Require Art History, Assistant (Tenure-Track) Professor in Bellevue, WA

Job title: Art History, Assistant (Tenure-Track) Professor Company: Bellevue College Job description: Art History, Assistant (Tenure-Track) Professor Job ID: 11090 Location: Bellevue College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Position Summary Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. Bellevue College's Department of Art invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Art History to begin in Fall 2022. The department seeks a candidate with expertise in Architecture, Modern, Contemporary, or Non-Western art and the ability to teach general surveys of Western art. Tenure-track faculty are expected to teach, assess, and advise students; participate in department, division, and college-wide governance; engage in ongoing professional development, including equity training. Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule Annual salary is based on a 176-day contract with a minimum of $67,712.30; beginning salary will be determined by the assessment of the candidate's education and related experience. New hires cannot be placed above $72,604.27 unless exceptional circumstances prevail. We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid personal leave plan; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc. In addition to teaching, full-time faculty maintains office hours and participate in department and college activities. This position is represented by the Bellevue College Association of Higher Education (BCAHE) union. About The College Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 44% students of color and over 1,100 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region. We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our https://www.bellevuecollege.edu/futurevision/core-themes/, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success. About the Department The Art Department at Bellevue College (BC) offers a diverse range of courses, including college level art studio, and art history courses. Our faculty serve students through an equity-based curriculum and instructional approach. BC Art faculty have expertise in a variety of disciplines, including painting, drawing, ceramics, 2D design, 3D design, and photography. Essential Functions

• Perform student-centered teaching at a minimum load of 15 credits (three classes) per quarter in developmental and college-level art courses

• Conduct courses offered in classroom, hybrid, and distance learning or on-line modalities for a multi-cultural, multi-ability, multilingual student population

• Be available to teach classes on a variety of days and/or times

• Assess student learning outcomes

• Foster a positive, caring, equitable learning environment where differences and pluralism are valued, and all students have opportunities to be successful learners

• Provide culturally-responsible advising, such as navigating obstacles that underrepresented and historically marginalized student populations may experience in college (e.g. students with disabilities, students of color, first generation college students, LBGTQia students, Veterans, 2nd language learners, etc.)

• Participate in on-going curriculum development, revision, and implementation that incorporates multi-cultural perspectives

• Participate in developing the department's college teaching and learning strategies

• Maintain excellence, current knowledge, and skills in teaching, in the Art discipline, and in cultural versatility

• Participate in governance responsibilities with colleagues

• Participate in the life and culture of the department, division, and college, including the college-wide effort to dismantle barriers that can impact underrepresented and historically marginalized student populations

• Perform related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in art history by the start of the appointment

• Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level

• Demonstrated experience teaching courses such as: Modern Architecture and Design, Modern, Contemporary, Western and Non-Western art, and History of Photography

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development

• Demonstrated experience incorporating diverse cultural and ethnic perspectives in teaching and scholarship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or background within an art studio discipline

• Experience teaching online or hybrid classes

Conditions of Employment Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties. Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Per Governor Inslee'shttps://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/proclamations/21-14.1%20-%20COVID-19%20Vax%20Washington%20Amendment.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery, state employees must be fully vaccinated and your vaccine status will be verified upon hire. Please reach out to the HR Office at mailto:[email protected] if you need information on medical or religious accommodation. Sexual Misconduct and Background Check: Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080. Reference Check: Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. Other Information

• This position is eligible for relocation allowance

• Sponsorship for employment-based visa may be an option for full-time tenure-track faculty position only and depending upon applicants qualification

How To The application deadline has been extended to 4/26/2022 and will be given first consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. This position will begin Fall Quarter, 2022. All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Required application materials:

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)

• Attach a Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• Attach a statement of your Teaching Philosophy (max 2 pages)

• Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Please provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College. Please note that your Diversity Statement must be a separate response from your Teaching Philosophy

• Attach a copy of academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts may be submitted - official transcripts required upon employment)

• Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable

Contact: If you have questions regards to application or hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to mailto:[email protected]. EEO Statement Bellevue College is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity and nondiscrimination to applicants and employees without regard to race or ethnicity; creed; color; national origin; sex; marital status; sexual orientation; age; religion; genetic information; the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability; or whether a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. Please see policy 4100 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact mailto:[email protected] or 425-564-2271. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564- 2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564- 2178, Office R130. Expected salary: $67712.3 per year Location: Bellevue, WA Apply Job!