Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them.  Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission.  Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together.  Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions.  People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.

****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****

Provide didactic, laboratory, and clinical instruction in all areas of veterinary technology education according to accreditation standards and guidelines. Plan, supervise, and evaluate students in clinical experiences. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: student advising, recruitment, maintaining office hours, participating in college committees, promoting and supporting student extra-curricular activities, participation in the mentor/mentee program, participating in professional development, participating in the faculty evaluation program, working across departments to develop student communication, computation, and problem-solving skills. Faculty are expected to accept courses as assigned which could include non-traditional venues, such as evening, weekend, dual-credit, and/or online courses.  This position reports to the Program Director of Veterinary Technology and exercises no supervision.  

NOTE:  This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:

Knowledge of: 1. Subject matter; 2. Professional development planning; 3. Trends in teaching/learning theory as it applies to Veterinary Technology; 4. Pertinent Federal, State rules and regulations; 5. OSHA requirements as they relate   to Veterinary medicine; 6. Computer as a tool for instruction and administration; Skills in: 7. Necessary in the performance of clinical/treatment activities expected of a licensed veterinary technician in a veterinary practice; Abilities to: 8. Maintain office hours; 9. Advise students; 10. Teach at the post-secondary level; 11. Use technology in support of instruction; 12. Evaluate student performance; 13. Promote and support extra-curricular activities; 14. Work across departments to develop student communication, computation and problem solving; 15. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; 16. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; 17. Use the computer as an instructional tool as well as administratively.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Restricted-Sustained posture, for prolonged periods; light lifting, some walking, pushing, pulling on a regular basis. Work environment-Minimal hazard/exposure: Standard office setting.  Exposure to a variety of animals in the lab/clinical setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an AVMA-accredited college or university

Experience:  Five years of continuous work experience as a licensed veterinarian

Special Requirement: Must be currently licensed as a Veterinarian in the State of Texas or able to become licensed within 90 days of employment. Good standing with the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME)

Current registration with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)

Must be USDA accredited or eligible to become accredited

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Experience teaching in a Veterinary Technology, Veterinary, or equivalent higher education experience

Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in a teaching demonstration. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify. 

• Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (See Selection Criteria)
• Copies of College Transcripts

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