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humanresources@wnc.edu
(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703
Job Description
Academic Faculty Contract, 171-day, Benefits Eligible, Tenure track.
This position is located on the Fallon campus. Additional travel to serve other rural areas within the WNC service region is required as part of this position. Future reassignment is possible based on the needs of the students and the institution; this may include classes on other college campuses, remote sites, rural centers, online, or via remote video.
Expected start date: Fall 2027 Semester
Applicants are encouraged to also apply for the Instructor, English (Temporary) vacancy if interested. Search for R0154200 on the WNC Jobs Page
Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach a minimum of 30 credits a year
Teach both day and evening transfer-level and developmental English classes
Develop traditional and alternative methodologies and teach using traditional and alternative methodologies (interactive video, web-based, etc.)
Participate in student advisement
Participate in program review and academic program assessment
Serve on college and system committees as required
Participate in college and community service activities
Perform all responsibilities set forth in Board of Regents Handbook, Title 2, Chapter 4, Section 4.4.2
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in English or closely related field
Experience in teaching college level courses
Experience teaching with distance education/online teaching modalities
Travel/Schedule Requirements
Occasional travel to assigned locations is required – incumbents must hold a valid drivers license upon hire and as a condition of continued employment
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. from a regionally accredited university
Experience in teaching developmental courses
Experience with diverse populations
Experience with literacy education
Experience with writing & coaching at a writing center
Experience with program assessment
Thorough understanding of the purpose and function of a community college
Fluency in Spanish
Questions
Department Contact - If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application, please contact the department:
Cassandra Luster, Administrative Assistant 4, Liberal Arts & Sciences
cassandra.luster@wnc.edu AND/OR 775-445-4469
Minimum Starting Salary Information:
The salary grade is based on the selected candidate's level of academic preparation: COMMUNITY COLLEGE ACADEMIC SALARY GRADES . The selected candidate will be placed at or above the minimum based on years of related, professional experience. WNC's placement range falls within the NSHE salary schedule: ACADEMIC SALARY SCHEDULE-COMMUNITY COLLEGES .
Retirement – NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA)
All faculty and professional staff working at least half-time equivalent must participate in the NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA) as a condition of employment. The current contribution rate is 19.25%. Your contribution is matched by the College at 19.25%.
Your contributions are made by pre-tax salary reduction and you are 100% vested from your first day. You choose how to invest your own and NSHE’s contributions. The plan administrator provides dedicated financial consultants that are available…