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Human Resources
humanresources@wnc.edu 
(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Academic Faculty Contract, 171-day, Benefits Eligible, Tenure track.

This position is located on the Fallon campus. Additional travel to serve other rural areas within the WNC service region is required as part of this position. Future reassignment is possible based on the needs of the students and the institution; this may include classes on other college campuses, remote sites, rural centers, online, or via remote video. 

Expected start date: Fall 2027 Semester

Applicants are encouraged to also apply for the Instructor, English (Temporary) vacancy if interested. Search for R0154200 on the WNC Jobs Page

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Teach a minimum of 30 credits a year

• Teach both day and evening transfer-level and developmental English classes
• Develop traditional and alternative methodologies and teach using traditional and alternative methodologies (interactive video, web-based, etc.)

• Participate in student advisement

• Participate in program review and academic program assessment

• Serve on college and system committees as required

• Participate in college and community service activities

• Perform all responsibilities set forth in Board of Regents Handbook, Title 2, Chapter 4, Section 4.4.2

• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in English or closely related field

• Experience in teaching college level courses

• Experience teaching with distance education/online teaching modalities

Travel/Schedule Requirements 

• Occasional travel to assigned locations is required – incumbents must hold a valid drivers license upon hire and as a condition of continued employment

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Ph.D. from a regionally accredited university

• Experience in teaching developmental courses

• Experience with diverse populations

• Experience with literacy education

• Experience with writing & coaching at a writing center

• Experience with program assessment

• Thorough understanding of the purpose and function of a community college

• Fluency in Spanish

Questions

Department Contact - If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application, please contact the department:

• Cassandra Luster, Administrative Assistant 4, Liberal Arts & Sciences
• cassandra.luster@wnc.edu AND/OR 775-445-4469 

Minimum Starting Salary Information: 

The salary grade is based on the selected candidate's level of academic preparation: COMMUNITY COLLEGE ACADEMIC SALARY GRADES. The selected candidate will be placed at or above the minimum based on years of related, professional experience. WNC's placement range falls within the NSHE salary schedule: ACADEMIC SALARY SCHEDULE-COMMUNITY COLLEGES.

Retirement – NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA) 

All faculty and professional staff working at least half-time equivalent must participate in the NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA) as a condition of employment. The current contribution rate is 19.25%. Your contribution is matched by the College at 19.25%. 

Your contributions are made by pre-tax salary reduction and you are 100% vested from your first day. You choose how to invest your own and NSHE’s contributions. The plan administrator provides dedicated financial consultants that are available to assist you in your investment deliberations. NSHE provides participants with a three-tiered investment line-up that provides investment options for everyone, from the less engaged investor to the investor who prefers to more actively manage their retirement savings. The tiered structure provides a simplified investment selection process, allowing you to make your decision based on your investment expertise and comfort level. See Your Retirement Benefits for additional information.  

Faculty and staff who have previously participated in the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) may be required to continue participation in PERS.  

 
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) does not participate in the federal Social Security System but does contribute to the federal Medicare program. This means that while you are employed by NSHE neither you nor NSHE contribute to Social Security and you do not earn a Social Security benefit. 

Perks of Working at WNC 

• Beautiful campus located along numerous biking and walking trails 

• Voluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans) 

• Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Program 

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance 

• Generous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays - Faculty Benefits 

• The WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership WNC Fitness Center 

• ComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and Staff  

• Discounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center which has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement System  

• Voluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more – Voluntary Benefits 

• An academic faculty senate represents full-time, academic faculty 

• Free parking and plenty of it! 

• No State income tax! 

Education Benefits for Faculty Employees and Family Members 

WNC is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and their qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Qualified dependents of faculty can take unlimited credits per semester. More information can be found in the Board of Regents Handbook 

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This posting is open until filled

Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion.

WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The college's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNC's Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator:

Victor Navarro at TitleIX@wnc.edu or (775) 445-4235

Western Nevada College

2201 West College Parkway

Bristlecone Building, Room 154

Carson City, NV 89703

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. 

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

Western Nevada College does not sponsor Visas. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States, without sponsorship, at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.