CHAFFEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

Invites applications for:

INSTRUCTOR, CHEMISTRY (Chino Campus)
Application deadline:  Wednesday, April 15, 2009   4:00 PM
(Filling of this position is contingent upon funding)


POSITION DESCRIPTION
This is a full-time, tenure track chemistry instructor position in the
School of Mathematics and Science.  Under the direction of the Dean,
the assignment for the full-service week will be to teach any and all
chemistry courses offered by the department including (but not limited
to) introductory chemistry, general chemistry, organic chemistry,
biochemistry and to participate in any other professional
responsibilities as identified under 18.2.3 of the faculty agreement.
This assignment is for the Chino Campus.  It is possible that the
person in this position will also be responsible for classes at the
Fontana and Rancho Cucamonga campuses.

SCOPE OF ASSIGNMENT
This assignment includes (but is not limited to) the following:
• Instruct classes in chemistry and related subjects in accordance
with the established course outlines of record and consistent with the
department standards.  This includes organizing instruction towards
achieving those objectives; participating in the selection of
textbooks, lab manuals, and other materials; instructing through
lecture, discussion, demonstrations, etc.; conferring with students as
appropriate; assigning grades; and providing a safe and positive
classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards.
• Remain current in all subject matter areas, in techniques used to
study the subject matter, and in the techniques of effective
instruction.
• Participate in the development, assessment, and evaluation processes
of student learning outcomes.
• Participate in department and college meetings and committee work,
curriculum and program design and development, community outreach,
development of alternative instructional activities for use in the
success centers, department website content, student advisement,
program review, and other duties necessary for the benefit of the
students, the chemistry department, the college, the community, and
the profession.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree in chemistry; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biochemistry AND master’s degree
in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics,
molecular biology, or geochemistry; OR
• Possession of a valid lifetime California Community College
credential authorizing service as an instructor in chemistry; OR
• The equivalent (District equivalency form must be completed at the
time of application).
• Clear sensitivity and understanding of the diverse academic,
socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of
community college students.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to those candidates who establish the highest
level of professional competency as evidenced by:
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching a wide variety of chemistry
courses to science majors and non-majors at the college level.
• Demonstrated excellence at thoughtful, innovative curriculum design.
• Demonstrated depth of knowledge and technical skills in a broad
spectrum of modern chemistry subject matter and in the instrumentation
used to teach this subject matter.
• A history of research activities or other professional activities
that demonstrate ongoing active commitment to the scientific endeavor.
• Demonstrated knowledge of procedures and protocols in safe handling
of chemicals.
• Demonstrated cooperative, organizational skill in managing
laboratory classrooms.
• Use of computers and other technology in instruction.  Experience in
integrating modern educational technologies into chemistry curriculum
and to use technology to offer instruction through distance delivery
modes.
• Demonstrated experience interacting and communicating with
individuals of diverse backgrounds and academic preparation.
• Appreciation and respect for students and their role and
responsibility in the learning process.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the needs of adult and under-prepared
students.
• Demonstrated skill in using innovative teaching methods,
instructional design, and assessment strategies.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective contribution to collaborative team effort in an academic
setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to active involvement in the full range of
professional and leadership roles expected of a community college
professor.
• Demonstrated commitment to the philosophy and mission of the
community college.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Based upon the minimum and/or desirable qualifications stated in this
position announcement, the initial salary placement range is $55,458
to $86,566 (Fall 2009 salary schedule).  Placement is based on the
regular full-time faculty salary schedule and is dependent upon
verification of relevant experience and coursework from a regional or
nationally accredited institution of higher learning.

EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS PACKAGE
Health care, dental program, and vision services for employees and
eligible dependents; employee life insurance; sick leave; and
retirement coverage through the State Teachers’ Retirement System
(STRS).

THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be filled out completely and in detail and clearly
show that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications as set forth
in the announcement.  Application package must include:
• District Application
(Completion of all sections is required.  Do not mark “See Resume”)
• Letter of Application
(State briefly how you meet the qualifications)
• Resume
• Professional Reference List
(Include names, current addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses)
• Copy of Transcripts
(Transcripts must indicate degree earned/conferred.  Official
transcripts required upon hire.)

The College does not return application materials.  Please do not
include any additional documents not required in the Application
Process section.

Application and information may be obtained from Chaffey College,
Department of Human Resources (909) 652-6534 or http://www.chaffey.edu.

Completed application and related materials must be received by Human
Resources no later than 4 PM on the date of the application deadline.
Foreign transcripts must be transcribed and evaluated in English by a
bonafide evaluation service.  Educational requirements must be met on
or before the closing date.  Applications received after the filing
deadline will not be accepted for any reason, and failure to submit
all required application materials may result in the applicant not
being considered for the position.  A postmark is not acceptable for
this purpose.

Submission of application and related materials is the applicant’s
responsibility.  The District reserves the right to readvertise the
position or to delay indefinitely the employment of a person for a
position if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not
constitute an adequate applicant pool.  Applicants should promptly
notify the Department of Human Resources of any change of address and/
or phone number.

All application materials are subject to investigation and
verification.  False statements will be cause for disqualification or
discharge from employment.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
A screening committee will conduct all minimum qualification
appraisals as set forth on the announcement and reserves the right to
limit the number of interviews granted.  Meeting the minimum
qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant an
interview.  Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of
the time and place of the interview.  Interviews are usually held on
the Chaffey College campus and are conducted by an Interview
Committee.  Additional interviews may be required.  Reasonable
accommodations are provided to persons with disabilities.  Should you
feel you have any need for accommodation due to a disability, please
indicate this request on the supplemental application form or contact
the Department of Human Resources. Travel costs related to an
interview will be borne by the applicant.

THE DISTRICT
The college district serves a population of 800,000 in the west end of
the vibrant Inland Empire of San Bernardino County, where the
communities of Chino, Chino Hills, Fontana, Guasti, Montclair, Mt.
Baldy, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma, Cucamonga, and Etiwanda)
and Upland are located.  Four high school districts are contained in
these communities.

THE COLLEGE
Chaffey College, one of the first colleges to be established in
California, is a two-year public community college situated in an area
of natural and tranquil beauty in Southern California.  The Rancho
Cucamonga campus occupies 200 acres of rolling lawns and native
foliage in the foothills of the majestic San Gabriel Mountains.
Founded in 1883 as a private college, Chaffey has been a publicly
funded college since 1916.  Chaffey courses are offered at the
college’s three campuses in Rancho Cucamonga, Chino, and Fontana.

CURRICULA
Chaffey College has lower division courses for students who plan to
transfer to a four-year college or university, occupational courses
for students who wish to gain competence in employable skills, or who
wish to improve their skills, and general education courses for all
students to provide them with an awareness of the ideas and ideals of
our cultural heritage.

Transfer programs meet the lower division requirements of four-year
colleges and universities.  Occupational programs are kept current and
latest information on occupational requirements is made available to
students through interaction with community leaders and advisory
committees.

In addition, Success Centers, both on- and off-campus, provide the
community with resource centers for the development of basic skills.
At these centers, students can improve their basic skills and secure
tutoring and special supplementary materials.

All application materials must be submitted to:

CHAFFEY COLLEGE
Human Resources
5885 Haven Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA  91737-3002

Chaffey Community College District is committed to equal employment
opportunity.


View and download the DISTRICT EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION
http://www.chaffey.edu/humres/