EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT SKC

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Custodial Team Leader
Salary Range: $12.25/hour DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

Maintain a clean and safe working environment for all staff, faculty and students. This position will work under a Team System of cleaning all buildings on SKC campus. This position will lead and develop individual teams. This position will supervise and serve as a leadership position with the Team Leaders and the team. Position will follow policy and procedures.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Model and instruct professional behavior to team members
• Be firm with decisions
• Become familiar and follow SKC policies and procedures
• Maintain positive working relationships with administration, faculty, staff, supervisors and team members
• Oversee and inspect the tasks and overall performance of the team
• Responsible for the verification of job completion and hours worked of team members
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms, doors and door handles
• Clean carpets, mats, hard floors and walls
• Clean windows and light fixtures
• Dust and clean/sanitize furniture
• Remove all garbage and keep trash containers clean
• Empty cigarette butts in containers and pick-up those on the grounds
• Perform seasonal outside work as required
• Check and secure buildings at end of shift
• Maintain and upkeep cleaning equipment
• Maintain and upkeep vehicles (check fluids and keep clean)
• Report any additional duties or changes in cleaning schedule

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Career Advisor (10-month)
Salary Range: $31,000 - $36,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary

The Career Advisor of the TRiO Student Support Services Program {SSS) is primarily responsible for the overall coordination, implementation, continuous review, and analysis of career services for SSS participants. The Career Advisor works closely with the Director of the SSS Program and other SSS staff to develop strategies to increase student engagement in career pathways, readiness, and career goals. The Career Advisor must also be familiar with the problems encountered by students in rural areas, as well as the socioeconomic challenges, transportation issues, and diversity-related needs of Native American people.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university in education, counseling, career/vocational, or a related field.
• Must have at least two years experience working with Student Support Services/TRiO, postsecondary educational student services, or other similar educational programs for adults in career services or career planning.
• Must have experience working with Native Americans in an education setting.
• Must have experience working with low income, first generation college, or disabled students.
• Must have knowledge of grant-funded programs and processes.
• Must have knowledge of post-secondary institutions, financial aid and student advising skills.
• Must have experience with the Montana Career Information system (MCIS).
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, including technical and clerical skills.
• Proven competencies with computers, preferably with Networks and Teleconferencing, Internet, E-mail, and Microsoft Office expertise.
• Must be familiar with issues encountered by students in rural areas and the socioeconomic challenges, employment barriers, and diversity-related needs of Native Americans.

Required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire

All childcare aides must pass a background check

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Writing Coach/Computer Lab Monitor Part-time (10-month position/evenings)
Salary Range: $13.93/hour
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary

The Writing coach/Computer Lab Monitor of the TRiO Student Support Services Program {SSS) is primarily responsible for online and individual lab tutoring regarding writing skills, Schoology, and basic computer knowledge for SSS participants. The Writing Coach works closely with the Director of the SSS Program and other SSS staff to develop strategies to improve student writing and other gateway courses. The Writing Coach/ Lab Monitor must also be familiar with the problems encountered by students in rural areas, as well as the socio-economic challenges, transportation issues, and diversity-related needs of Native American people.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor Degree from an accredited college or university in education, in a relevant field.
• Must have at least one year experience working in some capacity with Student Support Services/TRiO, postsecondary educational student services, or other similar educational programs for adults.
• Must demonstrate strong writing skills as determined by the SKC’s Writing Center and be working on tutoring certification within4 months of hire.
• Must have experience working with Native Americans in an education setting.
• Must have experience working with low-income, first-generation college, or disabled students.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. organizational skills, and skills in troubleshooting minor problems with computers and computer labs.
• Proven competencies with computers, preferably with Networks and Teleconferencing, Internet, E-mail, Microsoft Office expertise, and Schoology.
• Must be familiar with issues encountered by students in rural areas and the socioeconomic challenges, employment barriers, and diversity-related needs of Native Americans.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Housing Maintenance Technician
Salary Range: $31,000-$33,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary

