Kankakee Community College invites inquiries and applications for the position of Vice President for Institutional Advancement. This newly created senior-level position reports directly to the president and serves on the President’s Cabinet, providing vision and leadership for the following programs and services:

• External resource development and college Foundation
• Strategic planning, research, and accreditation
• Sustainability, innovation and institutional effectiveness
• Institutional technology systems and services
• Marketing, public information, and media production
• Digital media, web services, and college radio station
• Grant development

The ideal candidate will have the following professional qualifications and personal characteristics:

• Master’s degree (doctorate preferred) in a relevant field
• Significant experience with resource development or fund raising
• Progressive administrative experience
• Evidence of successful leadership
• Demonstrated capacity for senior academic administration, and
• Exceptional oral, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills

KCC provides quality, comprehensive educational programs and services in a fiscally responsible manner. The college serves approximately 3,200 credit students each semester in a growing tri-county metropolitan area surrounded by several rural communities. The college’s 177-acre campus is nestled on the banks of the Kankakee River, 60 miles south of downtown Chicago.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

Application materials are available online at www.kcc.edu/jobs.
To apply: E-mail cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu. Unofficial transcripts and a completed application will be required at the time of interview. Review of applications begins immediately and will be considered until the position is filled.

Kankakee Community College invites applications for this full time, administrative position. 

Kankakee Community College is nestled on the banks of the Kankakee River, 60 miles south of Chicago.  The college serves approximately 3,200 credit students each semester and is dedicated to the mission of enhancing quality of life through learning.  Though KCC is located in a growing tri city metropolitan area, the college serves a largely rural district.  The college boasts a 177 acre beautifully landscaped, tree filled campus with more than 50 acres of buildings, parking, roads and athletic fields as well as 125 acres of open area and farmland.

The Director and General Manager of WKCC will plan and implement digital communication strategies for the college’s radio station – WKCC-FM. Other primary responsibilities include: managing and directing the day-to-day operations and administration of the radio station, including programming development, marketing, engineering, and financial underwriting, as well as protecting the license of WKCC-FM; integrating KCC’s on-air broadcast assets with online local communities and web content; contributing to plans for the college’s digital marketing communication efforts; and assisting college faculty with the development of curricula and student-focused activities to enhance the station.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.Extensive knowledge and experience with a wide array of digital communication methods required. A command of digital marketing best practices, with an ability to incorporate them into program implementation required. Involved and engaged in the digital marketing industry, participation and leadership in relevant professional organizations preferred. Three to five years of experience in a professional broadcast environment and demonstrated ability to manage a broadcast station required. Public radio station experience preferred. On-air broadcasting skills and knowledge of broadcast programming and emerging technologies required. Demonstrated skills in engaging an online and listening audience in unique and exciting ways desirable. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment required. Salary based on education and experience.

To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.  Website: www.kcc.edu/jobs.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Assistant Director needed full-time with fringe benefits at Kankakee Community College.

Assistant Director duties include assisting in the development and achievements of the goals and objectives of the TRiO Talent Search Grant and developing and coordinating student academic/instructional components for the program as well as overseeing and supervising all grant activities at the target schools.  Other duties include overseeing the selection, training, and evaluation of tutors, establishing a training program for staff, conducting workshops for and working directly with school personnel, TRiO administrators, mentors, and peer tutors, making presentations, maintaining records, preparing reports, and scheduling day, evening, and weekend hours for grant-related functions.

Bachelor’s degree in an academic discipline, educational administration, student personnel, counseling, or related field required.  Master’s degree preferred.  Illinois teacher certification in an academic discipline preferred; three years of experience working with students from underrepresented groups preferred.  Community college experience, work experience with Federal and State grant programs, and experience working in a supervisory capacity with classroom teachers and/or counselors preferred.  Valid driver’s license and completion of a criminal history background check required.  Salary based on education and experience.

To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to hr @kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.
                       
The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

Screening begins immediately and will be considered until the position is filled.

Kankakee Community College invites applications for this full-time, administrative position.

