Calhoun Community College Jobs Hiring Now

Position Summary

(Salary placement within this range is determined by your academic credentials and documented years of full-time related work experience)

Only current Calhoun Community College employees are eligible to apply. Applicants must meet the minimumqualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a complete application packet through the onlineapplication system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• On-line application
• Letter of Interest
• Current résumé
• Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach at varied times and places and in varied formats based on student demand; day or evening, on the Alabama Center for the Arts campus, Decatur and Huntsville/Research Park Campus or at other sites, including dual enrollment, traditional classroom, hybrid or web format, and distance education.
• Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.
• Teach classes in visual communications, including, but not limited to multimedia, digital photography, video editing, graphic design, illustration, web design, and UI/UX.
• Design courses and curriculum, as needed.
• Maintain a functioning lab and workspace for students.
• Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.
• Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grades, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information to appropriate offices.
• Assist in the development of discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.
• Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.
• Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material.
• Participate in scheduled in-service activities.
• Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.
• Be prompt and punctual in reporting for work. Maintain assigned office hours.
• Maintain or increase competency in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and updating professional competencies.
• Promote positive and productive relationships with service area businesses, industries, and agencies.
• Perform all duties with professionalism.
• Provide advice to the administration on matters pertaining to the instructional program.
• Serve on committees engaged in furthering the work of the institution when appointed or when elected.
• Become familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and Alabama Community College System Policy Manual; and follow such policies and procedures.
• Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with at least twenty-seven (27) semester hours in multimedia or related field and a minimum of 3 years of full-time documented experience in the multimedia industry is required OR a minimum of a Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Multimedia, Art, Design, or Visual Communications from an accredited institution is required.
• Documented evidence of proficiency with current educational technologies in the classroom including internet, e-mail, and computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc.) is required.

• Documented experience in multimedia, animation, video production, print design, and/or digital publishing;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Documented evidence of proficiency in the use of Adobe Creative Cloud, Blender 3D or other 3D modeling software, and/or any video editing software;
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area;
• Ability to conduct individual and small group instruction;
• Previous experience using WebCT, Blackboard, or other course management software, from an instructor standpoint;
• Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy, and new software, as required;
• An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system;
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
• Ability to deal effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the public;
• Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds;
• Successful problem solving skills;
• Successful college teaching experience;
• Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning;
• A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand;
• Confidence in decision-making and communication skills;
• Documented successful experience teaching and developing web-based courses.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.calhoun.edu

P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2590
256-306-2591
jobs@calhoun.edu

Sick Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

• Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $904 monthly (effective 10/01/25).

Duty Hours
(Hours vary by campus and instructional needs)

Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
1/3 waived after 1st year
2/3 waived after 2nd year
3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.