Overview

Whatcom Community College (WCC) seeks candidates who strive to achieve WCC’s core themes – achieving success, building community, advancing equity, and enhancing effectiveness – to create a thriving learning community that supports excellence, opportunity, and equity for students, faculty, and staff. WCC is focused on building a community of respect, sustainability, and inclusivity through secure, welcoming, and engaging learning environments that encourage and support the academic and personal success of WCC students. This work is a lifelong process and the opportunities at WCC offer individuals the ability and means to seek personal and professional growth on and off campus in an area known for its beauty and culture.

Responsibilities

The Substance Use Disorder program prepares students for transfer, employment, or continued education in Behavioral Health workforce. The successful applicant is expected to:

  • Teach an equivalent of 15 credits per quarter in courses that prepare students for the SUDP/Behavioral Health field.
  • Contribute to the future vision of SUDP/Behavioral Health field at the college in collaboration with faculty, staff, and administrators.
  • Remain current in the field and participate in professional development activities that expand content knowledge and increase instructional effectiveness.
  • Perform duties relevant to the needs of the discipline/program, as outlined in the faculty negotiated agreement (e.g., curriculum development, search committee participation, departmental meetings, etc.).
  • Leading program-specific accreditation processes.
  • Engage in college and/or community service.

Qualifications

Full-time faculty are expected to have a sufficient campus presence to conduct meetings with students, conduct college business, and fulfill college service obligations. This includes a presence for face-to-face office hours, as appropriate for the course, college meetings, Opening Week and other scheduled in-service days, and departmental or committee meetings.

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
  • Two years experience working in the field.
  • Current SUDP Certification in good standing.

 Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) or PhD in Social Work.
  • Professional or academic background as a substance use disorder professional.
  • Two or more years of experience in the substance use disorder professional industry.
  • Experience developing and implementing diverse instructional approaches using technology, service learning, or internships.
  • Experience in curriculum development and in assessing learning outcomes.
  • Experience working with grants, contracts, or other alternative project funding opportunities.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication abilities with students and colleagues.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Universal Design for Learning and accessibility; and experience using a learning management system, preferably Canvas.
  • Experience teaching in a higher education setting using a student-centered approach to teaching and learning.

How To Apply

A completed application consists of an online application and:

  • Letter of application detailing relevant experience and how the applicant is prepared to meet the duties of the position.
  • Diversity statement that responds to the following question (1 page max). Whatcom Community College has a strategic plan core theme to advance equity. Describe ways in which you have actively engaged and demonstrated a commitment to promoting the success of diverse students or employees.
  • Current resume.
  • Unofficial Transcripts for all earned degrees; official transcripts required prior to the official start date.
  • List of five recent professional references with contact information.

Whatcom Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, genetic information or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for Human Resources, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360.383.3400. For Title IX compliance, contact: Vice President for Educational Services, 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226, 360.383.3070. WCC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Disability Support Services Office at 360.383.3080; VP 360.255.7182.

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