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Description
Human Services and Behavioral Health Tenure Track Faculty
In-person Teaching in the Bremerton CampusSalary: $81,176 - $112,865* annually
Department/Division: Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH)
Supervisor: Interim Dean of SSH
Proposed Start Date: Fall Quarter 2026 (September)
This position is subject to include additional salary adjustment to meet industry standards according to the current Association of Higher Education Collective Bargaining Agreement and Memorandums of Understanding
Olympic College is hiring a full-time faculty member to teach Human Services classes at the Associate's and Bachelor's levels. Human Services courses provided at OC include Introduction to Addictive Drugs, Relapse Prevention and Family Counseling, Group Counseling, Individual Counseling, Co-Occurring Disorders, Case Management, Adolescent Addiction, Behavioral Healthcare in Primary Care, Advanced Counselling Techniques, Family Counseling, and Treatment of Mental Health Disorders.
Olympic College is a public two-year community college accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities that educates more than 13,000 students a year. Olympic College is located on the scenic Kitsap Peninsula across Puget Sound from the city of Seattle. Kitsap is surrounded by 236 miles of saltwater shoreline and is centrally located between the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges, affording spectacular views of mountains and water from every vantage point.
Essential Functions
Teach Human Services Course(s) in accordance with the college catalog, schedule of classes, course outlines, and any other departmental guidelines.
Provide quality teaching, including related preparation and grading.
Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.
Maintain accurate records of students and complete forms as required.
Regular, substantive, and timely communication with students, faculty, and staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.
Must be available to teach in person during the day and in person at least one evening per week, M-Th in Bremerton.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree from an Accredited College or University in Sociology, Psychology, Counseling, Behavioral Health, or Social Work.
Current Substance Use Disorder Professional credential (SUDP)
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Desired Qualifications
College teaching experience.
Applicants with recent experience working in a treatment setting preferred.
LMHC/LICSW/LMFT
Must be able to use, or willing to learn to use an online learning management system (Canvas).
Successful Applicants will
Effectively teach and impart excitement and enthusiasm in teaching courses.
Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students with little or no background, as well as the experienced student desiring to further their career.
Utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success.
Consistently and enthusiastically respond to students’ questions and concerns in a timely manner.
Provide advising support and referrals to students.
Function as a team player.
Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals.
Appropriately incorporate the use of computer information technology in the delivery of services.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Uphold Olympic College's values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate.
Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team.
Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.Additional Information
Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.
This is a full-time faculty position contracted on an annual basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary will be prorated to reflect the actual contract days remaining in the academic year. The salary listed is a range based on per month for the quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility isrequiredto meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments may be a part of the instructional load.
Full-Time Faculty qualify for the following benefits.Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Retirement option between SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA or Department of Retirement Systems Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, leave – sick/personal leave, Aflac, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.
For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.
Conditions of Employment
Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarilyprecludeemployment but will be considered indeterminingthe applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates willbe requiredto complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by WB HB 2327.
The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time ofhiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.
How To Apply
To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website andsubmitthe following required materials:
Olympic College Online Application
Resume
Cover Letter - In your cover letter, describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will berequired ofthe successful candidate.
EEO Statement
Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.
Olympic College
Human Resources
1600 Chester Ave Bldg. 5 – 5th Floor
Bremerton, WA 98337
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic
Human Services and Behavioral Health Tenure Track Faculty
In-person Teaching in the Bremerton CampusSalary: $81,176 - $112,865* annually
Department/Division: Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH)
Supervisor: Interim Dean of SSH
Proposed Start Date: Fall Quarter 2026 (September)
This position is subject to include additional salary adjustment to meet industry standards according to the current Association of Higher Education Collective Bargaining Agreement and Memorandums of Understanding
Olympic College is hiring a full-time faculty member to teach Human Services classes at the Associate's and Bachelor's levels. Human Services courses provided at OC include Introduction to Addictive Drugs, Relapse Prevention and Family Counseling, Group Counseling, Individual Counseling, Co-Occurring Disorders, Case Management, Adolescent Addiction, Behavioral Healthcare in Primary Care, Advanced Counselling Techniques, Family Counseling, and Treatment of Mental Health Disorders.
Olympic College is a public two-year community college accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities that educates more than 13,000 students a year. Olympic College is located on the scenic Kitsap Peninsula across Puget Sound from the city of Seattle. Kitsap is surrounded by 236 miles of saltwater shoreline and is centrally located between the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges, affording spectacular views of mountains and water from every vantage point.
Essential Functions
Teach Human Services Course(s) in accordance with the college catalog, schedule of classes, course outlines, and any other departmental guidelines.
Provide quality teaching, including related preparation and grading.
Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.
Maintain accurate records of students and complete forms as required.
Regular, substantive, and timely communication with students, faculty, and staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.
Must be available to teach in person during the day and in person at least one evening per week, M-Th in Bremerton.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree from an Accredited College or University in Sociology, Psychology, Counseling, Behavioral Health, or Social Work.
Current Substance Use Disorder Professional credential (SUDP)
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Desired Qualifications
College teaching experience.
Applicants with recent experience working in a treatment setting preferred.
LMHC/LICSW/LMFT
Must be able to use, or willing to learn to use an online learning management system (Canvas).
Successful Applicants will
Effectively teach and impart excitement and enthusiasm in teaching courses.
Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students with little or no background, as well as the experienced student desiring to further their career.
Utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success.
Consistently and enthusiastically respond to students’ questions and concerns in a timely manner.
Provide advising support and referrals to students.
Function as a team player.
Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals.
Appropriately incorporate the use of computer information technology in the delivery of services.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Uphold Olympic College's values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate.
Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team.
Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.Additional Information
Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.
This is a full-time faculty position contracted on an annual basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary will be prorated to reflect the actual contract days remaining in the academic year. The salary listed is a range based on per month for the quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility isrequiredto meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments may be a part of the instructional load.
Full-Time Faculty qualify for the following benefits.Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Retirement option between SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA or Department of Retirement Systems Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, leave – sick/personal leave, Aflac, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.
For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.
Conditions of Employment
Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarilyprecludeemployment but will be considered indeterminingthe applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates willbe requiredto complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by WB HB 2327.
The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time ofhiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.
How To Apply
To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website andsubmitthe following required materials:
Olympic College Online Application
Resume
Cover Letter - In your cover letter, describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will berequired ofthe successful candidate.
EEO Statement
Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.
Olympic College
Human Resources
1600 Chester Ave Bldg. 5 – 5th Floor
Bremerton, WA 98337
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic
Salary : $81,176 - $112,865