This position maintains SKC Student Housing property and buildings to ensure a safe and clean environment for students and visitors. Position duties include complete inspection, repair, and cleaning/sanitizing of Dorms and Housing units, and coordinating and supervising outside contractors to repair and paint Dorms and Housing units. Maintenance tasks may include repairs of plumbing, electrical, minor furniture or appliance repair, minor repair of sheet rock, drywall, and/or painting, repair and sealing of floors, repair or replacement of doors and windows, and cleaning/sanitizing. This position works in coordination with SKC maintenance to maintain Housing units in good repair. Additional duties include moving furniture into units, purchasing parts and other maintenance supplies, stocking Dorms for move-in, minor grounds maintenance, and other related duties as directed by immediate supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Montana Drivers License.
• Three years experience in building repairs, including experience with plumbing and electrical.
• Six months experience in general house cleaning.
• Previous experience in building construction.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to use computer systems.
• Provide self-direction for identifying and completing tasks.
• Work hours must be flexible to allow for working weekdays, weekends, days, evenings andholidays as needed due to emergency situations.
• Position physically demanding, individual must be able to lift heavy objects and work in all typesof weather.
• Experience with appliance repair desirable but not required.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Prevention Specialist
Salary Range: $30,000 - $35,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary

Serve as Prevention Specialist (PS) for SKC Community Health & Development (CHD) under the direction and supervision of the Project Director and CHD management. PS responsibilities include assisting the PD in the daily operation of the Bison Resiliency Coalition project. Responsible to maintain all contact with workgroup members and community gatekeepers. Applicant will be responsible for campus outreach, recruitment of student participants, and promoting health activities. Applicants must be reliable; detail oriented and can efficiently handle multi-tasking. Must be able to independently organize, prioritize and manage. Contribute to and support cultural awareness standards to work cross-culturally. Requires energetic, self-directed and professional work habits, and an ability to engage participants and stakeholders effectively. Travel-related to the Bison Resiliency Coalition, as needed. PS will enter information on program activities via the data collection system on a quarterly basis for required progress reporting needs to the PD and Evaluator. Must have effective collaboration and communication skills. The PS supports the CHD department’s goals and objectives through a variety of tasks while maintaining a commitment to the mission, vision and core themes of SKC.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in a discipline relevant to the scope of this position.
• Minimum: Associates Degree in a discipline relevant to the scope of this position.
• Experience building and maintaining participant and partner relationships.
• Knowledge of substance abuse and health promotion strategies.
• Experience conducting presentations to community stakeholders and leaders.
• Must possess a valid and current driver's license and automobile insurance. Must have reliable transportation and able to travel.
• Proven competencies with computers, preferably with Apple computers, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Google Drive and Google Applications.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Bookstore Sales Clerk
Salary Range: $10.03 - $10.93 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary

Under the supervision of the Bookstore Director, the Sales Clerk ensures the Bookstore operates in a manner that provides a quality experience for its customers. The Clerk serves as the lead cashier while providing outstanding customer service. Duties include assisting customers in person, with the virtual bookstore and over the telephone with respect, courtesy and accuracy in a timely manner. Assist customers with package returns and shipments. Completes daily logs for receiving UPS and FedEx shipments. The Sales clerk utilizes the computerized cash register completing various sales and credit card transactions, and balancing register at end of shift. The Sales Clerk assists with inventory management, which includes preparing purchases, receiving, pricing, filing, and organizing merchandise and replenishing shelves. Light cleaning and re-arranging of merchandise and displays.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least two (2) years’ experience in a retail environment, including cashiering and working with the public.
• Must have computer experience, excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently, self-directed, and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong customer service skills, including the ability to multi-task and maintain composure under pressure.
• Willing and able to enthusiastically interact with others face to face, by telephone and through other communication methods using active listening skills.
• Must be able to resolve problems in an effective, innovative and timely manner.
• Must be detail-oriented, motivated, reliable and able to work with diverse members of the community.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to lift and move boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: IRC- Research Coordinator
Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

The Indigenous Research Center Research Coordinator will be assist the PI with overall operation of the Center including the integration of IRM in STEM research activities, the SKC IRM certification program, Center IRM symposium, IRM professional development, IRB modular creation, IRC colloquia, Advisory Board meetings, TCU visiting scholar program, grant reporting, and external evaluation. In summary, this position is responsible for handling oral, written, and electronic communication to facilitate requirements of each project; being well-organized and able to work on a professional level with various stakeholders, both nationally and internationally. The Research Coordinator may have several time-sensitive, mission critical duties assigned at once, which include sensitive data collection, reporting, and knowledge of the mission, vision, and goals of the IRC. In addition, the Research Coordinator is responsible for ensuring research projects follow all procedures, especially the IRB process

