Asst. Professor - Computer Science jobs in Helena, MT

Information Technology/Computer Science Faculty

General Summary:

The position has primarily teaching responsibilities. The main teaching responsibility for this position is for the A.S. in information technology degree program. The instructor may also be assigned to teach courses in the A.S. in Computer Science Program and/or Certificate of Completion in Computer Programming. The Department of Information Technology, Engineering, and Computer Science (ITECS) offers degree programs in Information Technology (A.S.), Computer Science (A.S), and Pre-Engineering and Computer Programming Certificates of Completion. The workload will be equivalent to a full-time equivalent teaching load of 15 credits per quarter. The employee will maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, staff and administration; and treat others with respect and dignity, recognizing the uniqueness of students, colleagues, and Salish Kootenai College.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction

• Develop and teach classes within the Information Technology and Computer Science degree programs.

• A primary focus will be placed on the Information Technology courses, specifically in Windows and Linux Operating Systems and administration of these products in an IT environment.

• Collaborate with colleagues on academic program assessment and other program improvement efforts

• Maintain scheduled office hours and availability to assist students

Advising

• Advise students on academic and vocational curricula, internship opportunities, and career pathways.

• Keep accurate and complete advising records.

• Refer students to appropriate college and community resources

• Evaluate transcripts as needed

College/Committee Service

• Participate in SKC campus and community events. Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters and academic issues

• Attend Staff/Faculty and departmental meetings

• Devise, implement, and attend student recruiting efforts

Other

• Provide role modeling to students of professional working relationships, including (but not limited to):

• Interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

• Organizational, conflict management and teamwork skills

• Citizenship skills

• Integrate culturally competent materials into coursework, with focus on issues related to Native experience, indigenous methodology and indigenous research methods

• Participate in department assessment and planning activities

• Participate in grant-writing, grant administration or research activities as assigned or approved

• Be an appropriate representative of SKC outside the campus environment

• Know and follow SKC policies and procedures

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S in Information Technology/Computer Science or a related field.

• Must have ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and the ability to communicate through written, spoken and visual media.

• Demonstrated skills in system administration, information security, and network administration.

• Demonstrated skills in Python, Java, and/or C programming languages

• Proof of working knowledge with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.

• Have knowledge of or be open to learning about the Salish and Kootenai Tribes and the mission and goals of Salish Kootenai College.