The academic adviser’s primary function is to provide individual and group advising services to students.  Emphasis is placed on academic planning to assist students with selection of a degree program and the development of an educational plan to promote the achievement of educational, personal, and career goals.  Assistance with scheduling classes and completing the registration process is also provided.  The academic adviser will assist with recruitment and retention activities both on campus and in the community.  As a member of the academic advising team, the adviser will perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Student Advisement Services and the Dean of Student Services.  The academic adviser is committed to NACADA standards and best practices and facilitates KCC’s initiatives to promote student academic success and lifelong learning.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required.  Coursework or experience in academic advising or student services preferred.  Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, or a related field preferred.  Understanding of and experience with personal, education, career, and transfer planning highly desirable.  Bilingual preferred.

Salary determined by education and experience.
                
KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.  Website: www.kcc.edu/jobs.  Review of applications begins immediately and will be considered until the position is filled.

Kankakee Community College invites applications for part-time instructors to teach in a variety of adult education areas, including Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Education Development (GED), English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL), and community education.  ABE instructs students reading below the ninth grade level; GED instructs students reading at or above the ninth grade level; and ESL instructs English as a second language to students who are at various proficiency levels. Instruction locations are Kankakee Community College and various other locations in Kankakee and Iroquois Counties. 

All instructors will conduct the intake process; provide academic instruction, evaluation, and follow-up for State reporting.  Community education instructors generally provide instruction in the areas of basic computer literacy; job search and job retention skills; customer services; and/or career exploration/awareness skills.

ABE/GED/ESL Instructors - Bachelor's degree required; major in adult education preferred.  Certificate from State Board and prior adult teaching experience preferred.  Training and experience in the individual learning methodology in basic academic skills area of reading, writing, and mathematics preferred.

Community Education Instructors - Bachelor's degree required.  Prior adult teaching experience preferred.

Salary rate is $26.38 per hour.

To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu or apply in person in the Human Resources office. Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview. Review of applications begins immediately and will be considered until the positions are filled.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

PART-TIME INSTRUCTORS needed at Kankakee Community College to teach computer software courses in the Administrative Assistant and Computer Information Systems Programs, during the spring, 2009 semester.
 
In conjunction with a full-time faculty member, the division chairperson or program director, selects and reviews educational strategies and materials to facilitate learning in the program assigned.  Prepares and reviews course objectives and provides students with a syllabus for each course taught.  Conducts appropriate activities for assigned classes.  Evaluates student performance and maintains attendance and grade records for assigned classes.  Provides students with additional or advisory help on an individual basis or provides tutoring for the student.  Participates in the faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

Bachelor's degree or comparable work experience required.  Prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher and with the use of instructional technologies desirable; prior community college teaching experience preferred.

The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

If interested, email cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu. Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available online) will be required at the time of interview.
                      
Screening begins immediately and continues until the positions are filled.

PART-TIME INSTRUCTORS needed at Kankakee Community College to teach Business courses.

In conjunction with a full-time faculty member or the division chairperson or program director, selects and reviews educational strategies and materials to facilitate learning in the program assigned.  Prepares and reviews course objectives and provides students with a syllabus for each course taught.  Conducts appropriate activities for assigned classes.  Evaluates student performance and maintains attendance and grade records for assigned classes.  Provides students with additional or advisory help on an individual basis or provides tutoring for the student.  Participates in the faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

Bachelor's degree or comparable work experience required; prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher and with the use of instructional technologies desirable; prior community college teaching experience preferred.

The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

If interested, email cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available online) will be required at the time of interview.
                      
Screening begins immediately and continues until the positions are filled.

Kankakee Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Nursing position.

KCC serves approximately 3,200 credit students each semester in a growing tri-county metropolitan area surrounded by several rural communities.  The college's 177-acre campus is nestled on the banks of the Kankakee River, 60 miles south of Chicago.

The position is responsible for clinical and theory teaching assignments in Medical-Surgical Nursing as well as Nursing Fundamentals.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with fellow faculty in the new, state-of-the-art Health Careers Center for Excellence, and with the human patient simulator, I-STAN.

