Faculty, Agricultural Sciences Equine

Posting Number: 0601369-C Position Type:
Faculty Special Notes to Applicants:

Information Regarding the Salary Placement Process:

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The 2025-26 starting salary range for this position is $68,031 - $78,068 for a 168-day schedule. Salary will be prorated for remaining days in the contract.

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As a part of your total compensation, LBCC is pleased to offer comprehensive benefits, including:

* Medical Insurance for employees and their dependents

* Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents

* Dental Insurance for employees and their dependents

* 10 Accrued Sick Leave days per academic year

* On-Site Discounted Childcare

* Free tuition for employees and their dependents

* PERS (Public Employees Retirement) eligibility, with LBCC paying the 6% employee contribution

* Free use of on-site fitness center

* Professional development funds

* Annual employer contributions to a 403(b) tax sheltered annuity, dependent upon PERS tier membership level.

Additionally, please note:

* This position is subject to Article 31 of the Faculty Association Collective Bargaining Agreement. In the event of a reduction in force, this position may be afforded less protection than non-Article 31 faculty. For more detailed information, please review the Faculty Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.

* The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts within 30 days of their hire date.

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* Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.

* Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.

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Position Title:

Faculty, Agricultural Sciences Equine Employment Requirement Criminal Background Check - C4 Division/Department:
Agriculture Location Albany - LBCC Horse Barn

Job Summary:

The Animal Science department at LBCC offers a range of courses including Animal Science, Equine Science, Horse Management, Animal Nutrition, Feeds and Feeding, Animal Genetics, Livestock Judging, Artificial Insemination, Swine Production, Computer Applications in Agriculture, and other related classes. The faculty member must develop, plan, and present organized lectures, laboratory activities, and out-of-class assignments in accordance with approved course outlines. The position includes oversight of the college Horse Center and may require some teaching during evenings or weekends and service on various college committees.

The department emphasizes excellence in instruction and encourages professional self-development.

Required Qualifications:

Requires Master's degree in Animal Science or closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience teaching at the community college or university level is desirable. Industry experience is desirable, such as horse training, horse breeding, and equine facility management experience. Experience working and communicating with equine industry professionals. Demonstrated evidence of successful work experience and/or special projects with a diverse student population is preferred.

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

Essential Duties:

* Imparts excitement and enthusiasm to the teaching of Equine Science and Horse Management.

* Prepares course materials, such as syllabi,…