What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forest Resources Management Instructor (FT, Non-tenure, Temp) position at Grays Harbor College?
This is a full-time, temporary, non tenure-track position. The expected start date for this position will be Winter quarter (1/4/2027). The placement on the salary schedule for 174 Day Contract will be determined by education and experience at the time of hire. Initial placement of faculty shall be no higher than 5 years of service. The 174 Day Salary Schedule can be viewed at https://www.ghc.edu/hr/labor-relations
Grays Harbor College has an excellent benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, primary and supplemental retirement programs and long-term disability insurance. Full-time faculty will also receive 1 day of sick leave per month and 5 days of personal leave days a year.
Faculty positions at Grays Harbor College have been designated as bargaining unit positions represented by the Grays Harbor College Federation of Teachers, Local 4984. The faculty union and the college have a bargaining unit agreement (referred to as the contract) that is posted on the GHC website at https://www.ghc.edu/hr/labor-relations
About the College .Grays Harbor College serves the communities of Grays Harbor and Pacific counties on the Pacific coast of Washington. Located in Aberdeen, Washington at the base of the beautiful Olympic Peninsula, the College is less than an hour away from scenic Pacific Ocean beaches and close to both the Olympic and Mount Rainier National Parks. Grays Harbor provides the perfect landscape to enjoy the abundance of excellent outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, biking, fishing, clam digging, surfing, boating, and various kayak/canoe paddling opportunities. Grays Harbor College is located on the ancestral lands of the Chehalis, Chinook, Quinault and Shoalwater Bay Peoples. For more information about working for the college and living in Grays Harbor visit https://www.ghc.edu/hr
Grays Harbor is committed to providing excellent educational opportunities. We prioritize student learning, promote student and faculty success, foster an inclusive environment, manage our resources, and connect with the community. We strive to create a culturally relevant environment on campus and in the community by learning and practicing equity-mindedness and promoting faculty, staff, and student diversity.
- Deliver baccalaureate level curriculum in Forest Resources Management.
- Coordinate and collaborate with faculty to ensure seamless transition from the AAS in Natural Resources-Forestry Technician degree to the BAS-FRM.
- Manage grant and other resources associated with BAS-FRM program.
- Facilitate student learning with clear and effective presentations, demonstrations, and active learner involvement.
- Conduct assessment of student learning at the course, program and institution levels.
- Provide regular opportunities for students to practice, perform, and receive feedback on all work.
- Provide applied student learning opportunities in the field.
- Facilitate student learning with a variety of methodologies: lecture, discussion, Socratic questioning, demonstration, assessment, etc.
- Employ strategies and techniques that address students’ multiple learning styles.
- Participate on college committees.
- Facilitate student extra-curricular activities associated with the program.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:- Master's Degree in Forestry, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and successful work experience in harvest systems, forest measurements, resource management, and information technology including geographic information systems (GIS)
- Experience in teaching and training exercises
- Ph.D. in Forestry, or a related field
- Teaching experience at the community college or baccalaureate level
- Cover letter addressing the relationship between the position and the candidate's qualifications/experience
- Brief statement of philosophy about balancing theory and practical application skills within a baccalaureate program
- Detailed resume of experience and education
- Contact information for at least three references
- Transcripts of college work completed. Unofficial copies are acceptable
Background checks - Prior to a new 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. 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 Washington State Law.
Grays Harbor College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, marital status, veteran status, genetics, or age in its programs, activities, and employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
- Title II/Section 504 and Title IX Coordinator – Erin Tofte, Associate Vice President of Human Resources
For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocrfor the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.