Requirements: Illinois RN license, a minimum of two years current clinical nursing experience, and a master’s degree in nursing. Prior teaching in a college setting and experience in Medical, Surgical, and critical care is preferred. Prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher and with the use of instructional technologies is desirable.

Salary is determined by education and experience.  Qualified applicants should e-mail their cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.  Review of applications begins immediately and will be considered until the position is filled.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  The college encourages applications form candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

PART-TIME NURSING INSTRUCTORS needed to teach clinical rotations in the following areas:  Maternal/Child Health; Medical/Surgical Nursing; Long-Term Care for Kankakee Community College during the spring semester.

In conjunction with a full-time faculty member, the division chairperson, or program director, selects and reviews educational strategies and materials to facilitate learning in the program assigned.  Prepares and reviews course objectives and provides students with a syllabus for each course taught.  Conducts appropriate activities for assigned classes.  Evaluates student performance and maintains attendance and grade records for assigned classes.  Provides students with additional or advisory help on an individual basis or provides tutoring for the student.  Participates in the faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

Registered nurse with a current Illinois license who meets one of the following required: at least one semester of formal teaching experience or verification of attendance at the Department Train the Trainer workshop. Medical surgical or long term care experience.  Prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher and with the use of instructional technologies desirable; prior community college teaching experience preferred.

The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

If interested, email cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available online) will be required at the time of interview.

Screening begins immediately and continues until the positions are filled.

Kankakee Community College invites applications for the Assistant Professor of the Physical Therapist Assistant Program from individuals committed to the community college mission and philosophy.  KCC serves approximately 3,200 credit students each semester in a growing tri-county metropolitan area surrounded by several rural communities.  The college's 177-acre campus is nestled on the banks of the Kankakee River, 60 miles south of Chicago.

This full time, tenure-track, position will provide instruction and assess student learning in a variety of courses in the physical therapist assistant program; collaborate with colleagues to maintain and develop curriculum, serve on college committees, and perform other duties appropriate for a faculty member as assigned. Applicants must be dedicated to learning college concepts, and develop programs and facilitate activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.

The ideal candidate will also serve as the Academic Clinical Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE).  In this capacity, he/she will be responsible for planning, coordinating, facilitating, administering and monitoring clinical activities for the clinical education component of the curriculum. Other responsibilities include selecting and annually evaluating clinical education sites and providing documented records and assessment of the clinical component of the program.


Qualifications:  

A minimum of an associate's degree as a physical therapist assistant is required. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred. A master’s or doctoral degree is desirable.  An Illinois license as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant is required.  A minimum of three years full-time clinical experience as a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant is required.  Member of the American Physical Therapy Association is required.

At least two years experience as a center coordinator of clinical education (CCCE) and/or clinical instructor (CI), or experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a physical therapist assistant or physical therapist program are preferred; community college teaching experience, clinical or educational administration and/or human resource management experience are preferred.  Prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher in a variety of areas of teaching (academic, clinical, continuing education in-service) and with the use of instructional technologies is desirable.

To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to hr @kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.
                       
The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

Screening begins immediately and will be considered until the position is filled.

PART-TIME INSTRUCTORS needed at Kankakee Community College to teach Philosophy, during the spring semester.

In conjunction with a full-time faculty member or the division chairperson or program director, selects and reviews educational strategies and materials to facilitate learning in the program assigned.  Prepares and reviews course objectives and provides students with a syllabus for each course taught.  Conducts appropriate activities for assigned classes.  Evaluates student performance and maintains attendance and grade records for assigned classes.  Provides students with additional or advisory help on an individual basis or provides tutoring for the student.  Participates in the faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

Master's degree in Philosophy required; prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher and with the use of instructional technologies desirable; prior community college teaching experience preferred.

The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

If interested, email cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available online) will be required at the time of interview.
                      
Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

PART-TIME INSTRUCTORS needed at Kankakee Community College to teach English, during the spring semester.

