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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 position in Professional Baking and Pastry Arts. This position will serve and help support the growth of the
Professional Baking and Pastry Arts program. Teaching duties include introduction to baking techniques, breads, cakes, and plated desserts,
as well as bakery management, sanitation, safety, and other topics relevant to the discipline. Teaching assignment may include days,
evenings, and online modalities. Department and College service work is expected with the position (as assigned by the Department or
College) to support the institutional mission and goals, foremost being student success and retention. This position begins on September 11, 2026.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to growing,
learning, and supporting our employees.

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 ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ and learning techniques.
  
• Pursue professional development to stay current in the field.
• Obtain and maintain Professional-Technical Certification
  requirements.
• Participate in program, 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 ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ and learning in the Department and College.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to assume a leadership role within the Professional Baking and Pastry
  Arts Department, to include faculty supervision, administrative duties and student advising.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
  
• Ability to work well as a member of a team.
• Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically,
  culturally, and economically diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Professional-Technical Certification
  requirements: Certification is a condition of continued employment for all professional-technical education personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Current American Culinary Federation (ACF)
  certification as Executive Pastry Chef/RBA equivalence OR qualifications needed to obtain
  certification.
• ServSafe certification from the National Restaurant Association.
• Ten (10) years of baking industry
  experience OR two (2) years of experience as a Baking Instructor AND eight (8) years of
  industry experience.
• Well-versed in all aspects of baking: artisan breads, viennoiserie, cakes, plated desserts.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Two (2) years of budget management
  experience.

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 ËÄ»¢Ó°ÊÓ, and doctoral and vocational stipends. Please note the salary
may be adjusted for the 2026-2027 year pending the legislatively funded cost-of-living.

WHAT WE
OFFER:

• Clark promotes work/life balance for employees.
• McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and
  healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a
  full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
• Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and
  Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
• Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
• On-campus early
  childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
• Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
  
• Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Required 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 résumé.
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.

Please apply online at

To contact Clark College Office of People and Culture, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu.

APPLICATION
DEADLINE: Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., May 4, 2026.

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’s 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.

Clark College
does not currently sponsor H-1B visas.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

Upon request,
accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact the Office of People and Culture at (360)
992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.

SECURITY

The 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 or security.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 Office of People and Culture.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing,
learning, and supporting our employees. Our Clark College Office of People and Culture 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, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program and Faculty and
Staff of Color Conference.

The Office of People and Culture aims to support and elevate the college community by embedding equity and
continuous growth into every aspect of people practices – from recruitment and onboarding to learning, well-being, and community
partnerships.

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 122, 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.

Clark College Office of People and Culture

April 2, 2026

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