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Online Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Networking & Cybersecurity Faculty
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Position Number: 4936180
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Science - Computer Science

Online Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Networking & Cybersecurity Faculty

Community College of Aurora

Salary: $50,829.00 - $71,080.00 Annually

Job Type: Faculty

Job Number: 330812

Location: 16000 East CentreTech Parkway Aurora, CO

Department:

OVERVIEW OF CCA

The Community College of Aurora serves our diverse community by providing high-quality instruction and support services to prepare students for transfer and employment. We are particularly interested in applicants that demonstrate a commitment to working with individuals and groups from diverse identities, including but not limited to: socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, disability, multilingual learners, veterans, non-traditional, race and ethnic backgrounds.

More than 20 different languages and 60 countries are represented at CCA. In addition to traditional degree and certificate programs, CCA offers non-credit professional development courses, customized training, and economic and workforce development resources to employer partners and individual professionals seeking to enhance the capacity and productivity of their workforce or individual knowledge and skills. The college centers diversity, equity, and inclusion and we actively seek to employee partners who want to join us in working to reducing outcome gaps among our diverse student population.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Community College of Aurora is excited to be recruiting for an Online Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Networking or Cybersecurity Faculty position, with responsibilities that include teaching a variety of courses ranging from programming to networking including cybersecurity and cloud computing, to join our Office of Online and Blended Learning. The successful candidate will have a passion for student success and high-quality online instruction that is engaging, dynamic, inclusive, effective, equity-minded, and student-centered. We are seeking talented candidates who value and support the college's mission and division's goals of social and economic mobility, improving retention and success rates, as well as closing the equity gap through innovative online instruction. CCA expects quality instruction, academic standards, student support, and a strong commitment to student engagement and success.
Faculty duties include teaching and service as guided by SP 3-30. Teaching responsibilities include coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of online instruction and related activities. These responsibilities are aligned with individual, department, division, and college goals. In order to ensure the success of our students, faculty members are committed to evidence-based practices and an ongoing pursuit of excellence through professional learning. CCA's online Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Networking and Cybersecurity courses are not self-paced but taught according to defined parts of term. Colorado residency is required. This is a predominantly remote position; occasional campus attendance may be necessary.
Service can include, but is not limited to, curriculum coordination and development; advising and outreach; system, college-wide and campus committee work; sponsoring and participating in student activities; leadership work; and attendance at college activities and events.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching

Uphold the vision, mission, and values of the college.
Maintain expertise in the subject area and effectively teach assigned online courses; develop lesson plans, activities, and assessments that lead students to successful attainment of course competencies and outcomes.
Be knowledgeable about online pedagogy/andragogy, methods, retention, inclusion, and assessment of outcomes; be willing to participate in coaching/mentoring.
Promote student success through inclusive, accessible, multi-modal, challenging, equity-minded, student-centered, and engaging instruction.
Provide proactive and holistic support for students; this includes providing outreach, differential instruction with high expectations, and high support for students of varied preparedness.
Implement current and effective teaching and learning practices, including diversification of instructional delivery, incorporation of diverse sources and voices into curriculum, and demonstration of cultural competency in teaching.
According to established timelines and expectations, create and provide a course syllabus for each assigned class to the department. Provide students with department approved syllabi by the first day of classes in the LMS.
Maintain accurate records according to department/division/college expectations and guidelines, including Instructional Guideline 2.11, in the college LMS - Desire2Learn (D2L). Submit required records according to published instructions and deadlines.
Evaluate student performance in a constructive, timely, and effective manner as stated in the course syllabus.
Participate in all departmental and college-wide assessment practices.
Complete all required instructional professional learning activities including a departmental orientation and multiple trainings during the first semester.
Stay current with and implement expectations by reading emails regularly and attending departmental, divisional, and college meetings as called by the Chair, Dean, Vice President of Academic Success, and President.
Understand and uphold the vision, mission, and values of the college, while abiding by all relevant CCA guidelines and CCCS/SBCCOE policies and procedures.