In conjunction with a full-time faculty member, the division chairperson, or program director, selects and reviews educational strategies and materials to facilitate learning in the program assigned.  Prepares and reviews course objectives and provides students with a syllabus for each course taught.  Conducts appropriate activities for assigned classes.  Evaluates student performance and maintains attendance and grade records for assigned classes.  Provides students with additional or advisory help on an individual basis or provides tutoring for the student.  Participates in the faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

Master's degree in English required; prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher and with the use of instructional technologies desirable; prior community college teaching experience preferred.

The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

If interested, email cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available online) will be required at the time of interview.
                      
Screening begins immediately and continues until the positions are filled.

Kankakee Community College invites applications for full-time, tenure–track faculty position beginning August, 2009.

Kankakee Community College is nestled on the banks of the Kankakee River, 60 miles south of Chicago. The College serves approximately 3,200 credit students each semester and is dedicated to the mission of enhancing quality of life through learning.  Though KCC is located in a growing tri-city metropolitan area, the college serves a largely rural district.  The college boasts a 177-acre beautifully landscaped, tree-filled campus with more than 50 acres of buildings, parking, roads and athletic fields as well as 125 acres of open area and farmland. 

Assistant Professor Philosophy/Humanities

The philosophy/humanities instructor’s primary function is to provide instruction and assess student learning in a variety of philosophy and humanities courses.  The instructor will collaborate with colleagues to maintain and develop curriculum, serve on college committees, and perform other duties appropriate for a faculty member as assigned.  The philosophy/humanities instructor is dedicated to learning college concepts and develops programs and facilitates activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.

Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Master’s degree in philosophy or humanities, while a PhD is preferred.  We are looking for someone with prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher, particularly one who incorporates a variety of instructional technologies in their teaching style.    

Basic Job Description
The successful candidate will support the college mission in the following ways:

1. Provide instruction and assess student learning within their program area.

2. Select and review educational strategies and materials to facilitate achievement of competencies related to each course taught.

3. Prepare current syllabi and instructional materials in accordance with course master syllabi, college policies and procedures.

4. Collaborate with colleagues to review and revise curriculum, teaching materials, and teaching methods to promote student success and lifelong learning.

5. Advise, counsel and assist students enrolled in their program in accomplishing their course and program goals.

6. Meet classes as scheduled by the College and maintains office hours as stated in the KCC Faculty Association Contract.
7. Evaluate student performance, including maintaining and providing tenth day and midterm attendance in addition to grade records for each class.

8. Remain current with content, technology and teaching and learning strategies in the discipline.

9. Assess student learning outcomes at the class, course, and program levels as defined by the faculty Assessment Committee.

10. Participate in curriculum and course development.

11. Attend division and faculty meetings and communicate regularly with the division chairperson regarding instructional concerns.

12. Function as an academic adviser for students enrolled in their division and assist in the advisement and scheduling process during inservice week.

13. Participate in faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

14. Work in a collaborative manner and respond to phone and email requests promptly.

15. Assist the division chairperson in the recruitment and selection of part-time instructors.

16. Provide course materials and assistance to part-time instructors as requested by the division chairperson.

17. Serve on college committees as stated in the KCC Faculty Association Contract.

18. Assist in budget preparation by recommending supplies and capital items where applicable.

19. Follow the policies and procedures of the College as stated in the Faculty Handbook and the KCC Faculty Association Contract.

20. Represent and interpret the program informally at available opportunities such as high school visits, community gatherings, etc.

21. Attend the commencement program.

To Apply:
Qualified applicants should e-mail their cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.  Review of applications begins February 1 and will be considered until the position is filled.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  The college encourages applications form candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

Kankakee Community College invites applications for full-time, tenure–track faculty position beginning August, 2009.

Kankakee Community College is nestled on the banks of the Kankakee River, 60 miles south of Chicago. The College serves approximately 3,200 credit students each semester and is dedicated to the mission of enhancing quality of life through learning.  Though KCC is located in a growing tri-city metropolitan area, the college serves a largely rural district.  The college boasts a 177-acre beautifully landscaped, tree-filled campus with more than 50 acres of buildings, parking, roads and athletic fields as well as 125 acres of open area and farmland. 

