The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.
 
The Department values cultural competence, defined as an ongoing process of increasing the ability to assess and revise individual and organizational behavior, in response to an expanded understanding of culture. Culture refers to an integrated pattern of collective behavior, including habits, customs, values, beliefs, and institutions. Cultural competence is associated with attributes, knowledge and skills
that enable individuals and organizations to demonstrate respect and value for each person and to manifest an understanding of the dynamics of difference. American River College pursues attitudes, values, and practices that promote healthy, constructive interactions in a diverse community and enable the college to work effectively with our diverse students. To promote cultural competence and create an inclusive learning environment, ARC values:

• Diversity and pluralism;
• Continuous personal and professional development, assessment and revision;
• Awareness of the dynamics of cross-cultural interactions;
• The ongoing pursuit of teaching strategies and student services that better serve diverse populations;
• An environment of respect, equity, and justice.

• Excellence in teaching lower-division students. Our courses average 25-30 students per section, allowing instructors to work closely with students.
• Cultural competence, defined as an ongoing process of increasing the ability to assess and revise individual and organizational behavior, in response to an expanded understanding of culture. Culture refers to an integrated pattern of collective behavior, including habits, customs, values, beliefs, and institutions.
• The pursuit of attitudes, values and practices that promote healthy, constructive interactions in a diverse community and enable the college to work effectively with our diverse students, promoting cultural competence, and creating an inclusive learning environment to include consideration of:

1. Diversity and pluralism
2. Continuous personal and professional development, assessment and revisions
3. Awareness of the dynamics of cross-cultural interactions
4. Teaching strategies and student services that better serve diverse populations
5. Creating an environment of respect, equity and justice

The instructional assignment may encompass teaching courses across all levels in this discipline. Courses for this assignment may include:

• ENGR 300 – Introduction to Engineering
• ENGR 310 – Engineering Survey Measurements
• ENGR 312 – Engineering Graphics
• ENGR 412 – Properties of Materials
• ENGR 420 – Statics

• ARC Programs and Majors
• CRC Programs and Majors
• FLC Programs and Majors
• SCC Programs and Majors

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*; OR a bachelor’s in any field of engineering with a professional engineer’s license is an alternative qualification for this discipline. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by the time of hire. 
2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

• If your degree title differs from the minimum qualifications listed above, you are requested to apply under the “equivalent” provision.
• Applicants applying under the “equivalent” provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degrees/minimum qualifications listed above. Please visit our website for a sample letter and information on the equivalency determination process.
• If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter. 

Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:

1. A Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae 
3. Letter of Interest 
4. Unofficial Transcripts from College/University

• Applications submitted without all required documents, listed above, will be disqualified.
• Applicants indicating “see resume” on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to the application being disqualified.
• Only information (education, experience, etc.) listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.
• Applicants, including current Los Rios Community College District employees, are required to provide official transcripts, if required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Applicants are required to submit official transcripts within 60 days of the time of hire.
• Graduate advising documents and grade reports will not be accepted as official transcripts. 
• Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents. 
• A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet minimum qualifications and/or salary placement even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States. 
• Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluations, Inc.) or NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators. For additional information on foreign transcript evaluations click here.