2026/2027- Faculty (Associate/PT-Temp) - (Adult Education) Short-Term, NC Vocational Courses

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Santa Rosa Junior College is currently accepting applications on a continuous basis to establish a pool for associate faculty assignments. Associate assignments may be temporary, part-time and/or on-call and may be immediate or as needed.

Compensation/Benefits
Assignments are made on a part-time, hourly basis. A part-time faculty assignment may not exceed a total of 67% of an annual full-time assignment.

• Starting Hourly Rate: Please see thehourly salary schedules or contact Human Resources for more information.
• Salary placement is based on academic background, vocational experience, and teaching experience (depending on discipline) and as documented in application materials. Initial Step placement will be at Step 1 pending evaluation of experience as outlined in the AFA ContractArticle 27(Download PDF reader).
• Compensation for assigned classes is paid over the duration of the assignment.

Benefits: TheDistrictoffersmedical insurance for those whomeet the eligibility requirements.Additionalinformation, including medical plan informationand eligibility requirementscan be foundontheBenefits page.

Sick Leave Accrual:Associate facultyaccruesick leave on a pro-rated basis.Additionalinformation can be found in Article 18 of the Contract.

Retirement:SRJC offers CalSTRS Defined Benefit, CalSTRS CashBalanceand Social Security as Associate Faculty retirement options. Eligibility for each plan isdeterminedbased on prior membership status with CalSTRS.

• Provide excellent instruction and faculty support to students, which may include evening, weekend, online or hybrid and/or off-campus assignments.

• Provide academicassistanceand related services to students.

• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students,facultyand staff.

• Maintain currency in field(s) ofexpertise.

• Associate faculty focus primarily on providing instruction.

• Associate facultyare typically not required toparticipatein District or department service such as committee work, evaluations, student learning outcomes assessment, and hiring committees, but may be asked to perform these services foradditionalcompensation.

• Please see the All Faculty Association Contract for more information.

The examples of duties listed above are representative of those that mustbe met by a faculty member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Ifthe department has an immediate need to add candidates to their pool, they will review applications. If the department does not have an immediate need to add candidates to their pool, applicationsremainin the queue for consideration until the need arises,or for up to one year.If selected, candidates will be invited toan interviewwith a Screening and Interviewing Committee.Selectedcandidates who arenot given an immediate assignment will remain in the pool for four years.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

The Adult Education Department at Santa Rosa Junior College offers a variety ofshort-term, non-creditvocationalskillstraining and industry certification courses in both English and Spanish at several off-site locations throughout theSonoma County. Computer-assisted instruction is an integral part of Adult Education classes.

Adult Education department website

There are immediate needs for instructorsfor all areas listed below(bilingual preferred; fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English/Spanish):

Career Education:

• Landscape [hardscape/softscape/fire abatement] and equipment maintenance

• Basic Computers and Google Suite

• Traditional and Prefabricated Construction

• Child Development and HomeChildcareOperations

• Small Business Development and Management

• Personal Tax Preparation

IndustrialSafety:

• First Aid; CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Certifications

• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30

Required for Career Education (non-credit) Courses:

• Bachelor's Degree; ANDtwo years full-time (or part-time equivalent) of occupational directly related to subject area of course taught;

• OR an Associate's Degree and six years full-time (or part-time equivalent) of directly related occupational experience related to the subject of the course(s) taught;

• ORpossession of a full-time clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter;

• OR a fully satisfied (Life) California Community College Instructor's Credential in the designated discipline area(s);

• OR the equivalent.

Requires a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Industrial Safety (non-credit) Courses:

• Bachelor's Degree; ANDtwo years full-time (or part-time equivalent) of occupational related to subject area of course taught;

• ORan Associate's Degree and six years full-time (or part-time equivalent) of related occupational experience related to the subject of the course(s) taught;

• OR a fully satisfied (Life) California Community College Instructor's Credential in the designated discipline area(s);

• OR the equivalent.

Requires a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

• Demonstrated commitment to valuing and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism.
• Bilingual abilities (fluent) - English/Spanish
• Experience in the use of technology for instruction and student support.

Tobe considered for this associate faculty pool, applicants must provide the following:

1. A completed Santa Rosa Junior College/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions.

1. Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references. One reference must be from a current orprevioussupervisor.

1. A brief cover letter.

1. Currentresume.

1. A written response to the diversitypromptbelow (200—500 words):

Please provide two or three examples of your ideas and/or experiences in creating,modifying, and/or performing one or more of the following to meet the needs of a diverse student population:

• Curricula;
• Learningactivities;
• Teaching/counselingpractices;
• EducationalResources;
• Training, background,courseworkand/or professionaldevelopment;
• Program Development

1. Copies of transcripts of all college-level coursework. Transcripts must state that the Degree(s) has been conferred or awarded. If selected for the position, official transcripts must be submitted prior to employment.

If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicant must provide a formal evaluation by a credential evaluation service accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services of their international degree(s) at the time of application. For further details on SRJC requirements on Foreign Degrees, please see Foreign Degree Requirements.

1. If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section above, you must complete and attach the Faculty Equivalency Application(Download PDF reader) and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application.

1. If applicable, copy of California Community College Credential (both sides).

PLEASE SUBMITONLYMATERIALS REQUESTED.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
• Must be willing to work on-site as determined by the department (the Sonoma County Junior College District does not offer ‘remote only’ assignments).
• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings on topics such as Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention, and Title IX.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Sonoma County Junior College District will notsponsor any visa applications.
• Applicants must be available for interviews at Santa Rosa Junior College at no cost to theDistrict.
• Applicants who have disabilities may request thataccommodationsbe made to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (707) 527-4954.
• Clery Report: Crime awareness and security information are available from District Police. (Public Law 101-542). The Clery Report can be found here.
• An applicant who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified.General inquiriesregardingthe position and/or District employment should be directedtothe Human Resources Department.

ABOUT THE SONOMA COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT
Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) is a public single college district located in Sonoma County, California and serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties. Sonoma County is rich in history, beauty, and culture and is an excellent choice for a place to live and work. The District is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The District prides itself on being an inclusive, diverse, and sustainable community that fosters the growth and development of its students, faculty, and staff. SRJC is a unique institution in a unique environment. SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility.

Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years. The District has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and SRJC Roseland in Southwest Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor’s degree program or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

• Office of the President
• Student Services
• Accreditation
• SRJC Factbook
• District Mission, Vision, & Values
• SRJC Strategic Plan

Non-Discrimination
The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non-discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities--including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics--and application for District employment.

The Sonoma County Junior College District is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information about Title IX, please refer toDistrict Board Policy 3433andAdministrative Procedure 3434, which outlines our commitment to proactive measures in preventing sexual harassment and ensuring a respectful and inclusive community for all.