Assistant Professor – English Composition

The English Composition instructor’s primary function is to provide instruction and assess student learning in introductory English composition courses.  The instructor will collaborate with colleagues to maintain and develop curriculum, serve on college committees, and perform other duties appropriate for a faculty member as assigned.  The English composition instructor is dedicated to the learning college concepts and develops programs and facilitates activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.

Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a Master’s degree in English or the equivalent, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in rhetoric or composition, while a PhD is preferred.  We are looking for someone with prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher, particularly one who incorporates a variety of instructional technologies in their teaching style.    

Basic Job Description
The successful candidate will support the college mission in the following ways:

1. Provide instruction and assess student learning within their program area.

2. Select and review educational strategies and materials to facilitate achievement of competencies related to each course taught.

3. Prepare current syllabi and instructional materials in accordance with course master syllabi, college policies and procedures.

4. Collaborate with colleagues to review and revise curriculum, teaching materials, and teaching methods to promote student success and lifelong learning. 

5. Advise, counsel and assist students enrolled in their program in accomplishing their course and program goals.

6. Meet classes as scheduled by the College and maintains office hours as stated in the KCC Faculty Association Contract.

7. Evaluate student performance, including maintaining and providing tenth day and midterm attendance in addition to grade records for each class.

8. Remain current with content, technology and teaching and learning strategies in the discipline.

9. Assess student learning outcomes at the class, course, and program levels as defined by the faculty Assessment Committee.

10. Participate in curriculum and course development.

11. Attend division and faculty meetings and communicate regularly with the division chairperson regarding instructional concerns.

12. Function as an academic adviser for students enrolled in their division and assist in the advisement and scheduling process during inservice week.

13. Participate in faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

14. Work in a collaborative manner and respond to phone and email requests promptly.

15. Assist the division chairperson in the recruitment and selection of part-time instructors.

16. Provide course materials and assistance to part-time instructors as requested by the division chairperson.

17. Serve on college committees as stated in the KCC Faculty Association Contract.

18. Assist in budget preparation by recommending supplies and capital items where applicable.

19. Follow the policies and procedures of the College as stated in the Faculty Handbook and the KCC Faculty Association Contract.

20. Represent and interpret the program informally at available opportunities such as high school visits, community gatherings, etc.

21. Attend the commencement program.

To Apply:
Qualified applicants should e-mail their cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.  Review of applications begins February 1 and will be considered until the position is filled.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  The college encourages applications form candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

PART-TIME INSTRUCTOR needed at Kankakee Community College to teach general Chemistry, during the spring semester.

In conjunction with a full-time faculty member or the division chairperson or program director, selects and reviews educational strategies and materials to facilitate learning in the program assigned.  Prepares and reviews course objectives and provides students with a syllabus for each course taught.  Conducts appropriate activities for assigned classes.  Evaluates student performance and maintains attendance and grade records for assigned classes.  Provides students with additional or advisory help on an individual basis or provides tutoring for the student.  Participates in the faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

Master's degree in chemistry or equivalent with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in chemistry or chemical engineering required; prior teaching experience desirable; community college teaching experience preferred.  Prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher and with the use of instructional technologies desirable; prior community college teaching experience preferred.

The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

If interested, email cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available online) will be required at the time of interview.
                      
Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

needed at Kankakee Community College to teach Health Education, during the summer and or fall, 2009 semesters.

In conjunction with a full-time faculty member or the division chairperson or program director, selects and reviews educational strategies and materials to facilitate learning in the program assigned. Prepares and reviews course objectives and provides students with a syllabus for each course taught. Conducts appropriate activities for assigned classes. Evaluates student performance and maintains attendance and grade records for assigned classes. Provides students with additional or advisory help on an individual basis or provides tutoring for the student. Participates in the faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

Master`s degree in education with health education background required; prior experience as an excellent, innovative teacher and with the use of instructional technologies desirable; prior community college teaching experience preferred.

