Assistant Professor, Environmental Science and Sustainable Agriculture
- Employer
- Johnson County Community College
- Location
- Overland Park Main Campus
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- Faculty Jobs
- Science & Technology, Agricultural Science & Extension, Environmental Science & Sustainability
- Position Type
- Assistant Professor
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
Job no: 493916
Work type: Full-time Faculty
Location: Overland Park Main Campus
Categories: Student Services
Assistant Professor, Environmental Science and Sustainable Agriculture
DepartmentAcademic Affairs
Position TypeFull-time Faculty
Number of openings1
Job SummaryThe Assistant Professor, Environmental Science and Sustainable Agriculture will teach both environmental science and sustainable agriculture undergraduate courses, serve on college, division, program and department committees and will assist the Chair or Dean in the exercise of their duties. The person in this position will attend and participate in professional development opportunities, collaborate with faculty, staff and stakeholders from across the college and the community, provide support for both adjunct and full-time colleagues in the form of consultation and cooperation, contribute to regular program planning and evaluation, and contribute to department student learning outcomes assessment.
Required QualificationsMaster's degree in agroecology, food systems or a sustainable agriculture related field OR a master's degree in environmental science or related field OR a master's degree with 18 graduate hours in environmental science, agroecology, food systems or a sustainable agriculture field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Undergraduate teaching experience or equivalent
Sustainable farming or sustainable agriculture related experience
Curriculum planning experience
Community college teaching experience
CV/Resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, teaching philosophy, two letters of recommendation
Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Hours per Week40
Work Hours/DaysMonday - Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Salary Grade Level9MOBU
SalaryCompetitive rate of pay
LocationOverland Park Main Campus
DisclosuresEvery employee of the college is expected to treat all members of the college community with dignity and respect demonstrating professional, courteous and respectful behavior and engage in constructive conflict resolution, when needed.
In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.
Johnson County Community College welcomes the application of any qualified candidate and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors which cannot be lawfully considered, to the extent specified by applicable federal and state laws.
If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email Hr@jccc.edu.
For a summary of all disclosures (Background check, Clery Act, ADA, EOE, etc.) refer to the links on our Career page.
Advertised: 01 Feb 2021 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 03 Mar 2021 Central Standard Time
Organization
Working at Johnson County Community College
With more than 34,000 students enrolled in credit and continuing education classes each semester, Johnson County Community College is the state's third largest institution of higher education and the largest of its 19 community colleges.
JCCC offers a full range of undergraduate credit courses that form the first two years of most college curricula. The college has more than 100 transfer agreements with area colleges and universities that ensure admittance to specific programs such as business, engineering and education. JCCC students are able to begin their first two years of a four-year degree program here and complete that degree on schedule.
In addition, more than 50 one- and two-year career and certificate programs prepare students to enter the job market in high-employment fields. The college maintains extensive student support services such as computer labs, math labs, a writing center and a learning center.
JCCC’s continuing education program is the largest, most comprehensive in the Kansas City area. Through the Center for Business and Technology, participants can take courses in management and computer application or seminars and workshops that lead to professional certification and licensure. Personal enrichment classes, on topics ranging from gardening to money management, are also offered, while nationally and internationally performing and visual artists appear in the performance spaces and Gallery of Art in JCCC’s Carlsen Center.
The campus, centrally located in the county on 234 acres, opened in 1972. There are 18 major buildings on campus. Currently under construction are the Regnier Center and the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art.
JCCC’s full-time faculty and staff numbers about 875. Another 1,800 people work as adjunct faculty or part-time staff. Most faculty members have master’s degrees, and many have or are earning doctorates.
JCCC returns about $2.70 to the community for every tax dollar it collects. The college's total tangible economic impact on the community is more than $182 million annually.
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