Engineering Associate Professor, Tenure Track

Company: Taft College
Location: Taft
Posted on: April 18, 2025

Job Description:

Engineering Associate Professor. Tenure Track

Ensure you read the information regarding this opportunity thoroughly before making an application.
Priority Application Date: May 10, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.
Anticipated Start Date: August 18, 2025

About us
Located in Taft, California, Taft College offers a wide range of degree and certificate programs designed to fuel student success and keep education affordable. We're all about helping students achieve their dreams through hands-on learning, career training, and transfer opportunities.

Position Snapshot
Join our team as an Associate Professor in Engineering, where you will play a key role in shaping the next generation of engineers. In this position, you will work alongside your peers to develop and teach innovative engineering courses that inspire and challenge students. You will design engaging learning experiences, create valuable resources, and refine course delivery to ensure the highest standards of education. Additionally, you'll lead efforts to enhance teaching practices and contribute to the development of future engineers through mentorship and academic leadership. As a vital member of the engineering faculty, you will help foster a dynamic learning environment that prepares students for success in the engineering field.

Representative Duties
Instruction of community college engineering courses including: Electrical Circuits, Material Science and Engineering, Statics, Computer Programming and Algorithm Development (CC++), Computer Programming - MATLAB and Hardware Controls, Engineering Graphics and Introduction to Design, and Introduction to Engineering.
Additional opportunities to instruct Programming and Methodology II with Lab (C++), Computer Architecture and Organization (MIPS Assembly Language) and Discreet Structures courses are available.
Teaching assignment schedule may include days and evenings, and delivering instruction utilizing multiple modalities including in-person on campus, online, and hybrid.
Participate in division meetings and serve on campus committees.
Hold five (5) hours per week of scheduled office hour time to meet with students.
Participate in the evaluation of materials and the development of outlines for courses taught to include student learning outcomes for each course.
Complete reports, schedules, evaluations, and grades within established guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
An applicant may meet minimum qualifications in one of the ways listed below:
1. Master's in any field of engineering
OR
Bachelor's in any of the above
AND
Master's in mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry, or geology
OR the equivalent
(NOTE: A bachelor's in any field of engineering with a professional engineer's license is an alternative qualification for this discipline)

2. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
NOTE: Applicants who claim equivalent qualifications shall provide conclusive evidence that they possess qualifications that are at least equivalent to those required by the minimum qualifications of the area for which they are applying. It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply all evidence and documentation for the claim of equivalency at the time of the application.

Hours and Compensation
This is a full-time, 10-month per year (175 days) position at 35 hours per week. The anticipated starting salary range is $65,314 - $96,491 per year. The successful applicant will be offered a starting salary within this range commensurate with qualifications and experience. An annual doctoral stipend of $4,922.66 is included in addition to -the salary when appropriate.

Benefits
This is a full-time position with fantastic benefits! At the West Kern Community College District, you'll enjoy a comprehensive fringe benefits package, including District-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents. In addition, you'll be eligible to participate in the CalPERS or CalSTRS retirement systems, with the option to enhance your retirement savings through 457b and 403b optional retirement plans. This is an incredible opportunity to secure both your present and future while working with a dynamic team!

Ready to jump in? Follow these simple steps to submit your application:
Completed your online application and submit through https://www.taftcollege.edu/human-resources/job_opportunities/
Attach the following documents
Resume and Cover Letter
Transcripts for all degrees listed, Unofficial are acceptable at this time.Foreign transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. For information on transcript evaluation services, please visit: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf



Provide contact information for three professional references, including your most recent supervisor. Unfortunately, we are not able to accept letters of reference.

Next Steps
Thank you for your interest in joining our team! After the closing date, all applications will be carefully reviewed and evaluated based on minimum qualifications and relevant experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly for an interview. We look forward to learning more about how you can contribute to our mission and make an impact at Taft College!

Equal Employment Opportunity
The West Kern Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity . The District is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination and, as such, is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This employer participates in E-Verify.

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