The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC`s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

If interested, email cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu. Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available online) will be required at the time of interview.

Screening begins immediately and continues until the positions are filled.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

KCC is a smoke-free environment

Kankakee Community College invites applications for full-time, tenure–track faculty positions beginning August, 2009.

Kankakee Community College is nestled on the banks of the Kankakee River, 60 miles south of Chicago. The College serves approximately 3,200 credit students each semester and is dedicated to the mission of enhancing quality of life through learning.  Though KCC is located in a growing tri-city metropolitan area, the college serves a largely rural district.  The college boasts a 177-acre beautifully landscaped, tree-filled campus with more than 50 acres of buildings, parking, roads and athletic fields as well as 125 acres of open area and farmland. 


Assistant Professor – Electrical Technology

The electrical technology instructor’s primary function is to provide instruction and assess student learning in the college’s electrical technology program.  The instructor will participate in program promotion, articulation, and student recruitment as well as attend the program advisory group meetings.  The instructor will serve on college committees, and perform other duties appropriate for a faculty member as assigned.  The electrical technology instructor is dedicated to concepts and programs that promote student success and lifelong learning.

Instructional Assignment:

The typical instructional assignment will be to provide lecture and laboratory instruction covering topics that range from basic electrical fundamentals, through ac circuit analysis and digital electronics, and into industrial electrical topics such as motors, industrial controls, and PLCs.Teaching assignments may include day and evening classes.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in electrical technology, electrical engineering or a related field or an Associates degree in electrical technology combined with significant experience in the field. Master's degree preferred. Educational or experiential background in renewable energy technology desirable. KCC encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Provides instruction and assesses student learning within the electrical technology program.

2. Selects and reviews educational strategies and materials to facilitate achievement of competencies related to each course taught.

3. Prepares current syllabi and instructional materials in accordance with the course master syllabi, college policies and procedures.

4. Collaborates with colleagues to review and revise curriculum, teaching materials, and teaching methods to promote student success and lifelong learning.

5. Advises, counsels and assists students enrolled in the electrical technology program in accomplishing their course and program goals.

6. Meets classes as scheduled by the College and maintains office hours as stated in the KCC Faculty Association Contract.

7. Evaluates student performance and maintains and provides tenth day and midterm attendance and grade records for each class.

8. Remains current with content, technology and teaching and learning strategies in the discipline.

9. Assesses student learning outcomes at the class, course, and program levels as defined by the faculty Assessment Committee.

10. Participates in curriculum and course development.

11. Attends division and faculty meetings and communicates regularly with the division chairperson regarding instructional concerns.

12. Functions as an academic adviser for students enrolled in their division and assists in the advisement and scheduling process during inservice week.

13. Participates in the faculty evaluation and in-service development activities.

14. Works in a collaborative manner and responds to phone and email requests promptly.

15. Assists the division chairperson in the recruitment and selection of part-time instructors.

16. Provides course materials and assistance to part-time instructors as requested by the division chairperson.

17. Serves on college committees as stated in the KCC Faculty Association Contract.

18. Assists in budget preparation by recommending supplies and capital items where applicable.

19. Follows the policies and procedures of the College as stated in the Faculty Handbook and the KCC Faculty Association Contract.

20. Represents and interprets the program informally at available opportunities such as high school visits, community gatherings, etc.

21. Attends the commencement program.

To Apply:

Qualified applicants should e-mail their cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.  Review of applications begins February 1 and will be considered until the position is filled.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  The college encourages applications form candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

SUPERVISOR I/FAMILY ASSESSMENT SERVICES and HOME VISITOR needed to work part-time up to 30 hours per week, for the Young Parent Programs in the Adult and Community Education Division of Kankakee Community College.

Duties include collecting and scoring of initial risk screens of young parents, plus facilitating formal assessment of and providing outreach to young parents.  Other duties include working with local health care providers, referring teens to appropriate services, maintaining documentation, scheduling home visits, and attending training and meetings as required.

