Posting Number:
0000278

Job Title:
Full-Time/Tenure Track - HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR IN OFFICE TECHNOLOGY DISCIPLINE

Classification Code (Part-Time):

To be filled out for part-time positions only
No Response

Position Type:
Full Time Faculty

Work Hours:


Department:
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Position Profile
THE DEPARTMENT

The Office Technology (OFTECH) discipline in the Computer Science and Information Systems (CSIS) department at Santa Monica College is committed to offering programs that strengthen the student's ability to enter or advance in a chosen career. OFTECH offers associate degree and certificate programs that provide a balance of general academics, technical skills, and personal growth-- as well as job placement opportunities. The OFTECH faculty fosters student success and focuses on underrepresented and minority students.

THE POSITION

The Office Technology discipline currently offers instruction in Health Information Technology / Office Technology courses that include, medical transcription, medical terminology, medical coding/billing, medical office procedures, electronic health records, keyboarding, and word processing. This Office Technology position requires expertise in at least four of the subject areas listed above. This assignment may include teaching day, evening, or weekend classes; distance learning and hybrid classes; and using multiple teaching methodologies. The instructor must continually update knowledge and skills to maintain mastery-level proficiency in the curriculum discipline and strive for continuous improvement of self and the department.

Duties:
-Teach all levels of courses specific to health information technology, as well as office technology;
-Coordinate, plan, prepare, present, evaluate, and deliver classroom instruction and related activities, including developing and revising curriculum; using computer and advanced technologies in instruction;
-Update knowledge and skills to maintain currency of the curriculum area through study, seminars, and return-to-industry activities;
-Offer student advising and assistance;
-Assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies, and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussion;
-Develop and file appropriate syllabi for each course taught, ensuring that each syllabus conforms to required and approved curriculum, has appropriate content and pedagogy, and reflects currency in field;
-Recommend textbooks and other instructional materials, including classroom equipment to the department;
-Keep students informed about their progress through the prompt evaluation and grading of assignments and exams;
-Maintain and report accurate and complete scholastic records, including attendance records;
-Participate in program and curriculum review and development;
-Develop and assess student learning and program level outcomes;
-Utilize the results of student learning outcomes assessment to make improvements in teaching and learning;
-Post and maintain office hours for student consultations;
-Participate in student recruitment and articulation programs;
-Participate in faculty recruitment and peer evaluation;
-Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
-Collegially participate in department, college, and discipline-specific activities;
-Participate in assignments and activities that support accreditation, institutional planning, and institutional effectiveness;
-Participate in college governance, including serving on various committees;
-Participate in local, state, regional, and national professional activities and organizations;
-Attend faculty meetings, college assemblies, professional development and orientation activities, and other meetings as called by the department chair, or college administration.

Additional Duties:


Minimum Qualifications:
Any bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience OR the equivalent* OR possession of an appropriate valid California Community College Credential authorizing service in the specified subject area(s). Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the socio-economic, academic, cultural and ethnic diversity within the college student population including students with physical and/or learning disabilities as these factors relate to differences in learning styles.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Health Information Technology, Health Information Administration, Business Education or related field. Current professional certifications in Medical Billing / Coding or related field. Five years of higher education teaching experience in related field.

Fringe Benefits:
- The Academic work calendar is 10 months
- 10 paid ill days each academic year
- Fully paid medical, dental and vision care coverage for the employee and dependents
- $50,000 Life insurance for employee
- CalSTRS (California State Teachers Retirement System) or CalPERS (California Public Retirement System only if (pre-qualified)

Selection Process:
The selection process shall include the following steps:
(a) A screening/evaluation committee will review application materials to determine minimum qualifications for the position are met;
(b) A pool of qualifying candidates will be invited to an initial interview with the selection committee at the Santa Monica Community College District's main campus or one of its satellite campuses;
(c) Upon completion of initial interview process, the selection committee will recommend candidates for final interview with the Superintendent/President who will recommend a candidate for appointment by the Board of Trustees.

Applicants will be notified by letter of their status as the committee progresses through the hiring process. Candidates who are selected for a final interview with the Superintendent/President should not expect official notification of the status of candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the Superintendent/President's recommendation.

All travel costs related to an initial interview will be borne by the candidate. Only ½ of the airfare cost to the Superintendent/President's interview will be borne by the college.

The Santa Monica Community College District reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer of any candidate and to investigate past employment records.

The Santa Monica Community College District reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay filling the position indefinitely if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.
Accommodation: Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodation in the interview and the selection process by notifying the Office of Human Resources by the deadline date. Candidates may be required to supply documentation supporting the need for the accommodation when the request is made.

For Santa Monica Community College Campuses & Program Sites please go to the website below:
http://www.smc.edu/campusmap/default.htm

For Airport, Hotel and traveling information please go to the Santa Monica Convention and Visitor Bureau website below:
http://www.santamonica.com

Conditions of Employment:
Appointment subject to verification of official transcripts, current or previous employment, tuberculosis and fingerprint clearance. Selected candidate must provide identification and work authorization.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Disclosure
BP 3120 Equal Employment Opportunity
The Santa Monica Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and will implement a comprehensive program to put those principles into practice. All qualified applicants for employment and employees shall have full and equal access to employment opportunity. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, or medical condition. No person shall be subject to discrimination on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

The Board commits the District to vigorous equal employment opportunity in all aspects of its academic and classified employment programs, including recruitment, selection, assignment, retention, promotion, and transfer. The District will strive to achieve a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state's adult population and is welcoming to men, women, persons with disabilities and individuals from all ethnic and other groups as specified in the preceding paragraph to ensure the District provides an inclusive educational environment. Such an environment fosters cooperation, acceptance, democracy and free expression of ideas.

The Board of Trustees shall approve the Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, and assume overall responsibility for the success or failure of the Plan. The Board delegates to the Superintendent/President the responsibility for implementing this policy consistent with all applicable provisions of the Education Code and Title 5. The Equal Employment Opportunity Plan will be maintained to ensure principles that conform to federal and state laws.

Equivalency Statement:
The Santa Monica Community College District, in its desire to select outstanding faculty members from the largest possible pool of qualified applicants, recognizes the fact that candidates may attain expertise in a discipline through a variety of means. Certain combinations of education, experience and other accomplishments in the field may be judged by the District as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply and provide appropriate documentation of their qualifications. For further details regarding equivalency criteria, please download the Equivalency Application Statement Form available at http://jobs.smc.edu.

Position Percentage:


Posting Date:


All applications and materials must be received by the Closing Date

Closing Date:
05-24-2017

Required Applicant Documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Applicable Transcript 1 - Unofficial copies of all post-secondary educational transcript are required.

Number of reference letters required:
2

Optional Applicant Documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
Other Document
Applicable Transcript 2 - Unofficial copies of all post-secondary educational transcript are required.
Applicable Transcript 3 - Unofficial copies of all post-secondary educational transcript are required.
Equivalency Statement Form

Special Instructions to Applicants:
An email notification will be delivered to your reference provider once you have completed your application and attached the required documents (via the online process). The reference provider will then submit their confidential letter of reference via the online confidential portal.

Your application is not considered complete without the submission of the confidential letters of reference through the online system.

It is your responsibility to ensure that all application materials are received on or before the closing date.

Salary Range:
$61,183 - $127,482

Pay Philosophy:
Starting salaries for full-time academic positions are based on a combination of education and experience. Initial placement is within the starting salary range. Further advancements are based on longevity and educational growth.

Employment Status:
Tenure Track


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