Successful candidates should have knowledge of:
- Culturally responsive, inclusive, and anti-racist practice and instruction; a strong understanding and ability to apply knowledge of the teaching and learning process.
- Curriculum and Instructional Planning.
- Implementation of student success strategies such as Guided Pathways.
- Comprehensive budget development and management.
- Outcomes assessments and accreditation.
- Shared governance.
- Collective bargaining.
- Effective pedagogy in online and face-to-face Instruction.
- Use of educational technologies.
- Establishing strategic partnerships.
- Creating professional development plans.
- Collaborative and community-building leadership.
- Program articulations and workforce development.
Candidates will be evaluated on:- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated commitment to ensuring that academic programs provide smooth pathways to further education and the workforce.
- Ensures the integrity and accountability of academic programs by upholding professional and accreditation standards.
- Has a strategic vision for the institution.
- Demonstrated experience providing academic leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to further develop and implement student success strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collegial environment.
- Engagement and promotion in shared governance.
- Demonstrated budget development and management experience.
ABOUT CLARK COLLEGE: Clark College is Southwest Washington’s largest public institution of higher education with an open-enrollment framework welcoming students of all ages and backgrounds pursuing their educational or career paths. With a mission to service the community and guide individuals to achieve their educational and professional goals, Clark inspires learners to excel, transforms lives, and strengthens our increasingly diverse community.
Clark College uses equity, justice, and anti-racist practices as a foundation to ensure all faculty, staff, and students feel welcomed, included, and engaged. The college employs a strong belief that diversity is critical to ensuring that multiple viewpoints are represented and considered in decision-making. They offer a great benefits package and opportunities to engage in professional development, build equity competencies, and practice wellness. Clark College strives to create a cultural climate that challenges power, privilege, and inequity. View Clark’s
Commitment to Social Equity here.
Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision, and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. For more information on Clark College, please visit
www.clark.edu or regarding the college's Affirmative Action Policy or Disability Accommodations, call the Director of Labor and Compliance, (360) 992-2317 or email
ggabbard@clark.edu.
WHAT WE OFFER:- A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
- McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
- Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
- Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
- On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
- Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
- Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTPrior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. Completion of academic degrees will also be verified through receipt of official transcripts. Please note that upon being hired, Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) require a Vocational Certification plan be in place prior to the first day of classes. Under the standard specified in WAC 131-16-070 through 131-16-094 Vocational Certification is a condition of continued employment for all professional technical education personnel.
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATIONIf you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.
CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office.