Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Part Time Faculty Interest Pool - Multimedia in Port

Overview

Portland Community College is accepting applications to be considered for Part-Time Faculty assignments in Multimedia at the Cascade Campus. 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.

PCC is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 students. PCC embraces equity and inclusion as a priority and is committed to building a diverse community. Reasonable accommodation for the hiring process is available; contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu if needed.

Applicants should review PCC’s program information and the PCC Course Catalog for the subject area. As part of this application, you will be asked to list the current PCC courses you would be able to teach. If this sounds like a learning community you would like to be part of, please complete your application today to be considered.

Instructor Qualifications

See the PCC Instructor Qualifications for more information.

• Master’s degree in Multimedia or related field
• Three (3) years experience in industry as a designer, animator, producer, director cinematographer, videographer or editor

• Bachelor’s degree in Multimedia or related field
• Four (4) years experience in industry as a designer, animator, producer, director cinematographer, videographer or editor

• Associate’s degree in Multimedia or related field
• Five (5) years experience in industry as a designer, animator, producer, director cinematographer, videographer or editor
• Examples of related fields include: Graphic Design or Fine Arts (including Game Art), 3D design, Animation, Video Production, TV Broadcasting, Film Production, Video or Film Editing, Video Compositing, or Augmented Reality

Demonstrated Competency

The Division Dean, in collaboration with the Faculty Department Chair, will make a recommendation to the Dean of Instruction regarding the following elements of evidence of Demonstrated Competency, such as:

• 3 years full-time experience in multimedia or related field (e.g., programmer, producer, internet development, project manager, interactive technical writer)
• 3 years full-time higher education multimedia teaching experience OR 5 years higher education teaching experience using multimedia in instruction
• Portfolio that demonstrates mastery of the multimedia subject area
• Bachelor’s degree or higher (not in multimedia or multimedia-related field)
• 3 years experience delivering training in multimedia or related field
• Certificate in Multimedia from an accredited institution

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 life-long learning. You’ll enjoy a collaborative and inspiring campus community and 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 with NACDS-standing to establish fulfillment of this standard.
• For more information on PCC's General Instructor Qualifications Policy I301 visit: http://catalog.pcc.edu/handbook/i301-instructorqualifications/

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. Details are available at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email PCCBenefits@pcc.edu with 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, please 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 the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. Instructions will be given during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference and to provide required documents (do not send documents to the hiring manager). Documentation may include: DD214 (Veterans) or DD214 and VA letter (Disabled Veterans).

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report

PCC’s Annual Security Report (ASR) is available on the Department of Public Safety website per the Clery Act. The ASR includes safety policy disclosures, emergency information, and security statistics. Paper copies are available on request at Department of Public Safety offices.

Contingencies

PCC Employment Offers are contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check. PCC is not currently able to provide visa sponsorship for potential employees.

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