College Professor

4 weeks ago


Vernon, Canada Okanagan College Full time

Competition Details

Position Information Position Number P00137 Position Title College Professor - Criminology Division/Portfolio Arts and Foundational Programs Department/Program Interdisciplinary Studies Location Vernon, Salmon Arm Other Flexible Work Options Your Opportunity The role and responsibilities of a faculty member focus on the activities related to teachers, academics and scholars. They include but are not limited to an awareness of current scholarship and continuing mastery in one’s field, instructional and professional duties, professional development, and service. In addition, duties and responsibilities may include scholarly activity. Functions and Duties Instructional duties may include all or any of the following: instructional (teaching) assignments; course preparation and program revision; development of new programs and modes of delivery; evaluation of student work; instruction of laboratory exercises, concepts, theories, techniques and use of equipment; student contact for purposes of advising, tutoring and supervision both in and outside of the lecture or laboratory period; revision and development of existing and/or new courses in all formats; preparation of materials for use in laboratories; set up and take down of laboratory materials; preparation of timetables; control of inventory, maintenance of equipment; ordering of materials; Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and PLA coordination; and other functions related to instruction.

Professional development is activity intended to promote teaching excellence, subject area competence and technical competence in an area of professional or instructional expertise.

Service may include all or any of the following: school visitations; active membership on appropriate college or union committees, councils or boards; participation in professional or academic organizations; application of the employee’s academic or professional competence or expertise in the community at large; attendance at articulation meetings; representing OC at other functions, administrative duties and other duties.

Scholarly activity includes scholarship, research and creative activities. A College Professor may be released from instructional and/or professional duties to perform scholarly activity Education and Experience The minimum qualification is a Master’s degree; PhD is preferred. An equivalent level credential as appropriate for the discipline will be considered. Professional or post-secondary school work experience directly related to the duty assignment is an asset. Experience demonstrating a learner-centered teaching philosophy is desired. An active profile in scholarship, research and creative activity is preferred. Skills and Abilities Designs and teaches a course with regard for learning outcomes

Teaches in a variety of modes, including lecture, discussion, active student involvement and laboratory work as appropriate

Interested in use of appropriate technological aids in instruction

Open to feedback from others on ways to improve teaching and related activities

Knowledgeable about the subject matter of the teaching area and able to teach the subject matter at a post-secondary level

Maintains currency and vitality in one’s discipline through professional activities, professional development and/or scholarship

Interested in course and program development

Collegial and willing to work constructively with others

Comfortable in a computerized environment and with programs relevant to instruction and academic discipline Preferred Qualifications The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies (Criminology) is seeking one part-time term College Professor to teach two sections of the following in the Fall 2024 semester on our Vernon and Salmon Arm campuses:

CRIM 111 – Introduction to Criminology

The successful candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Criminology (PhD preferred). Desired Start Date 08/26/2024 Position End Date (if temporary) 12/20/2024 Schedule Schedule TBD Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary range $71,846 to $115,129 with normal starting salary between $78,872 and $85,897 annually*, dependent on relevant education and experience. *Note: Part-time Term and summer appointments subject to adjustment factors as per the collective agreement Appointment Type Faculty - Part-time Term Special Instructions to Applicants Please provide the names and contact information for a minimum of three referees.

For inquiries of an academic nature, please contact Olivia Sullivan, Chair, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, by way of email to OSullivan@okanagan.bc.ca.

Employee Group Faculty Posting Detail Information Competition Number C002816 Posting Open Date 05/21/2024 Posting Closing Date 06/04/2024 Open Until Filled No Inclusion Statement Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application
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