Faculty Building Construction Technology
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Education / Teaching
Adult Education
Full-time Faculty – Building Construction Technology
Portland Community College (PCC) invites a full-time instructor to teach Building Construction Technology (BCT) at the Rock Creek Campus beginning September 2026. The position is housed in the School of Trades and Industrial Technology and is open to candidates who meet the qualifications outlined below.
Institutional OverviewPCC is the largest post‑secondary institution in Oregon and the 19th largest in the United States, serving roughly 80,000 students. PCC is committed to equity and inclusion, providing high‑quality education to all students and contributing to community economic development.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team currently hires only individuals who can establish residence in Oregon or Washington.
Program & Candidate ProfileThe BCT instructor will deliver 3‑hour lecture and 6‑hour lab courses covering residential light‑frame construction, safety practices, tools, materials, math, and blueprint reading. Candidates should:
- Have strong industry experience in residential construction and an instructional background.
- Be able to lift 50 lb, work from ladders or scaffolding, and model safety‑centered hands‑on learning.
- Demonstrate the ability to adapt instruction to diverse student needs and foster an inclusive environment.
The successful applicant will teach introductory and intermediate BCT courses, contribute to curriculum development, and maintain a safety‑focused learning environment.
Screening Timeline- First interviews (Zoom) – February 2026
- Second interviews & teaching demonstrations (in‑person) – mid‑February to early March 2026
- Finalist interviews with AVP and Pathway Dean – April 2026 or later
During your application, please respond to the following question:
- “In what ways do or would your lived experiences shape your culturally responsive teaching? Please give examples.”
Applicants must hold a required academic credential from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or an equivalent foreign institution evaluated by a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency. For further details see the PCC faculty qualifications policy.
Minimum Qualifications- Master’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Civil or Structural Engineering, or related field + minimum 3 years of recent full‑time residential/light‑commercial construction experience. Recent teaching or industry training experience may substitute on a year‑by‑year basis.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field + minimum 4 years of full‑time residential/light‑commercial construction experience. Recent teaching or industry training experience may substitute.
- Associate’s degree + minimum 5 years of full‑time residential/light‑commercial construction experience, or 7 years full‑time experience if substitute teaching or industry training experience is available.
- Current knowledge of residential construction practices (concrete, wiring, roofing, plumbing, finishes, cabinetry).
- Clear safety supervision, including proper PPE use, tool handling, workspace organization.
- Ability to adapt instruction in real time to student needs.
- Demonstrated creation of inclusive learning environments for diverse adult learners.
- Team collaboration in project implementation and partnership engagement.
Initial placement ranges from Step 1 ($73,911) to Step 3 ($78,408), increasing to Step 17 ($118,558) based on additional experience and internal equity. Refer to the PCC salary schedule for details.
Benefits & Paid Leave- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, group life, long‑term disability and care.
- Oregon PERS fully funded plus additional 6 % Individual Account contribution.
- Tax‑deferred annuity and deferred compensation.
- Tuition waiver for employees and dependents under 24; partial reimbursement at other accredited institutions.
- Access to campus facilities, sporting events, cultural events.
- Paid leave: 1 day sick per 18 days worked (~10 days/year), 4 paid holidays, 21 hours personal leave, PCC winter break, etc.
- DD‑214 for veterans; DD‑214 plus VA letter for disabled veterans.
PCC is not currently able to provide visa sponsorship (e.g., H‑1B). Criminal background check is required. Annual security report is available on the Department of Public Safety website.
How to ApplyPlease submit your application through PCC’s online portal and include your response to the application prompt. For questions, contact pccjobs
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