Architecture Professor - Tulare

Salary: $77,769.00 - $ Annually

Job Type: Full-time Faculty - Tenure-Track

Job Number: 7073-f-02/26

Closing: 3/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Tulare, CA

Department: Industry & Technology

Sequoias Community College District serves a diverse community of learners and is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution. The district offers a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, career and technical programs. We seek candidates who exhibit an understanding and commitment to the community college mission and have a passion for student success.

We are hiring a qualified, equity-minded candidate for a full‑time, tenure‑track position in the Architecture Department beginning August 2026. This position is located on the Tulare Campus.

The Architecture program meets regional workforce demand in drafting, construction, energy, and infrastructure sectors, preparing students for entry‑level employment, apprenticeships, and industry‑recognized certifications. Participation in the governance of the Sequoias Community College District through committee assignments is encouraged.

Sequoias Community College District is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value faculty who can serve students from diverse academic, cultural, socioeconomic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds, and who have been historically underrepresented. Faculty are expected to foster an environment of mutual respect, free from discrimination, and to implement equitable learning and teaching methods appropriate to all backgrounds.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Architecture courses and supporting student transfer, workforce preparation, and career advancement. Key duties include:

• Provide instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations.
• Teach in lecture, lab, and/or evening formats as assigned.
• Ensure lab safety compliance, including OSHA‑aligned practices and equipment maintenance.
• Integrate industry codes and evolving technologies into curriculum.
• Develop curriculum design and review courses every two years.
• Build and track student learning objectives.
• Maintain currency of the program regarding industry standards, technology, tools, labor market information, certifications, curriculum, and program review.
• Develop program review at a minimum of every two years.
• Create and/or enhance industry advisory committees.
• Connect students to job and internship opportunities.
• Coordinate use of instructional aides/student workers.
• Maintain required office hours per course.
• Participate in governance of the college via committee assignments.
• Coordinate with staff and faculty in other divisions on events and complex facilities.
• Participate fully in departmental/division responsibilities.
• Lead program enrollment, growth, and sustainability through advising student organizations and engaging with high school programs in relevant pathways.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Support dual enrollment and articulated high‑school pathways where applicable.
• Fulfill other duties and responsibilities of instructors as required.
• Engage with campus culture.
• Create and sustain an atmosphere of equity, justice, and appreciation for diversity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or higher.
• Two years of related, current work experience in the field of Architecture.
• Professional licensure as an Architect, or the ability to attain licensure.

Additional core competency:
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community college students pursuant to Title 5 53022.

Note:

Candidates who do not meet the educational minimum but have sufficient experience may claim equivalency. Equivalency paperwork must be submitted with the application by the recruitment deadline.

• State‑licensed professional architect.
• Teaching experience in California Community Colleges or CTE programs.
• Experience with CAD/BIM software (AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, Sketch Up).
• Knowledge of California Building Code, sustainability standards, and accessibility…