Cybersecurity / Computer Science Faculty in Ontario, Oregon at Treasure Valley Community College (OR)

The Cybersecurity / Computer Science Faculty member will develop and teach curriculum, including but not limited to courses in cybersecurity, networking, and programming.
•The Cybersecurity / Computer Science instructor will oversee planning, organizing, and teaching within the TVCC Business and Computer Science department.

•Will provide continuous quality review and improvement within the program.

•Establish and maintain a long-term vision for the TVCC Cybersecurity / Computer Science program.

•Ensure Program and Institutional level outcomes are conducted and documented. Responsible for the oversight of Program reviews.

•Help create and maintain an environment conducive to teaching and learning.

•Assist in developing and maintaining student advising activities and participate in “Advising Day”.

•Work with the Vice President of Academic Affairs in the hiring, supervision, and evaluation of part-time faculty.

•Participate in Advisory Committees, departmental meetings, college-wide meetings, in-services, and required training for program enhancement.

•Promote teaching excellence, professional development, and service to the college and community, keeping updated on cybersecurity standards and college policies.

•Coordinate the development and review of curriculum with members of the department. Dedicated to maintaining current industry standards.

•Work with members of the department to develop a quarterly/annual schedule for courses and teaching schedule that considers faculty and student needs, times of day classes are offered, including day / evening / distance opportunities.

•Serve as contact person/coordinator for the department about state, professional, and accrediting groups, the community, and other external contacts.

•Participate in and assist with organizing co-curricular activities, such as recruitment and student retention.

•Work with high school and university counterparts to align curriculum and develop career pathways for students.

•Create a positive learning environment for students using innovative, effective, and diverse teaching methods to engage students in their own learning and enhance student success.

•Utilize classroom assessment techniques to improve instruction.

•Participate in student advising and college-wide efforts to improve student retention and success.

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

•Participate as a member of a working committee dealing with instruction, student matters, and/or college-related concerns.

•Assist in curriculum and program development, incorporating current educational theories, research, and outcomes assessment strategies. Select appropriate textbooks, software, and supplemental materials.

•Maintain office hours sufficient to meet the needs of students for consultation and advisement: Minimum five hours per week (or per the Collective Bargaining Agreement).

•Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural (including traditional, non-traditional, and international students) and socio-economic backgrounds.

•Serve as the faculty lead for industry academy partnerships, including Cisco Networking Academy, Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Academy, and other vendor aligned academies as adopted by the college.

•Ensure ongoing compliance with academic requirements, including curriculum alignment, instructor qualifications, required training, reporting, assessments, and annual renewal or reauthorization processes.

•Coordinate with Information Technology and academic leadership to maintain eligibility, access to instructional resources, labs, and platforms required by academy partners.

•Monitor changes to academy standards or requirements and adjust curriculum, instructional practices, and documentation as needed to maintain institutional good standing.
MANDATORY: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science or closely related field. Five years of cybersecurity experience. Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

PREFERRED: Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or closely related field. Three years of teaching experience. Multilingual (English and Spanish).
This is a full-time tenure-track, 34-weeks (170 days), Faculty bargaining unit position. The starting annual salary is $49,000 (step 1). Additional steps may be granted based on education and experience levels. There may also be opportunities to earn additional pay with overload each term as defined under the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Schedule may include late afternoons and/or evenings, instruction online, or in a classroom with distance delivery. Position is scheduled to begin in September 2026.