http://www.pima.edu/hr

Office hours are Monday through Friday, between 8:15 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. Mountain Standard Time.
Application materials may also be obtained from the Business Office at each campus.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

08/19/2008