[Coral-List] Marine Science Faculty Position in American Samoa

[Kelley Anderson]

Talofa Coral Listers,

I am pleased to share an exciting opportunity for a faculty position at the
American Samoa Community College.  Please see job description below.  I
believe the position is open until filled, despite the listed application
deadline.  This position is only open to those eligible to work in the USA
without sponsorship.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact me at kelleyat at hawaii.edu


*Position Title: Science Instructor *

*Employment Status: Full Time / 10 Months - Career Service *

*General Description: *

The Science Instructor reports directly to the Academic Chairperson of the
Science Department, which provides instructional programs in the fields of
science. The Science Department programs provide students with academic
entry level career preparation, the abilities and skills for career
upgrades, and the foundation for transfer to a four-year institution of
higher education. The Science Instructor, under the direct supervision of
the Academic Department Chair and / or the Dean of Academic Affairs, must
be committed to serve and assist students.

*Job Duties and Responsibilities: *

   - • Collect, prepare, and present instructional materials for all
   classes taught.
   - • Prepare and distribute all syllabi and outlines for each class
   taught in a timely manner.
   - • Teach a full instructional load of 15 credit hours or 225
   instructional contact hours per semester. Note that loads may vary between
   12 and 16 credit hours per semester.
   - • Teach a minimum of two Marine Science courses per spring and fall
   semester; teach each class as scheduled and supervise examinations, field
   trips, internships, service learning and practicum.
   - • Serve as point of contact for the College’s Marine Science efforts
   in the community by participating in advisory boards, conducting outreach,
   and helping with capacity-building efforts.
   - • Maintain attendance and scholastic records, and submit these to the
   Admissions and Records Office by the assigned date every semester and
   session.
   - • Participate as an active member in the Student Learning Outcome
   (SLO) review process
   - • Develop, implement, and assess SLOs for each course taught.
   - • Share data on SLOs collected from courses taught with the Science
   Department and other college stakeholders, and provide recommendations for
   improvement of student learning.
   - • Participate in the different levels of student learning outcome
   review, program review, and student assessment.
   - • Academically advise Science majors regarding their chosen program of
   study.
   - • Assist and provide students with information on career, academic
   referrals, and transfer opportunities.
   - • Assist with the registration process.
   - • Participate in faculty orientation, commencement exercises, and
   professional development activities.
   - • Provide safety measures and fully exercise the enforcement of these
   measures in the classroom.
   - • Serve the community through service learning.
   - • Actively contribute to one of ASCC committees and participate in
   extra-curricular functions.
   - • Assist and enforce all college rules and regulations.
   - • *S*eek extramural funding to support the Marine Science program and
   administer grants secured.


   - • Perform other duties assigned by the Department Chairperson or the
   Dean of Academic Affairs.


*Minimum Requirements: *

   - • Master’s Degree in Marine Science or related field
   - • Two to three years of teaching experience
   - • Ability to develop and lead programs; demonstrated ability to teach
   Marine Science effectively at the community college or university level;
   - • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
   - • Must demonstrate knowledge in curriculum development, and have good
   analytical and interpersonal skills.
   - • Must also be computer literate


*Salary: *TS-01/10-TS-03/01: $43,136.00 - $45,557.00 per annum

*Application Deadline*: August 23rd, 2023 no later than 4:00pm

Applications are available from the American Samoa Community College, Human
Resources Office at 699-9155 Ext. 460/466/456/474, 699-2722 ext
3601/3602/3603/3604/3605/3606 or online at
www.amsamoa.edu/employmentopportunities or by emailing
ascchumanresources at amsamoa.edu.

*“An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – And A Drug-Free *
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Kelley L. Anderson Tagarino, M.Sc.
American Samoa Community College CNR Extension Faculty
University of Hawaii Sea Grant College Program
American Samoa Community College
PO Box 4574
Pago Pago, American Samoa 96799
Office:  1 (684) 699-3353
Cell:  1 (684) 258-2967
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