Tenure-track Advanced Manufacturing Professor
Do you value active learning, meaningful collaboration with classroom faculty, and culturally relevant and equity-minded instruction? Are
you excited to work with a diverse student population? Are you eager to work collaboratively to find innovative ways to improve student
success? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our faculty. We value collaboration and are dedicated
to guiding all students to achieve their academic and career goals.
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time
Tenure-track Advanced Manufacturing Professor whose primary 四虎影视 duties include providing students with engaging presentations, dynamic
lab equipment demonstrations, industrial automation hands- on experience, and helping to build student confidence and life-long learning
habits. Department and College service work is expected with this position (as assigned by the division or College) to support the
institutional mission and goals, foremost being diversity, equity, and inclusion, and student success and retention. The successful
candidate will join a cohesive team of instructors to fulfill the needs of a growing department.
This position begins on April 6,
2026, or soon thereafter. Clark College recently completed a multi-million-dollar facility at its Boschma Farms (Ridgefield) Center. The
Center opened its doors in October 2024, with the first cohort of Advanced Manufacturing students starting their coursework during the Fall
2025 term. The successful candidate will lead the Advanced Manufacturing Department and shape the curriculum with the support of colleagues
from other appropriate WPTE departments.
The Advanced Manufacturing Department offers an Associate of Applied Technology, a
Certificate of Proficiency (Manufacturing Operator), and a Certificate of Achievement (Intro to Manufacturing). Primary 四虎影视 duties
include Manual, Additive, and Subtractive Manufacturing, Welding, Robotics, Applied Metrology, Computer Aided Machining, Systems
Integration, and Blueprint and Schematics Reading. The successful candidate will play an integral role in leading the department and in
ensuring the relevancy and alignment of the Advanced Manufacturing Program with current industry standards, along with the development and
implementation of the vision of the manufacturing-related programs at Clark College.
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and
inclusion.
Position Responsibilities
FACULTY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Instruct all
classes as an expert in the discipline, using active learning approaches that both engage and facilitate student learning. - Advise
and assist students in their educational and career development. - Strive to enhance 四虎影视 and learning techniques.
- Pursue professional development to stay current in the field.
- Obtain and maintain Professional-Technical Certification
requirements. - Participate in program and curriculum development, and assessment activities.
- Work collaboratively with
colleagues, businesses, advisory committees, and other educational partners to create unique learning opportunities at Clark College. - Participate in decision-making processes by taking part in department and college committees.
- Work well with people of all ages
from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds - Understand and commit to the mission of Clark
College. - Work cooperatively in a variety of department-level activities and college or company-wide projects.
- Pursue
professional development to enhance 四虎影视 and learning in the department and College.
POSITION SPECIFIC
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide lab coordination including instructional equipment support, equipment purchasing, and
storage functions. - Establish safety procedures for proper handling, storage, and disposal of equipment, tools and hazardous
materials and responsibility for training, safely maintaining and disposing of waste.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Associate degree in an Advanced Manufacturing discipline or
closely related field AND four (4) years of industry related experience OR Bachelor鈥檚 degree in an Advanced
Manufacturing discipline or closely related field AND two (2) years of industry related experience OR eight (8)
years of industry related experience. - Familiarity with current industry practices in advanced manufacturing environments.
- Ability to teach the Advanced manufacturing curriculum.
- Ability to take on a leadership role within a team environment and see
complex projects to successful completion. - Experience in purchasing and inventory control of tools, materials, and equipment.
- Experience with advanced manufacturing equipment repair.
- OSHA 30 certification or must obtain within 60 days of employment.
- Demonstrated work experience in at least one of the three key areas listed below:
- Industrial Three-phase Electric Motor
Control Systems Installation, Troubleshooting and Repair - Mechanical Power Transmission Systems Installation, Troubleshooting and
Repair - Robotics Control Systems Interfacing, Installation, Troubleshooting and Repair
- Industrial Three-phase Electric Motor
Supplemental Information
SALARY STATEMENT:Starting salary is $80,677 (non-negotiable). Faculty may be
eligible to advance every other year; current top step is $113,642. Salary is for a 173-day contract; additional compensation is available
for summer and moonlight 四虎影视, and doctoral and vocational stipends.
APPLICATION PROCESSRequired Online Application Materials:
- Clark College Online
Application, including names of three (3) references - Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications
and responsibilities of the position - Current r茅sum茅
- Unofficial copy of all transcripts/certifications uploaded with
online application or delivered to the Human 四虎影视 office. - Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online
application.
Please apply online at .To contact Clark College Human 四虎影视, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Open until filled.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal
record history will be conducted which includes a sexual misconduct background check as required under . Information from the background check
will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant鈥檚 suitability and competence to perform in the
position. Completion of academic degrees will also be verified through receipt of official transcripts. Please note that upon being hired,
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) require a Vocational Certification plan
be in place prior to the first day of classes. Under the standard specified in WAC 131-16-070 through 131-16-094 Vocational Certification is
a condition of continued employment for all professional technical education personnel.
DISABILITY
ACCOMMODATIONS
Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact
Human 四虎影视 at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.SECURITYThe security of all the members of the campus
community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety
Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most
recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 orsecurity.requests@clark.edu. The most recent Annual Security Report, written
in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here:.
ELIGIBILITY
VERIFICATION
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to
work.
CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES
Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human
四虎影视 Office.At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
Our Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as
well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege,
inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities
such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators
of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment
and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation,
marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide
dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college
considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college.
All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in
our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in
accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle
inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Michelle Jenkins, Director of Labor and
Compliance, 360-992-2317, mljenkins@clark.edu, 1933 Fort Vancouver
Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not
reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
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