Part Time Faculty Interest Pool - Music Job at Inside Higher Ed in Portland

Part Time Faculty Interest Pool - Music at Inside Higher Ed (Portland Community College)

Portland Community College is accepting applications to be considered for Part-Time Faculty assignments in Music. The Department will review applications in this pool as the need arises for new part-time faculty in this area. This is NOT an announcement of a specific open position, but a Part-time Faculty Interest Pool, from which the department will identify applicants based on course assignment needs during the Academic Year. Your application may be considered for substitute assignments as well as full term class assignments.

Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. PCC has four campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area. The college is committed to making high-quality education accessible to everyone and to equity and inclusion in all we do.

Portland Community College will ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu.

Instructor Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Music (MM, MS, MA, PhD, or DMA)

For Music Theory And Sight Singing/Ear Training Courses (MUS 111, 111C, 112, 112C, 113, 113C, 211A, 211B, 212, 212B, 213, 213B):

• Master’s degree or higher in Music (MM, MS, MA, PhD, or DMA)
• Minimum of six graduate quarter credits in music theory

For Music Performance courses and all applied music lesson (MUP) courses (MUS 131, 153A-C, 158A-F, 195A-F, 220A-F, 221A-F):

• Master’s degree or higher in Music (MM, MS, MA, PhD, or DMA) or
• Equivalent professional experience (six or more years) performing, conducting, recording and/or teaching

For Music Technology Courses (MUS 170, 171, 172):

• Master’s degree or higher in Music (MM, MS, MA, PhD, or DMA)
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in regular music engineering, mixing, mastering, sound design or production

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Education: The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses, and lifelong learning. As part of our College community, you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative and inspiring campus community
• Opportunities for learning and professional development

Note Regarding Academic Credentials

• Official transcripts are required to be submitted within 2 weeks of offer date for degrees required in the stated Instructor Qualifications.
• Instructors shall have earned required academic credentials at a regionally accredited US institution or a foreign institution having the equivalent of regional accreditation. Transcripts from other countries will be evaluated by agencies that have good standing with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services to establish fulfillment of this standard. See PCC’s faculty information page for more details.
• For more information on PCC's General Instructor Qualifications Policy I301 visit: PCC Catalog Handbook.

These positions are included in the bargaining agreement between Portland Community College and the Portland Community College Faculty Federation Employees.

Qualifications

See the PCC Instructor Qualifications webpage for more information.

Total Rewards Package / What We Offer

As a new Part-Time Faculty employee, you may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans. More information on benefits, eligibility, and enrollment is available at PCC Benefits. Email PCCBenefits@pcc.edu with any questions.

Part-time Faculty Compensation At PCC

Newly hired Part-time Faculty at PCC will generally start at Step 1 of the current salary schedule. Hourly rates are determined based upon the type of course taught (Lecture, Lab, or Lecture/Lab). For more information, review the Part-time Faculty Salary Schedule on PCC’s Compensation page.

https://www.pcc.edu/hr/compensation/

Required

Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment

PCC complies with Oregon Veterans’ Preference in Public Employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans’ Preference and to provide documents for verification. Do not send documentation to the hiring manager directly. Required documentation may include:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and VA letter

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report

View PCC’s Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety site. Paper copies are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.

PCC Employment Offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. PCC is not currently able to provide visa sponsorship (e.g., H1-B).

Contact PCC at pccjobs@pcc.edu if you have questions.