"Full-Time Faculty - Information Systems Technology/Computer Science"

Job Description

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System whose main campus is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. As a comprehensive community college, the College provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson.

PVCC is seeking an innovative and collaborative individual to join the faculty as a nine-month Instructor/Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Systems Technology/Computer Science. Appointment Date: January 1, 2025. The successful candidate will teach a minimum of 15 credits per semester (fall/spring), which may include day, evening and weekend, off-campus, or distance education courses. The successful candidate may also teach non-credit courses as part of the semester teaching load. Approximate salary range for nine-month faculty: $48,000-$75,000 depending on education and experience.

PVCC desires applicants with a commitment to the community college mission; teaching, learning, and student success; integration of learning outcomes assessment into course development and teaching; use of current and emerging technologies to enhance instruction; and other responsibilities that contribute to the progress of the college. Finalists will be invited to present a teaching demonstration. Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Masters degree in information systems, information technology, management information systems, data sciences, computer science, or related field.
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Additional Considerations

• Demonstrated experience working with a diverse student population
• Demonstrated experience with course and program development
• Experience advising and mentoring students
• Knowledge and experience in software development or other areas in IT field.
• Knowledge and experience in cloud computing, networking, cybersecurity, information assurance, or information security
• Certifications in Cisco Certified Network, Network+, A+, or CompTIA security+
• Experience teaching or tutoring online and in-person
• Experience teaching in higher education, especially within a community college
• 18 graduate semester hours in computer science.
• Doctorate in computer science, information systems, information technology, or management information systems to include 18 graduate semester hours in computer science.

Application Package must include:

• Online Application
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references
• Unofficial Transcripts