Two years of knowledge and experience in working with teen parents, infants, and toddlers required.  Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.  Proven ability to work well with varied populations required. Associate's degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field preferred. Experience in community agency networking or willingness to learn preferred.  Ability to communicate bilingually in Spanish desirable; ability to work as a team member highly desirable.

Salary based on education and experience.

To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.  Review of applications begins immediately and will be considered until the position is filled.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach needed through the academic year and summer months at Kankakee Community College.

Duties include processing names of prospective participants; obtaining inventory of equipment and supplies and assisting with their distribution; recruiting prospective student athletes; attending meetings; supervising players at practices and matches; assisting with team fund-raising events; assisting with camps, leagues, and special events; following the appropriate rules and regulations for the sport; and serving as Head Coach when needed.

Experience and training as a volleyball coach and/or player preferred.  Bachelor’s degree in a related area desirable; associate’s degree preferred.  Good communication and motivation skills desirable.  Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or willingness to obtain required.

Salary is determined by education and experience without fringe benefits.  Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.  If interested, send letter of application and resume to Human Resources, Kankakee Community College, 100 College Drive, Kankakee, IL  60901  fax 815 802 8101; email hr@kcc.edu; internet www.kcc.edu/jobs.
 
KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer
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PROGRAMMER II needed to work full time in Information Technology Services at Kankakee Community College.

Duties include designing, coding, and testing program logic and performing essential responsibilities by establishing file requirements and programming specifications related to KCC’s administrative computing environment.  Other duties include writing documentation, developing queries and reports, and providing end-user support.

Bachelor’s degree with knowledge of specialized principles or techniques normally obtained through a four-year college/university academic program or equivalent in-depth specialized training directly related to the type of work being performed is preferred.  At least three to seven years of related work experience required.  Advance computer programming skills required.  Familiarity with HP Unix operating system, Unidata RDBMS, and Colleague student information system preferred.  Experience in Web-based application development desirable.  Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated proficiency in English required.  Ability to communicate in other languages desirable. 

Salary range begins at $36,246 with fringe benefits.

To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview. Review of applications begins immediately and will be considered until the position is filled.
                      
The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.  KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Kankakee Community College invites applications for this full time, supportive staff position.

Kankakee Community College is nestled on the banks of the Kankakee River, 60 miles south of Chicago.  The college serves approximately 3,200 credit students each semester and is dedicated to the mission of enhancing quality of life through learning.  Though KCC is located in a growing tri city metropolitan area, the college serves a largely rural district.  The college boasts a 177 acre beautifully landscaped, tree filled campus with more than 50 acres of buildings, parking, roads and athletic fields as well as 125 acres of open area and farmland.

Duties include providing the following support services under the supervision of the Coordinator of Network Systems: install, upgrade, configure, and maintain network systems, including servers, switches, routers, and other applicable devices in a wired and wireless LAN/WAN/Internet environment; provide support for the operation and maintenance of server operating systems and server-side applications, including but not limited to imaging, security, data backup/recovery, messaging, telephony, web and video.

Bachelor’s degree with knowledge of specialized principles or techniques normally obtained through a four-year college/university academic program or equivalent in-depth specialized training directly related to the type of work being performed is preferred.  At least three to seven years of related work experience required.  Advanced network operations and troubleshooting skills required including a thorough understanding of the various types of networks, topologies, protocols, and applicable technologies including but not limited to wireless, VoIP, and web services required.  Understanding of various protocols including TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, and NetBIOS/NetBEUI required.  Microsoft, Novell, and Cisco Systems Engineer skills desirable. Computer experience using Microsoft Office or comparable applications required.  Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated proficiency in English required.  Ability to communicate in other languages desirable. Salary based on education and experience.

To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.  Website: www.kcc.edu/jobs.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

CUSTODIAN I needed at Kankakee Community College to work in the Physical Plant Department.

Duties are related to performing tasks necessary to insure the cleanliness of the buildings and grounds, including cleaning, relocating furniture, conserving energy, inspecting equipment, shampooing carpeting and floors, cleaning light fixtures, replacing light bulbs, and other maintenance tasks.

