New River Community College is hiring: Part-Time 3D Animation & Modeling Instruc

Part‑Time 3D Animation & Modeling Instructor (Pool) FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Schedule: Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Pending any course assignment, initial placement can range as follows: Lab Course (Salary Schedule HB) - $89.20 up to $130.94 per hour. Lecture Course (Salary Schedule AJ) - $103.85 up to $151.07. Months Per Year: Semester assignments as needed Mandated Reporter: Yes Campus Security Authority: No Duties and Responsibilities Teach an intermediate 3D modeling and animation course using Autodesk Maya. Assist in keeping the curriculum updated and current with industry standards. Consult with students during scheduled office and lab hours. Maintain expertise in current technologies and techniques. Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience) MEL scripting and its application in an animation production pipeline. Adobe Suite and Quicktime. Traditional and digital 2D animation and digital video. The commercial and business side of 3D animation, modeling, and story‑boarding, including contracting and working as part of a larger team. Skills and Abilities Experience with all aspects of the 3D production process, including modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, and rendering. Basic traditional animation. Create original storyboard art for different kinds of projects. Work in multiple computer platforms and system configurations. Industry experience in a design studio or freelancing. Communicate effectively and constructively with a diverse student body. Use Photoshop for creating original textures. Job Requirements Any bachelor's degree or higher and two years of related professional experience, OR any associate degree and six years of related professional experience, OR the equivalent (see below). Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master's degree. Three years’ industry experience (must have experience working either as a freelance 3D animator/modeler artist or in a studio). Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff. Preferred Teaching or training experience. Degree and Academic Background Equivalence a) Degree Equivalence The employee or applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different. Equivalence is established through analysis of transcripts and coursework. b) Academic Background Equivalence Related to disciplines in which a Master's degree is not generally expected or available. The employee or applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units (or equivalent) of coursework in the academic field being applied for, and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following: a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by coursework required for the degree major. c) Professional Achievement Equivalence The employee or applicant must have completed the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The employee or applicant must submit substantial evidence that demonstrates their preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications. Safety Employees must report any unsafe working conditions or practices, as well as any near‑miss incident, to their supervisor. The position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX. Work Demands The environmental, physical, and mental demands described below represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and online. Comprehend speech at normal levels. Upper limb dexterity to operate computers and peripheral equipment. Vision sufficient for daily use of computers, databases, and written materials. Sitting for extended periods of time. Frequent bending at the waist. Physical presence at on‑site locations. Communicate and interact with others. Observe and interpret people and situations. Learn and apply new information or skills. Perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks, under changing priorities and deadlines. Work with frequent interruptions. Self‑regulate emotion and behavior. Benefits Academic employees participate in the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), a defined‑benefit retirement plan through the State of California, or may choose to participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security. EEO Statement San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities. Application Information To apply, visit the district's job portal or contact the Human Resources office for further details. #J-18808-Ljbffr