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with integration of IRM in STEM research activities, SKC IRM certification program, Center IRM symposium, IRM professional development, IRB modular creation, IRC colloquia, Advisory Board meetings, TCU visiting scholar program, grant reporting, and external evaluation.
• Assist with prioritizes and coordination of various research projects as requested by IRC team members, director, and administrator.
• Understand and take the lead for securing and maintain IRB approvals and compliance.
• Assist student interns, visiting faculty as directed by IRC leadership.
• Compile and organize data and other relevant information related to the IRC.
• Process mail and faxes, screens phone calls, maintain appointment calendars, organize meetings, set-up and maintain administrative files (inventory, personnel files, correspondence, etc.) and interacts regularly with IRC team and outside contacts.
• Prepares administrative forms in accordance with SKC policies and procedures.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Health Promotion and Instruction Specialist
Salary Range: $35,000-$45,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary

Serves as Health Promotion and Instruction Specialist (HPIS) for the Tribal Practices for Wellness grant housed with SKC Community Health & Development. This position will 1) provide family and community activities that connect cultural teachings to health and wellness, 2) intergenerational learning opportunities that support wellbeing and resilience, and 3) Instruct traditional and contemporary physical activities that strengthen wellbeing for SKC students, families and community members. This position will work as part of the CHD team to develop and implement activities that align specific grant-funded projects. This position promotes awareness of culture and traditions of Salish Kootenai College as outlined in the SKC Mission, Vision and Mission Objectives.

This is a grant funded position through April 29, 2022. The position could be extended but is not guaranteed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field and/or a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with participants (adult or youth) in a classroom/instruction setting. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), or eligible to become certified and/or hold another related certification. Knowledge of the Séliš (Salish), Ksanka (Kootenai) and QÍispé (Pend d’Oreille) and/or Tribal culture and diet. Bilingual: English and Séliš (Salish)/QÍispé (Pend d’Oreille), or Ksanka (Kootenai). Ability to independently organize and prioritize activities of daily office operations required. Must have effective collaboration and communication skills. Ability to develop and deliver age-appropriate material to various age groups (i.e., 0-4 years of age, middle school, high school, college students and older adults/elders). Proven competencies with computers, preferably with Apple computers, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Google Drive and Google Applications. Ability to work with culturally diverse populations. Knowledge of health education/promotion principles and theories, health communications and marketing. Ability to work some evenings and weekends. Travel-related to instruction on a regular basis. Must complete and pass a background check. Must possess a valid and current driver's license and automobile insurance. Must have reliable transportation and able to travel. Must be able to life 50 lbs.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Accounting Technician/Receptionist
Salary Range: $11.32 - $12.63/hour DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

Greet and assist general public, students, staff and faculty. Answer switchboard. Assist with journal entries, monthly adjustments and miscellaneous charges. Perform other general accounting functions. Check AP checks for proper back up prior to filing. Assist with filing. Assist other Business Office Personnel as needed.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Greet and assist general public, students, staff and faculty. Answer switchboard. Disburse student refund checks and payroll checks. Responsible for all filling. Record Purchase Orders for SKC bookstore and create the Monthly Adjustment for recording bookstore purchases. Proof various Journal Entries, Monthly Adjustments, and Miscellaneous Charges. Assist with preparing outgoing mail. Verifying all AP checks for proper back up prior to filling.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED and 2-years office experience. 10-key required. Ability to work as a team, establish and maintain effective working relationships, maintain confidentiality and public relations a must. Must be able to multi-task, work in a fast paced environment. Ability to carry out normal responsibilities and meet unusual situations with professionalism. General computer knowledge helpful

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Risk/Compliance- Administrative Assistant
Salary Range: $32,000 - $35,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

The purpose of the Risk and Compliance Administrative Assistant position is to work with the Risk and Compliance Office on the administrative functions of Federal, State, and Private funding sources, contracts and legal documents and general administrative management.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successful candidates must have at least an A.A. Degree in a related field and four years experience in office management. Demonstrated knowledge and five (5) years experience in computer software and computer systems are necessary. Must be detail orientated, highly organized, and able to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated good communication skills are required.