Service
Faculty are expected to engage in activities in order to establish a strong sense of community and support the college and the work of colleagues and students. Examples include the following:

Participate in or lead activities which work to fulfill the mission and goals of the college outside of the classroom.
Contribute to the department through service, including curriculum coordination and development and departmental assessment.
Conduct student academic advising, and outreach as needed.
Participate in system, college-wide, and campus committee work.
Sponsor and participate in student activities.
Contribute to and attend college activities and events.
Engage in professional growth opportunities.
Provide contributions to the discipline.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

Educational Requirements - Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field from an accredited college/university; OR Master's degree in related content area AND 18 graduate credit hours in Computer Technology coursework; OR Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field from an accredited college/university AND Three years of experience working in a technology job (IT support, computer hardware, computer networks and cybersecurity);
A minimum of three years college level teaching experience in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Networking or Cybersecurity; must include a minimum of two years online college level teaching in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Networking or Cybersecurity.
Demonstrated competency in use of technology for course delivery.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's or Doctoral degree in Computer Science or related field.
Experience in C++, C#, Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ASP.NET, SQL Server, T-SQL DDL/DML, SSIS, Windows Server, Linux, project management, networking, administration, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, routing, and cloud-based technologies (AWS, Azure).
Professional Certifications in CompTIA A+; CompTIA Network+; CompTIA Security+; CompTIA Linux+, CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA Project+; or equivalent A+.
Experience teaching in a community college setting.
Experience as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the development of an online, college-level Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Networking or Cybersecurity course.
Experience with instructional design for an online course.
Knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion in instruction.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Salary Range: Anticipated starting salary range: $50,829.00-$71,080.00. This salary is determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate balanced with departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. CCA offers an excellent benefit plan, including generous leave, holiday, and education benefits. Full time employees immediately upon hire earn 15 hours a month annual leave and 10 hours a month sick leave.

Deadline to Submit Application Material: An initial review of applications will begin on Monday, January 29, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Application Process: When submitting your online application, please include a cover letter, current resume, and professional references. Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to HR@ccaurora.edu upon offer of employment. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@ccaurora.edu.

By applying for this announced position, applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with the Community College of Aurora; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

Application Checklist

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

A complete online application
A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position
A current resume uploaded as an attachment to your online application
Candidates identified as finalists must provide three to five professional references, at least two of which must include a current direct supervisor and most recent supervisor. If you cannot provide two supervisor references, an opportunity will be afforded for discussion and consideration of alternative references with the CCA Human Resource Office. Please note, out of professional courtesy to you, we will not contact your current supervisor without first providing notice to you as a candidate and only when a contingent offer is pending in order to protect the confidentiality of your application to the full extent possible.
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation is required as part of your application. Please submit this as an attachment to your application. Please note that you have the right to redact dates from your transcript during the application process. A full, unredacted copy will be required upon hire.
For any questions or technical issues please contact HR@CCAurora.ed

Notice to all Applicants:

Proof of eligibility to work (Download PDF reader) in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.
Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.
CCA is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the COPERA web page.
Individuals currently or formerly employed by the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, and/or who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.
For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Cindy Hesse, Director of Human Resources at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207H, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at 303-360-4752, or e-mail at Cindy.Hesse@CCAurora.edu.

Colorado Residency Requirement:

Eligible applicants must be either a current Colorado resident or be able to provide proof of residency in Colorado within 30 days of the start date for the position, or they may be deemed ineligible for employment with the Community College of Aurora. Please contact HR@CCAurora.edu with any questions.

Community College of Aurora Inclusive Excellence Statement:

CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement.

Inclusive Excellence will provide a foundation for student and institutional success. Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence.

We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.

Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA.

The Federal Clery Act: (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the CCA website at the Student Right to Know page. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Community College of Aurora, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.

ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Robert Callaway at 303-360-4733 or Robert.Callaway@CCAurora.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at 303-360-4733 or Robert.Callaway@CCAurora.edu.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The Community College of Aurora prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120 and 4-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Cindy Hesse, Vice President of Human Resources at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207H, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at 303-360-4752, or e-mail at Cindy.Hesse@CCAurora.edu.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/auroraccco/jobs/4347820/online-computer-science-computer-information-systems-networking-cybersecurity

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