Technical Design Tenure Track

Technical Design Tenure Track Faculty

Salary: $81,176 - $112,865

Department/Division: Technical Design/Manufacturing & Trades

Reports to: Dean of Manufacturing & Trades

Proposed Starting Date: 7/1/2026

This position is subject to include additional salary adjustment to meet industry standards according to the current Association of Higher Education Collective Bargaining Agreement and Memorandums of Understanding.

Olympic College is recruiting a full-time tenure track Technical Design Faculty to join the team at the college's Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) campus, in downtown Bremerton. Courses will include Technical Drawing, Solid Edge, AutoCAD and Project Management, and possibly additional courses.

Olympic College seeks faculty who are dedicated to student-centered learning and to fostering an equitable and inclusive educational environment. A member of the Achieving the Dream Network, the College is committed to advancing excellence by leading with racial equity, in order to maximize student potential across all populations, including racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, sexual identity, gender identity, and differing ability. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a track record of employing culturally-responsive pedagogy, utilizing disaggregated data to guide instruction, and teaching and mentoring minoritized student populations.

Olympic College enrolls a racially and socioeconomically diverse student body of approximately 10,500 students annually. Among them, 4% are African American, 5% Latinx, 1% are Native American/Alaska Native, 1% are Pacific Islander, 7% are Asian, 62% are White, and 15% are multiracial. A comprehensive community college, we offer instruction in Basic Studies to include awarding a high school diploma, GED preparation, and English to Speakers of Other Languages; academic transfer and workforce education degrees and certificates; four applied baccalaureate degrees, and community education in our two-county region.

Essential Functions

• Teach primarily Technical Drawing, Solid Edge, AutoCAD and Project Management, and possibly additional courses;
• Collaborate with PSNS & IMF trade faculty to provide Apprentices and Helpers with relevant, up-to-date training and skills;
• Teach evening, distance, and branch campus courses when required;
• Provide quality teaching including related preparation, grading, and record keeping;
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes by the first day of classes and to the division office as requested;
• Identify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustments in learning environments and activities;
• Provide student advising for career/academic pathways, mentoring, and support;
• Contribute to development of composition curriculum and student learning outcomes;
• Contribute to the assessment of student learning outcomes annually;
• Punctual communication with students, faculty, staff and administrators;
• Maintain physical office hours for student consultation;
• Attend faculty, department and division meetings and serve on college committees;
• Serve on appropriate college and community committees;
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Technical Design or a related field
• Industry experience in drafting or technical design
• Basic computer literacy
• Proficient in CAD and other technical drawing software

Desired Qualifications

• Master's Degree in education or a relevant technical field
• Experience working in an industrial environment
• College teaching experience
• Expertise in AutoCAD, Solid Edge, Solid Works, and Project Management

Successful Applicants Will

• Impart excitement and enthusiasm towards course content and the educational experience;
• Use a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success;
• Demonstrate a commitment to teach students with little or no background, as well as the experienced student desiring to further their career;
• Utilize a variety of assessment activities to evaluate student learning and achievement;
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds as well as military veterans;
• Support diversity in higher education through application of culturally responsive teaching pedagogies and the use of diverse resources/voices, as well as by contributing through actions;
• Foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation;
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate;
• Demonstrate success incorporating accessibility and special needs accommodations via course materials and classroom activities;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals to maintain effective and positive working relationships;
• Collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students as part of an educational team;
• Incorporate the use of technology in the delivery of course content and services, including use of the College approved learning management system.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

• 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 applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.