Must be able to multi-task, work in a fast paced environment efficiently and work in a team setting. Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and be flexible in meeting unusual situations with professionalism.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: HCT- Administrative Assistant
Salary Range: $16.54 - $17.41 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

Assists the Department Head in administrative activities for the Department. Prepares reports as requested by Department Head and Director of Career and Technical Education. Maintains files for HCT Program. Assists in establishing and maintaining relationships with contractors and with tribal, local, state, and federal agencies to obtain job placement information and to assist with recruitment efforts throughout Montana and Northwest region. Advises students through the recruiting, registration and retention process. Tracks student progress throughout the year and follows up with student placement after program completion; maintains records of job placements in conjunction with the SKC Career Center. Assists instructors in monitoring students on simulators and in the yard. Serves as point of contact for HCT students, potential students, and the general public. Maintains records and follows required procedures for the College's GSA Excess program. Maintains files on vehicles and equipment, including purchases, sales, transfers, repairs and maintenance. Operates computers, printers, fax machine, calculators, copy machine, and typewriters.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Business or Office Professions and minimum of one year experience as administrative support staff
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Effective computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, spreadsheets, databases, and Internet
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people
• Understanding of, or ability to quickly learn, college enrollment and retention processes and refer students to appropriate resources
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Have knowledge of Salish and Kootenai Tribes and the Mission and Goals of Salish Kootenai College.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Community Health and Development Project Director
Salary Range: $40,000 - $48,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

Serve as Project Director (PD) of the Bison Resiliency Coalition Project for SKC Community Health & Development (CHD). Responsibilities include assisting the PD in the daily operation of the Bison Resiliency Coalition project. The Project Director works directly with the Evaluator to meet project goals and objectives, responsible for all funder required reporting, maintain communication with funder; provide leadership and supervision of project staff. Responsibilities include daily operation of the project, implementation of grants goals and objectives, gather and complete all reports/documentation with timely submission to the evaluator for submission as requested by the grantor. Travel-related to the Bison Resiliency Coalition, as needed. The PD supports the CHD department’s goals and objectives through a variety of tasks while maintaining a commitment to the mission, vision and core themes of SKC.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide oversight for the planning, implementation, and tracking of specific short-term project, which has a beginning, an end, and specified deliverables. Provide leadership in developing and sustaining positive relations with partners, funders, and evaluators. Maintains confidentiality of information regarding clients, students, colleagues, and Salish Kootenai College. Demonstrates respect and dignity, recognizing the uniqueness of clients, students, and colleagues. Promotes efficient and effective resource utilization. Demonstrates consistent and effective communication individually and within a team. Maintains accountability and timeliness for work outcomes. Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills to include public speaking, presentations, and reporting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a health-related field; or a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a health-related field (i.e., health promotion, behavioral health, HIV related prevention). Verifiable project management experiences at a team and/or organizational level. Experience with grant guidelines and requirements as defined by funders.

• Manage the president’s cabinet agendas, translating discussions, plans and initiatives into timelines and clearly identifiable and accountable action items.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Grounds Technician Part-time
Salary Range: $10.34/hour
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

Coordinate and maintain the overall appearance of SKC campus by performing grounds keeping, and general maintenance duties. Supervision of crews. Operation of heavy equipment will be required at times

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Grounds Keeper

Coordinate and maintain grounds and areas along campus buildings: Sow grass seed, using spreader, or, according to instructions and planned design of landscaped area. Trim hedges and prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches, or twigs. Mow lawns, using power-driven lawnmower. Maintain walker mowers, weed eaters, hedgers, leaf blowers, and various small engine and electrical motors.

Maintenance

Perform maintenance on buildings, parking lots, lighting, curb stops, seating, exterior remodeling, roof repair, rain gutters. Shovel snow from walks and driveways insuring the safety of walking paths, roadways and parking lots. Spread salt on public passageways to prevent ice buildup. Assist in the repair of roads, walks, buildings, and mechanical equipment. Perform ground maintenance duties, using tractor equipped with attachments, such as mowers, lawn roller, and snow removal equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED. Class B CDL License.
• Must have demonstrated successful experience in Heavy Equipment Operation along with maintenance of grounds equipment.
• Five years supervisory experience.
• Experience in grounds maintenance area.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Security Officer Part-time
Salary Range: $11.30 - $12.57/hour DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

