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Posted: 16-Jul-25
Location: Pasco, Washington
Salary: $80,024-$84,074
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Internal Number: F-25-018
CBC is committed to our vision to be the educational home that transforms students' lives through economic and social mobility. We are one of eight Hispanic-Serving Institutions in Washington state with Hispanic students representing just under half of our student population. As such, CBC is committed to discovering and enacting innovative ways to intentionally serve Hispanic students while serving all. We center equity in all that we do and seek to attract and retain engaged individuals committed to helping all students be successful in accomplishing their goals.
CBC places a high value on the ability to communicate effectively across cultures, to implement culturally responsive teaching strategies, and model intercultural empathy. Experience in serving Hispanic students is not merely a preference — it is valued at Columbia Basin College. Advanced intercultural knowledge and skills among our faculty is essential to the success of our students and our institution as a whole.
El CBC está comprometido con nuestra visión de ser el hogar educativo que transforma las vidas de los estudiantes a través de la movilización económica y social. Somos una de ocho Instituciones al Servicio de los hispanos en el estado de Washington y los estudiantes hispanos representan un poco menos de la mitad de nuestra población estudiantil. Como tal, CBC se compromete a descubrir y crear formas innovadoras para servir intencionalmente a los estudiantes hispanos, mientras que al mismo tiempo sirve a todos los demás. Nos enfocamos en la equidad en todo lo que hacemos y buscamos atraer y retener individuos que se comprometan en ayudar a todos los estudiantes a tener éxito en el logro de sus metas.
El CBC le da un enorme valor a la habilidad de comunicarse efectivamente a través de culturas, para implementar estrategias de enseñanza culturalmente responsivas, y modelar empatía intercultural. La experiencia en servir a los estudiantes hispanos no es simplemente una preferencia, sino que es algo que se valora en el Columbia Basin College. El conocimiento y las aptitudes interculturales avanzadas entre nuestros profesores son esenciales para el éxito de nuestros estudiantes y de nuestra institución en su totalidad.
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Here’s how you will support our mission
Are you passionate about shaping the future of project management education? We seek a dynamic and experienced professional for a tenure-track Assistant Professor and Director to lead our Project Manangement Institution (PMI) accredited Project Management Program. This unique position is designed for a leader who thrives on blending direct faculty instruction with strategic program oversight, ensuring academic theory is firmly connected to professional practice. As Program Director, you will manage all operational aspects, including curriculum development, course scheduling, and the program budget. A primary responsibility will be leading the program's critical PMI reaccreditation, ensuring continued compliance and successful renewal. You will also lead the advisory board and cultivate strong partnerships with local employers to enhance curriculum relevance and expand student career opportunities. In your faculty capacity, you will teach a range of project management courses, directly impacting student learning, and collaborate with advising staff on student success initiatives. This role requires a visible ambassador for the program, offering a significant opportunity to make a lasting impact on both the academic and applied dimensions of project management.
This position reports to the Dean for Business & Computer Science.
The salary range for this position is $80,024-$84,074 for a 176-day contract over the Instructional Year (Fall/Winter/Spring Quarters). Additional compensation may be available for assignment of summer quarter courses or courses taught outside of the full-time position during fall, winter and spring quarters. The Director position will receive course release time, as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement, to accommodate required administrative duties.
Relocation expenses are part of the employment offer for the successful candidate if the candidate relocates to the Tri-Cities area from outside of a 175-mile radius.
A comprehensive list of tenure track faculty and director job duties and responsibilities can be found on our website.
Note: International transcripts MUST include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: https://www.naces.org/members.
General Qualities Desired
Successful candidates will demonstrate the following key competencies and qualities:
- A genuine enthusiasm for teaching and a deep-rooted dedication to enhancing student success.
- A strong alignment with the values and goals of our community college.
- Active engagement in shared governance.
- A commitment to staying up-to-date on developments in one's field of expertise.
- An openness to engaging in campus-wide activities that extend beyond one's specific discipline, enriching the overall campus community.
- Flexibility in teaching methodologies, including proficiency in eLearning and a commitment to embrace instructional innovations.
- Proficient skills in educating a diverse student body, ensuring inclusivity and effectiveness in learning experiences.
- Dedication to scholarly pursuits within one's area of specialty, contributing to the academic rigor and reputation of the college.
- A commitment to actively contribute to the design and evaluation of learning outcomes, playing a key role in the college's efforts towards institutional effectiveness and continuous improvement.
- Master’s degree in Project Management, Business, Engineering, or related STEM discipline from an institutionally accredited college or university;
- Three (3) years of industry management and leadership experience;
- Five (5) years of project management work experience;
- Two (2) years managing significant projects from initiation through closure;
- Active Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) or commitment to obtain within 1 year of hire;
- Experience with project management and other collaborative workflow software applications, including Microsoft Project and the Microsoft Office Software Suite;
- Experience creating and delivering project management content in a learning environment; and
- Demonstrated experience or commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in professional or educational settings, particularly in relation to Hispanic and underserved communities. This includes personal andprofessional efforts to address challenges faced by these populations and advocate for their success.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctorate in Project Management, Business, Engineering, STEM field, or related field from an institutionally accredited college or university;
- Experience in academic administration, program development, and curriculum design;
- Two years of college-level teaching experience, including course creation and delivery, preferably with Canvas LMS and online modalities;
- Specialized project management experience in fields such as engineering, construction, IT, governmental agencies, agriculture, or healthcare;
- Expertise in project planning, Agile management, procurement, quality, risk, earned value management, and scheduling, with a background in leading process improvement efforts; and
- Bilingual in English and in Spanish.