Faculty, Arts, Jewelry and Metalsmithing

DEPARTMENT:

Art

PAY RANGE:

Salary is based on education and experience, full-time, benefit eligible

Unlock Exceptional Benefits at FVCC (Worth ~$25K)! You'll receive generous employer contributions towards your Health/Vision & Dental, up to 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 12 holidays. Plus, build your future with the Montana Teachers' Retirement System and a 403(b) match up to 7%. And that's not all - Public Loan Forgiveness plus invest in your continued education when you explore Tuition Waiver benefits for you and your dependents!

FLSA:                                    

Exempt

CLOSING DATE:

Open Until Filled

SUMMARY

Flathead Valley Community College is an outstanding public community college located on a beautiful campus in Kalispell, Montana, with panoramic views of the northern Rocky Mountains and Glacier National Park. Our vision is to improve lives through learning, and the trustees, faculty and staff are dedicated to values that foster and preserve the spirit of our college and promote and support the well-being and economic development of the communities we serve.

The successful candidate should be prepared to teach in such areas as:

• Jewely and Metalsmithing
• 3D Jewelry Design and Modelling, CAD
• Wax Modelling and Casting (sculpture)
• Stone Setting
• Jewelry Repair
• Forging and Smithing

For a complete description of classes, please visit the FVCC course catalog here:https://catalog.fvcc.edu

This position begins August 16, 2027.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Teaches and conveys knowledge of jewelry and metalsmithing courses at freshman, sophomore and advanced levels in an effective manner.
• Assists with the development and revision of curriculum and integrates subject area with other related curricula
• Oversees jewelry and related programs inclusive of jewelry manufacturing
• Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process and fulfills all academic responsibilities
• Teaches content material using a variety of instructional methods to facilitate student learning
• Utilizes emerging technology and keeps current on developing technologies related to the field.
• Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements and participates in assessment activities
• Advises students according to established guidelines
• Works with the FVCC Advising Liaison and Montana universities to inform transfer pathways
• Serves as an ambassador for the College and fosters positive student and community relations and recruitment efforts.
• Identifies the need for adjunct faculty and assists in the hiring of adjunct faculty
• Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies
• Advances the mission of FVCC
• Creates and maintains a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintains effective working relationships
• Actively participates in the development of a climate that promotes and supports innovation and efforts to continuously improve services to students, faculty, and the College
• Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment
• Fosters positive student and community relations
• Convenes advisory committees
• Reports to the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in closely related field; AND,
• A minimum of one year of post-secondary teaching experience in an accredited institution in all aspects of jewelry curriculum

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Fine Art (MFA)
• Three years’ experience teaching undergraduate studio courses in goldsmithing, jewelry, 3D jewelry design
• Experience working with instructional technology and/or distance education courses
• Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to effectively teach content material using a variety of instructional methods to facilitate student learning
• Ability and willingness to serve as a representative of FVCC by interacting appropriately with the community
• Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC
• Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships
• Ability to follow and issue instructions
• Ability to create and maintain a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintain effective working relationships, and foster positive student and community relations
• Demonstrated communication, project management, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work non-traditional schedules, including evenings and weekends to meet student needs
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to respond in the event of an emergency
• Ability to perform a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/careers-at-fvcc; paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted for open positions.  FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration. Additionally, applicants are required to submit the following documents by uploading them to the online application:

• Letter of application indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detail your work experience as it relates to the position's Knowledge, Skills and Abilities; AND
• A current, comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae; AND
• Unofficial transcripts for all degrees held and Professional Certifications, when applicable. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will submit official transcripts for all degrees held and applicable certifications to FVCC HR upon hire. Only transcripts from accredited institutions will be accepted; AND
• Three professional references, with complete contact information, must be provided on the application form. Professional references must be individuals most familiar with applicant's work experience, skills, and work behaviors and supervisory experience. Do not list family and friends for professional references.

EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS, REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Prior to any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume.  Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:  FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law.  These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.  

FVCC BOARD POLICY:  The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/board-administration/board-of-trustees/board-policies

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES:  FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process.  No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ACT:  Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans’ Preference laws do not, however, guarantee Veterans a job, nor do they give Veterans’ preference in internal actions such as promotion, transfer, reassignment, and reinstatement.  Applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file.  To claim Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veterans' Preference Form (form is available at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to HR@fvcc.edu. Claims for Veterans' preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.    

WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION:  Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision, FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security.  To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.