Campus Security routinely does checks of campus buildings and property. This includes but is not limited to buildings-windows, doors and building alarm systems along with routine checks for fire and safety. These checks take place at alternating times in order to eliminate routine patrolling. While on patrol, security will approach and identify any/all individuals and/or vehicles within campus boundaries. Security patrol any new construction areas and buildings to insure the unauthorized entry of children and or adults. On occasion, a Security Officer will contact Tribal Police, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Services and Fire Departments for assistance. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must as Security has to communicate with patrons of SKC, police and write reports on incidents. SKC Security is a 24/7/365 program and a part-time position. The officer must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Observe and Reporting: Notify supervisor of incidents.
• Listen to scanner and Respond and Assist any Emergency on Campus.
• Maintain professionalism including appearance and personal hygiene. Punctuality. Kind and courteous demeanor.
• Crime prevention.
• Crime or SKC policies violation reporting.
• Writing detailed reports related to any incident on campus within 24 hours of the incident. Including incidents where Law and Order are on campus to handle a situation.
• Securing and alarming campus facilities.
• 24-hour campus wide patrol with emphasis on housing.
• Routine checks for Fire and Safety.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Nursing Instructor
Salary Range: $50,104 - $58,339 DOEE
Closing Date: Monday, April 12, 2021 @ 4:00 PM

General Summary

The role of the faculty is to facilitate individual and group opportunities of learning that allow students to meet the educational outcomes of the ASN, RN-BSN, and 4-year BSN Nursing Programs. To achieve these outcomes, faculty and students form a partnership in an atmosphere of care and mutual respect.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

I. Teaching 70%

1. Plan, prepare, and organize a variety of culturally relevant teaching/learning strategies and instructional material for online and hybrid instruction
2. Plan and supervise online course room and clinical experiences for students.
3. Evaluate students’ performance in the course room and clinical project on a systematic basis.
4. Prepare and maintain student records related to course room and learning activities.
5. Maintain scheduled office hours and availability to assist students with learning difficulties.
6. Complete assessment and evaluation tools as requested.
7. Serve as a writing mentor for all students.
8. Responsible for: completing the syllabus according to department and college guidelines, placement of all course documents on Schoology, posting final grades to JICS, and posting all course documents to Ululim.
9. Participate in problem solving of student, course, exam, and department issues—and other issues as they arise.
10. Participate in the development and evaluation of Nursing Department policies and procedures. Participate in ongoing assessment and revision of the Student Nurse Handbook.
11. Participate in Nursing Advisory Committee meetings.
12. Attend department meetings; responsible for various action plans arising from department meetings. Responsible for reporting back to the team on solutions/ outcomes in area of responsibility.
13. Demonstrate proficiency in Learning Management System, instructional technology, computer programs, and other computerized teaching tools as needed for their particular areas of responsibility in didactic and/or clinical.
14. Demonstrate teamwork; assist others, communicate and collaborate to contribute to the overall functioning of the department.

II. Advising 15%

1. Advise student on a program of study.
2. Refer student to appropriate college and community resources.
3. Assist students in the course registration process.
4. Help students explore their program of study and specific courses based on the students’ short and long-term career and educational plans.

III. College Service 5%

1. Serve on college committees as appropriate.
2. Participate in college activities for students.
3. Participate in college and reservation-wide cultural activities.
4. Attend Staff/Faculty meetings.

IV. Professional Development 5%

1. Participate in professional organizations.
2. Achieve advanced degrees and certification.
3. Maintain proficiency in areas of responsibility of teaching and/or clinical practice.
4. Attends selected professional development activities.
5. Utilizes ongoing peer review in self-evaluation.

V. Creative and Scholarly Work 2.5%

1. Participate in research related to Native American Health Care.
2. Participate in creative activities such as scholarly writing, presentations, etc.

VI. Community/Professional Service 2.5%

1. Participate in professional and/or civic activities contributing to health care, professional nursing, or nursing education.
2. Promote community awareness of SKC Nursing Program.

General Required Qualifications

All nursing faculty members shall hold a master’s degree in nursing or a doctorate in nursing or related field; both degrees need to be conferred from an accredited program. Faculty shall hold an unencumbered, active license as a Registered Nurse in Montana or be eligible to apply for one via reciprocity from another state. Faculty will have demonstrated experience in teaching at the collegiate level, preferably at the BSN or higher level. Faculty will have experience working in a collegiate nursing program which holds nursing accreditation (ACEN, CCNE, and CNEA). Faculty must provide evidence

of continuing professional development in areas of responsibility of didactic and/or clinical and serve as role models for the students. Faculty will possess a clear background check.

