Natural Resources Instructor Tenure-Track Spokane Community College

Location:Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane

Department:SCC Environmental Sciences

Salary Information: This is a full-time tenure track position with an entry level base salary (for a 175-day academic year contract) of $71096 - $108630 annually. Future advancement in base salary up to the current maximum of $108630 is based upon a combination of years of service accrued at our college and professional development activity.

Annual salary is comprised of base salary plus any combination of academic year overload contracts summer effort contracts project stipends student club advising stipends and/or department chair program lead faculty stipends consistent with the provisions of the current collective bargaining agreement between Spokane Colleges and the Association for Higher Education (AHE).

About Us

Students in our Environmental Science programs are curious motivated and ready to make a difference. At SCC youll teach hands-on skills in the field every quarterguiding students toward meaningful rewarding careers. Enjoy a true work-life balance a supportive teaching environment and the satisfaction of shaping the next generation of fisheries professionals. If you have broad fisheries experience and a passion for sharing your knowledge wed love to have you on our team!

Spokane Community College part of Spokane Colleges serves 15000 students with career technical liberal arts and adult education programs in Spokane and surrounding rural communities.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 02/26/2026. The application process will not be available after this time. To ensure consideration make sure your application is completed and submitted as soon as possible. Applications will only be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. on the closing date.

About theNatural Resources Instructor - Tenure-Track - Spokane Community College

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years (24 months) of demonstrated field-based experience in freshwater fisheries.
• Masters degree in fisheries science fisheries management or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the following skills:
  • Field identification of regional freshwater and anadromous fish across life stages
  • Sampling and population assessment methods commonly used for regional freshwater and anadromous fish
  • Aquatic and riparian habitat assessment and evaluation
• Experience and knowledge in the following areas:
  • Hatchery and aquaculture techniques
  • Common regional fish diseases
  • Management of game fish
  • History and current management of anadromous fish in the Columbia Basin
  • Technical cultural and economic factors influencing management and restoration of regional anadromous fish
  • Regional fisheries regulatory frameworks
  • Watershed processes and land-use impacts on aquatic habitats
• Initiative and leadership to develop and advance the Freshwater Fisheries AAS program including building partnerships with hatcheries developing field sites creating curriculum and collaborating with agencies and Tribes.
• Commitment to student-centered learning teamwork and the mission of the college.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three or more years of field-based fisheries experience.
• College teaching experience.
• Experience collaborating with Tribal State and Federal agencies.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B addition the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.

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 applicants suitability and competence to perform in the an applicant is chosen for a position they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

Benefits Information

This is an annually contracted (tenure track) position. Medical dental life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; TIAA-Cref retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan.; leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract.

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Required Application Materials

To qualify for consideration applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet which includes the following:

• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
  
• Resume.
  
• References the names addresses and phone numbers of three professional references.
  
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are required upon hire.

For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact HR at

Equal Opportunity Institution

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin citizenship or immigration status age perceived or actual physical or mental disability pregnancy genetic information sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status creed religion veteran or military status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access Title IX ADA equal opportunity compliance and/or grievances to:
Frederick Davis MA
Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000 MS1004
Spokane WA. 99217-6000
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