POOL PT Faculty, Philosophy

Special Instructions

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

Applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

• Unofficial Academic Transcript showing a qualifying degree.
• Proof of Veteran Status for U.S. Veterans (for veteran’s consideration).

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. See the list of agencies who perform this service.

This posting is for a pooled position. Applications for “POOL” positions are accepted on an ongoing basis. The College will review the pool annually to maintain status. If a position becomes available, candidates whose qualifications match will be interviewed.

Applicants must reapply to the pool annually.

This pool accepts applications to teach core philosophy courses.

• Teach core philosophy courses as needed.
• Act as a team member of the Social Science Department.
• Communicate course objectives, grade according to those objectives, and report student progress toward those goals.
• Work effectively with students and staff of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and ages, and successfully interact with supervisors, colleagues, and staff as part of an educational team.
• Establish and maintain opportunities for reasonable out‑of‑class contact with students.
• Prepare course descriptions, course outlines, and other material related to courses taught.
• Maintain a class roll and teach in conformance with approved course outlines.
• Participate in Student Appraisal of Classroom Learning.

• Work is performed in an office or classroom setting with minimal exposure to safety and health hazards.
• May require arm, hand, and finger dexterity to operate keyboard or other office equipment.
• Requires sufficient visual acuity to recognize alphanumeric characters.
• Requires good hearing and well‑developed speaking ability to communicate with staff and students.

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

• Master’s degree in Philosophy, or completion of 27 graduate quarter hours in Philosophy or a related discipline.

• The ability to communicate effectively as a teacher and to operate as an effective member of a team.
• Must be able to work respectfully with individuals of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities.

• Criminal Background Check – C4 required.

Courses are paid on a per‑credit basis. New Part‑time Faculty begin at Step 1 of the pay scale, with steps being rolled once per term, if eligible.

• Cost per credit for each step on the pay scale is illustrated in Table 1 (reference).
• Compensation per hour for meetings, training, advising, curriculum development, or other related work is illustrated in Table 3 (reference).

• All new employees must be compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers are contingent on applicant having Oregon residency at the time of work commencement.
• Employment is subject to completion of a post‑offer criminal background check.
• Linn‑Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship.
• Within three days of hire, completion of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Form I‑9 is required.

Linn‑Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices. We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job‑related pre‑employment checks. These may include a background check, sex‑offender registry checks, motor‑vehicle history checks, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings.

Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. For questions or concerns about the pre‑employment check process, contact Human Resources at mercerh.

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

• Posting Number: 0601165‑NC
• Posting Date: 07/18/2024

• Is a primary physical residence within Oregon required? (Options: Yes – I reside in Oregon; Yes – willing to relocate; No – only interested in remote work)
• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for a work visa? (Options: Yes – will need future sponsorship; No – will not need future sponsorship)