High school diploma or equivalent with ability to read, write, perform basic arithmetic, and follow verbal and written instructions required.  At least one to three years of relative experience required. Successfully passing a physical examination as well as a background investigative report.  Excellent oral and written communication skills and proficiency in English desirable.  Valid State driver’s license desirable.  Salary range begins at $9.45 per hour with fringe benefits.

For a listing of specific duties, responsibilities, and qualifications, please view our website at www.kcc.edu/jobs.  To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu or apply in person in the Human Resources office. Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview. Review of applications begins immediately and will be considered until the position is filled.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

CUSTODIAN II, full-time, needed at Kankakee Community College to work the second shift (3:30 p.m. to midnight)in the Physical Plant Department.  Position may include some Saturday hours, as-needed.

Duties are related to assisting in the supervisory leadership to all shift custodians and performing duties related to the overall cleanliness of the assigned college facilities, including assisting with testing, requesting, relocating, repairing, conserving, inspecting, shampooing, replacing, and cleaning contents and fixtures of the buildings as assigned.  Other duties include assisting in the interviewing, recommending, mentoring, scheduling work assignments, supervising, and evaluating of assigned custodial staff, plus serving as a member of the emergency response team, actively participating in and assisting with the supervision of the setup for campus events and activities, and responding to snow removal and emergency evacuations as needed.

High school diploma or equivalent with additional specialized or technical training or courses required.  At least three to seven years of relative experience required.  Ability to use the telephone, voicemail, and email and ability to create, format, edit documents and spreadsheets required.  Valid State driver’s license required.  Excellent oral and written communication skills desirable; proficiency in English and other languages desirable. Successfully passing a physical examination required.  Salary range begins at $11.70 per hour with fringe benefits.

If interested, send letter of application and resume to Human Resources, Kankakee Community College, 100 College Drive, Kankakee, IL  60901-6505, email hr@kcc.edu, fax 815 802 8101.  Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Both men and women are encouraged to apply.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

TUTOR I/MENTORS for the Upward Bound Program needed to work part-time after school and evenings two to four days per week beginning January 6, 2009, through May 15, 2009, at Kankakee Community College, providing assistance with English, math, science, or Spanish.

Duties include providing tutorial services to students in individual and small group sessions, assisting with particular content areas and facilitating student workshops; communicating with instructional staff and/or supervisor as appropriate; maintaining records of student contacts and other documentation as requested; attending training sessions, staff meetings, and field trips serving as chaperone and performing other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent required.  Eighteen to twenty-one credit hours of college coursework preferred; college coursework in area of tutoring required, as well as a GPA of 3.0 in content area and overall GPA of 2.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale for all coursework attempted required. Good interpersonal skills highly desirable.  Self-motivation skills and ability to work with little supervision required.  Ability to provide own transportation to work site and meetings and ability to work evenings and weekends required.  Candidates with similar cultural and academic backgrounds to target populations preferred.

Salary range begins at $9.14 per hour without fringe benefits. Screening begins immediately, and continues until the positions are filled.   If interested, please email letter of application and resume to hr@kcc.edu.

KCC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.  The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC’s student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

SPECIALIST III needed to work part-time, as-needed, for the Workforce Investment Act Program at Kankakee Community College.

Duties include providing orientation, assessment, vocational counseling, case management services, job readiness activities and retention services for workforce investment system clients, plus completing related documentation in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements and making referrals for training and other services.

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in psychology, student personnel, social work, or other relevant disciplines.  At least ten years of comparable experience with a JTPA or similar entity may be substituted for the degree requirement.  Coursework in and/or work experience using microcomputers required.  Coursework in psychology, social sciences, or counseling preferred.  Familiarity with local human service and training providers desirable.

The college encourages applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of KCC's student body and community, and who will enhance and promote engagement with other cultures.

To apply: e-mail cover letter and resume to: hr@kcc.edu.  Unofficial transcripts and a completed application (also available on-line) will be required at the time of interview.  Website: www.kcc.edu/jobs.  Review of applications begins immediately and will be considered until the position is filled.