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Join the CBC team and help us transform students’ lives!

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
The Assistant Professor of Agriculture, as part of the Life Sciences Department within the School of Math, Science, and Engineering at Columbia Basin College, plays a critical role in advancing the College’s mission to inspire, educate, and support students in their pursuit of academic and career success. This position will focus on developing and teaching agriculture courses that align with the program goals, which include identifying and describing crop varieties, pests, diseases, and weeds from planting through harvesting; articulating and demonstrating proper safety procedures in all aspects of crop production; demonstrating proper use of production equipment and maintenance; utilizing precision techniques in crop production and irrigation; and describing agriculture business and marketing. The Assistant Professor will mentor students, contribute to curriculum development, and collaborate with colleagues and industry partners to ensure the program stays current with industry trends and workforce needs. In addition, they will engage in outreach and community engagement efforts to recruit and retain students while maintaining a student-centered approach that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion. They will also foster an inclusive learning environment, encouraging student achievement, and participate in professional development to stay up to date on advancements in the agriculture field.

This position reports to the Dean for Math, Science & Engineering

The salary range for this position is $77,693-$81,624 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. This position is in a hard to fill discipline eligible for additional money per MOU 002 – Hard to Fill Supplemental Pay and would receive an additional stipend of $5,950. This is not a guarantee of compensation and is subject to funding.

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 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.

Primary Responsibilities

GENERAL QUALITIES REQUIRED: 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.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Crop Science, Agriculture or related field from an institutionally accredited college or university or equivalent industry experience (any combination of related education and industry experience can substitute for the degree requirement on a year for year basis);
• Experience with computer applications for instructional purposes (e.g. PowerPoint, Word and the internet); 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 and professional efforts to address challenges faced by these populations and advocate for their success.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year of college-level teaching experience or three (3) years of full-time high school teaching; Adjunct experience may qualify;
• Experience working in Production Agriculture including precision agriculture, crop production, and agriculture machinery;
• Experience with eLearning techniques and modalities such as web-supported courses, hybrid courses, or other distance learning applications;
• Experience facilitating laboratory experiences for students involving agriculture production on agricultural fields and greenhouse facilities;
• Experience facilitating undergraduate research experiences; and
• Bilingual in English and in Spanish.

CBC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the letter and spirit of all federal and state laws. CBC encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other legal protected characteristics. Candidates who need any accommodation in the application process or in employment should contact the Office of Human Resources.

Terms of Employment

CBC offers excellent medical/dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, paid leave, retirement plans, and a variety of benefit options. Please view the “Benefits” tab for comprehensive benefits information.

This is a bargaining unit position represented by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Compensation and benefits are subject to the collective bargaining process. There will be paid comprehensive onboarding and training beginning August 1, 2025, but the contract for this position begins on September 1, 2025. This is a tenure track position and will begin the three-year tenure process in fall quarter 2025. More information about the tenure process can be found in Chapter 28B.50 RCW governing Washington State Community and Technical Colleges.

Successful candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Provide proof of lawful permanent residency or other appropriate work authorization as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• Disclose any substantiated findings or any ongoing investigations related to sexual misconduct as required by RCW 28B.112.080.
• Pass a criminal background check. Note: information learned during the criminal background check will not necessarily preclude employment but may be a factor in eligibility for the position.
• Maintain an alcohol-free and drug-free workplace during employment.
• Verify education at time of hire.

This position closes on January 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM PST. The College will conduct initial interviews with selected candidates via Zoom and will conduct on-campus interviews with finalists.

If you have questions or need assistance during the application or search process, please contact the recruiter for this position, Ashley Jordan at (509)542-4567 or ajordan@columbiabasin.edu.