Specific Required Qualifications

• Extensive experience with teaching with a Learning Management System, preferably Brightspace LMS
• Extensive experience with online instruction, both synchronous and asynchronous formats
• Experience with teaching at the BSN or higher level of nursing education with demonstrated innovative teaching techniques/ delivery methods with students.
• Significant experience with Native American student instruction
• Proficient in technology platforms and applications for meetings, virtual office hours, and active learning activities
• Demonstrated record of new course development at the BSN or higher level of nursing education with awareness of context of curriculum
• Certified Nurse Educator current certification
• Proven record of committee work, active participation in departmental problem solving, and evidence of being a ‘team member.’

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Life Sciences Instructor
Salary Range: $50,000 - $57,000 DOEE
Closing Date: Monday, May 3, 2021 @ 4:00 PM

General Summary:

There are two main focus points of this position: (1) to instruct college level courses in the Life Sciences, specifically Cellular and Molecular Biology (200 and 400 levels), Bioinformatics, Immunology and related courses and (2) to develop novel place-based research projects, mentor undergraduate students in research activities, write successful grants to support research and to publish research in peer-reviewed journals. It is crucial for the position to receive grant support and the candidate will be expected to secure some funding in the first year of the position.

The individual in this position will be involved in curriculum planning, development, and assessment, record keeping and student advising. They will also be expected to maintain regular, scheduled office hours (may be online), in order to advise and assist students.

All Life Sciences faculty are expected to maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, staff and administration, as well as to treat others with respect and dignity, recognizing the uniqueness of students, colleagues and the Salish Kootenai College.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction

• Plan, prepare and develop course materials, such as syllabi, assignments, handouts and culturally relevant materials, in accordance with SKC mission and goals.
• Prepare and deliver lectures to students and hands-on laboratory experiences. Initiate, facilitate and moderate classroom discussions. Evaluate and grade students class work, assignments and papers.
• Be responsible for student learning outcomes assessment for courses taught each quarter.
• Assist in curriculum development for any new courses that may be added to Life Sciences.
• Maintain scheduled office hours.

Research

• Develop place-based undergraduate research projects
• Seek funding opportunities and secure funding sources.
• Be responsible for scientific output through presentations at scientific meetings and publications in peer reviewed journals

Advising and Service

• Advise students on academic issues within the course.
• Refer students to appropriate college and community resources.
• Organize and engage in community service activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D., with an emphasis in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a closely related field of study.
• Demonstrated experience and skill in teaching at undergraduate level in lab-based and lecture courses.
• Demonstrated ability to function in a team setting and work cooperatively with faculty and staff.
• Mentoring experience of undergraduate students in research projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop novel research projects and conduct research for publication.
• Have knowledge of Salish Kootenai Tribes and the Mission and Goals of Salish Kootenai College.
• Must have ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and the ability to communicate through written, spoken and visual media.
• Current legal standing to work in the US.

Preferable qualifications:

• Post-doctoral work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in grant writing and successful awards.
• Experience with course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs).

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise students in the laboratory, as described above.

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Full-time Childcare Assistant
Salary Range: $11 - $14/hour DOEE
Closing Date: Monday, April 19, 2021 @ 4:00 PM

General Summary

• Assist Lead Teacher in classroom
• Supervise children while in centers
• Assist teacher with learning activities
• Assist teacher with implementation of HighScope Curriculum and assessment
• Read to children
• Play outdoors with children
• Assist with classroom clean upoHelp children pick up items in centers to be put away
  • Clean and sanitize toys or other play objects
  • Clean and sanitize shelving, tables, and other classroom objects
  • Clean water table after each use
• Assist teacher with learning activity set up
• Assist with outdoor play equipment
  • Tricycles, cars, sandbox items ready for play
• Clean outdoor patio area
• Check playground for debris and remove all garbage
• Assist cook in kitchen with set up and clean up as needed
• Assist in nap room (help children transition to rest time)
• Treat all children with respect

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to obtain certification upon hire
• Required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire
• All childcare aides must pass a background check