Seattle Colleges Hiring for Computer Science Faculty, Bachelor of Science (Full-Time, Tenure Track) at Seattle, WA Full Time

Opportunity Description

About Us:

We are a district of three distinct colleges-North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College-and five specialty training centers, which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington. We are leaders in change and innovation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the passionate work of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as we work against systemic racism. Additionally, you will gain the rewarding experience of contributing to the success of an open-access learning institution that prepares students for life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged, and dynamic community.

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including, committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities. To learn more about our excellent benefits offerings please see our benefits overview here: Seattle Colleges Employment Benefits.

Overview:

Position Description

North Seattle College is searching for an equity-minded and innovative Computer Science faculty who will provide core instruction and leadership for the exciting new Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer science degree program launching in Fall 2022.  This full-time, tenure-track faculty will join a group of passionate educators who proudly embrace our mission of Changing Lives through Education, both in and beyond the classroom. Our faculty are highly collaborative and care deeply about creating an inclusive and equitable environment to advance student success for all students.

This faculty will be responsible for teaching upper division undergraduate computer science courses to the diverse student body of North Seattle College.  In addition to teaching duties, they will assume a leadership role in equity-minded curriculum and program development of the BS in Computer Science.  The faculty will build and sustain relationships and community with internal partners across the College and the Seattle Colleges District, as well as with external partners to eliminate equity gaps for degree-seeking students and increase diversity in the pool of computer science graduates.

North Seattle College is among the Community and Technical Colleges (CTCs) in the state of Washington that will offer this 4-year degree following the landmark legislation in July 2021 authorizing CTCs Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degrees.  The program is being developed and implemented with the utmost goal of increasing racial and gender diversity and eliminating equity gaps for individuals who pursue their education and careers in the field of Computer Science. 

This is a nine-month, full-time faculty position with a base salary of $84,376 during the regular academic year; workload balancing and additional premiums qualify this position for an additional 20% on top of this base salary.  Additional compensation is available for moonlight assignments during the regular academic year and summer quarter (either instructional or through release time projects).

This is a tenure track position.

Application Procedures:

• Attached current Resume
• Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the position
• Attached diversity statement describing your commitment and experience with promoting values of equity, diversity, inclusion in professional and/or educational environments
• Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

First Review of materials will begin on January 26^th, 2024 and will continue until filled.

Compensation for this role is $84,376 per year. 

What you will be working on:

• Teach upper division computer science courses in the Computer Science BS program using appropriate teaching strategies that promote effective learning for all students; these classes may be scheduled to meet in-person and/or online, with classes scheduled at times based on program needs, including evening classes
• Apply teaching philosophy and practices that embody Seattle Colleges’ values of equity, diversity and inclusion with an emphasis on eliminating equity gaps in student success and completion especially among underserved and underrepresented populations of students. 
• Engage in continuous growth and improvement of teaching through evaluations, assessments, data, and both individual and collaborative reflection
• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff colleagues on curriculum development to create an educational environment that affirms commitment to equity and diversity, while applying awareness and understanding of historically underserved populations. 
• Serve as a mentor or connection to the college for students to feel fully supported by and engaged in the North Seattle College community, and engage in efforts to improve student confidence, persistence, and success. 
• Support the lead faculty on envisioning and implementing the development of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree at North Seattle College with an emphasis on eliminating equity gaps in student success and increasing the diversity of the workforce holding degrees in Computer Science. 
• Support the leadership in building internal and external relationships in support of computer science-related activities, curriculum, and issues; this includes support for recruitment and convening of an Advisory Committee of industry professionals and leading other departmental, college, or district-wide projects. 
• Support lead faculty on assessing the impact of program development and implementation, and devise plans for improvement. 
• Meet all professional obligations as described in the faculty union agreement.

This position reports to the Dean of Workforce Instruction and is governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between The American Federation of Teachers (Seattle Community Colleges Local 1789) and Seattle Colleges District VI.

What you bring as a candidate:

(Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)

• Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited institution 
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in higher education 
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience with advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in computer science or other STEM fields, especially among underrepresented/underserved populations of students and marginalized identities, as well as among students who possess a wide range of academic abilities and interests 
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and assessing impact of strategies and practices in teaching and learning that work to support student success and eliminate equity gaps in student outcomes 
• Demonstrated experience in leading and actively contributing to communities of faculty, staff and/or students to serve institutional mission and goals 
• Demonstrated experience with innovation of curriculum in the field of Computer Science to be responsive to industry needs; to advance ethical, humanistic approaches; and to address issues of racial, social and economic justice  

Physical Requirements:

The Position

• typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office.
• encounters frequent interruptions throughout the workday.
• is regularly required to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion with or without reasonable accommodation.

Notice of Non-discrimination Statement 

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of “bullying” behaviors, including “cyber bullying”. 

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college’s Director of Legal Compliance:

1500 Harvard Avenue Seattle, WA 98122-3803

(206) 934-3873 

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.