Political Science Faculty (Tenure-track)

We are committed to hiring, developing, retaining, and promoting individuals who exemplify the mission, vision, and core values of our institution and possess the skills and experience to meet the needs of our students.

Everett Community College offers the Associate in Arts and Sciences Direct Transfer Agreement degree (AAS-DTA) for students who are interested transferring to a College or University as a Political Science major. Political Science is part of the Social Sciences Department, collaborating with disciplines like History, Sociology, Anthropology, and Psychology in program review and curriculum development. Running Start (high school dual enrollment) students make up roughly 80% of the enrollment in Political Science courses at Everett Community College.
Examples of courses taught include:

• POLS& 101: Introduction to Political Science
• POLS& 202: American Government

Teaching

• Foster an equitable, anti-racist, and culturally inclusive learning environment and demonstrate an awareness of the experiences and needs of the current student population.
• Develop curriculum, prepare, modify and deliver teaching/learning activities designed to maximize student learning and foster inclusive excellence.
• Teach courses in accordance with the course record, course syllabus, approved student learning objectives, and quarterly course schedules. Design and/or deliver course assignments, learning activities and assessments that enable students to meet the course’s stated learning outcomes.
• Develop a current course syllabus using the College’s inclusive syllabus template and submit it to the Instruction Office prior to the start of the quarter.
• At the course level, assess student work using appropriate methodologies that promote further learning; at the department or program level; at the program or department level, disaggregate, review and assess student learning outcomes with the goal of continuous improvement and reduction of opportunity gaps.
• Complete summative evaluations of student work during the College’s scheduled finals week; submit final grades by the designated deadline.
• Create and maintain department and student records in accordance with college policies and procedures.
• Refer students to college services, community agencies and other professionals as appropriate.
• Conduct program/transfer advising as detailed below.
• Establish, post, and maintain regularly scheduled office hours for consultation with students.

• Full-time faculty will be responsible for advising a caseload of currently enrolled students. 
• Participate at least once annually in professional development to maintain and update advising skills.
• Participate in quarterly Advising cross-training per quarter as requested by the Dean/Supervisor.
• Provide Program Advising as assigned for students in all areas in which the faculty member has been cross-trained.
• Proactively contact all assigned students each contractual quarter.
• Participate in advisee student support networks.
• Active use of institutionally sanctioned advising platform(s) as appropriate for scheduling, record-keeping, degree planning, and communicating with advisees with ongoing development, training and support provided by the college.
• Faculty Program Advisors will support students in developing the following skills:
  1. Transfer and career planning.
  2. Building, modifying, and adhering to a degree plan.
  3. Identifying and adhering to institutional deadlines.
  4. Accessing essential resources on campus.
  5. Accessing technological resources that will assist them in monitoring their program blocks, graduation and transfer requirements.
  6. Identifying and overcoming barriers to academic success. 

• Stay current in relevant best practices, emerging topics, and research, especially those related to the mission, vision, and values of the college.
• Maintain certification and/or licensure required by the College in the performance of the faculty member’s assignment.

• Contribute to EvCC’s mission, vision and values and to the priorities and objectives articulated in Charting a Path Toward Equity: EvCC Strategic Plan 2022-2027.
• Attend and participate in:
  1. the first two days of annual opening week activities held in the Fall quarter
  2. department and division meetings
  3. training activities as mandated by state and federal law
  4. professional development program mandated by Washington Senate Bill 5227
  5. the annual commencement ceremony in June.
• Serve on committees.

• The leadership of the College has the right to assign faculty duties to faculty members.
• Faculty may be assigned non-faculty duties including, but not limited to, administrative functions, leadership of college initiatives, or other specially assigned duties.

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Political Science or a closely-related field
• Experience teaching Political Science at the college level

• Ability to use a Learning Management System (such as Canvas or Blackboard) and willingness to effectively integrate technology into instruction
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to engage and support a diverse student population, particularly community college students with varied academic preparation, life experiences, and educational goals
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, including the ability to work effectively with colleagues, staff, and students
• Ability to teach classes in person at the Everett Community College main campus 

• Community or technical college teaching experience
• Experience with curriculum development and program assessment

Physical Requirements
Everett Community College follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, printers, and telecommunication devices.
• Ability to observe, analyze, and interpret data from various sources.
• Ability to prepare and present detailed reports, both in written and audible formats.
• Ability to exchange information on the phone, through video conferencing, or in person.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing routine tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Full-time position, September through June, days/times vary by courses taught
• FLSA overtime exempt
• Position is subject to Everett Community College policies and procedures.
• Represented by American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement

Notice to Applicants

This position is not eligible for an employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Background Check

Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. 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.

Drug-Free Campus

In compliance with federal and state regulations, EvCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are required to comply with EvCC’s policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notification of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety.

The complete policy is available at the EvCC Policies page. If you would like a printed copy of the policy, or if you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 425-388-9229.

Safety and Security

EvCC strives to be a safe, secure and prepared campus for our students, staff and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety, Security and Emergency Management page. This information is required by law and is provided by the EvCC Security Department. If you would like a printed copy of this information, you may contact the Security Department at (425) 388-9990.

Reasonable Accommodations and Non-Discrimination

Reasonable accommodation is provided in all aspects of employment, including the application process, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at hr@everettcc.edu or 425-388-9229. For more information see: EvCC3020: Americans with Disabilities Act policy

Everett Community College does not discriminate based on, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, language, culture, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy or parental status, marital status, actual or perceived disability, use of service animal, economic status, military or veteran status, spirituality or religion, or genetic information in its programs, activities, or employment.

Contact the following people with inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination, Title IX compliance, or Americans with Disabilities Act compliance:

Equal Opportunity Director: EqualOpportunity@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271;

ADA Coordinator: ADACoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9232;

Title IX Coordinator: TitleIXCoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271.

HR offices are located in Olympus Hall 111, 2000 Tower St. Everett, WA 98201.

For more information, visit the Equal Opportunity and Title IX website.