Dean of Fine Arts jobs in Oregon

TVCC is a comprehensive community college dedicated to promoting student success.

JOB TYPE – Faculty (full-time - Tenure Track) LOCATION – Ontario, Oregon
DEADLINE – First review April 26, 2024 DEPARTMENT – Academics
PAY – $50,470 (additional steps may be REPORTS TO – Vice President of
granted per the Collective Bargaining Agreement) Academic Affairs

This is a full-time, tenure-track Faculty position teaching a broad range of courses in the
areas of drawing, painting, art history and other fine arts areas. We are looking for a
dynamic leader who can take our Fine Arts department into the next century in a student-
focused, interactive and exploratory fashion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree from accredited institution in Fine Arts or closely related field with minimum
of 18 quarter graduate credits in a fine arts area. Demonstrated ability to communicate
effectively in oral and in written form with diverse students, staff, and community members.
Must be able to work in a teamwork environment and be open to effective and appropriate
uses of technology in the curriculum. Must be able to use computer technology to enhance
instruction.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Three or more years teaching in a community college level or higher. Background in
ceramics, photography, digital design, animation, or other digital mediums are a plus.
Experience with duties such as advising, committee work, and curriculum development.
Experience in teaching online and/or distance classes. Use of Canvas or other Learning
Management Systems. Bilingual in English-Spanish.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Commitment to professional development activities that promote equitable outcomes

RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
FINE ARTS INSTRUCTOR

• Responsible for teaching courses in painting / drawing / art, Intro to visual art or basic

• Create a positive learning environment for students using innovative, effective and

• Participate in and assist with organizing co-curricular activities with campus groups

• Monitor students in labs, meet with students on campus.

• Utilize classroom assessment techniques to improve instruction and to align with

• Familiar with common Learning Management Systems (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle

• Apply problem-solving practices, relevant information, technology use and college

• Participate in the student advising and college-wide efforts to improve student

• Evaluate and document student progress; keep students apprised of progress.

• Participate in departmental meetings, in-service training and activities, and other

• Assist in curriculum and program development incorporating current educational

• Maintain office hours sufficient to meet the needs of students for consultation and

• Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural (including traditional,

• Ability to teach night and weekend courses as needed.

• Develop and implement formative assessments and use the results to improve

• Develop and implement quarterly General Education (ILO) Assessments related to Ag

• Incorporate current educational theories, research, and assessment outcomes

• Participate in professional development activities to improve teaching and learning,

• Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural (including

This announcement covers the most significant duties performed by the position, but does
not include other work, which may be similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the
position.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position is a full time, tenure-track, 10-month, Faculty bargaining-unit position.
Starting annual salary is $50,470. Additional steps may be granted based on education and
experience per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position begins on September 23,
2024. Schedule may include late afternoons and/or evenings, instruction on-line, or in a
“smart/interactive” classroom.

BENEFITS
Benefits include medical insurance for employee and eligible dependents, Oregon retirement
plan, paid life insurance, 32 hours of annual personal leave and 8 hours per month of sick
leave accrual.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A complete application file consists of the following:

• A letter of interest
• A resume
• College transcripts, (copies are acceptable at this time)
• A minimum of two recent letters of recommendation.
• A TVCC application for employment. A pdf fillable application may be downloaded at

OAR 839-006-0445 and OAR 839-006-0450(3)

In your letter of interest, briefly, tell us how your qualification align with the subject areas
listed above and how your qualification align with the other duties described.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION: All application materials should be submitted or mailed to:
HR@tvcc.cc; Human Resources, Treasure Valley Community College, 650 College Boulevard,
Ontario, OR 97914.

The position will remain open until filled; the first review date will be April 26, 2024.

NOTE: If you are unable to supply any requested application information by the deadline, please notify
the HR office, otherwise your application may be deemed incomplete and will not be considered
further. Materials submitted with the application become the property of TVCC and will be retained in
accordance with employment procedures.

The College reserves the right to reject all applicants and ask for a re-opening of the position or make
a direct appointment.