Faculty- Mathematics

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Title:

Faculty- Mathematics Position #: 300510

Position Status:

Full-Time FLSA Status:

Exempt Reports To:

Math/Science Department Chair

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teach mathematics courses including, but not limited to: all levels of Algebra, Introduction to Statistics, Trigonometry, Calculus and other math courses deemed necessary. 2. Assist in planning and curriculum development. 3. Teach using different modalities (online, in-person, hybrid) 4. Offer student advising and outreach to communities served by Otero Junior College. 5. Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and campus activities. 6. Demonstrate competent leadership abilities; maintain positive interpersonal relationships with faculty, staff and students. 7. Perform additional responsibilities consistent with the mission of the College 8. Be creative and committed to teaching excellence and have the willingness to improve student learning by assessing student program and campus learning outcomes. 9. Perform other duties as assigned by the Math and Science Department Chair and Vice President of Academic Affairs Contact Human Resources for the full job description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Faculty and instructors must meet one of the following three minimum criteria: Master's degree or higher in the course discipline, content area, or prefix . ( Documentation must include the discipline of the degree.) Master's degree or higher in another discipline, content area, or prefix, with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the course discipline, content area, or prefix. ( Documentation must include the discipline of the degree and graduate courses completed.) Documented applicable experience to include "a", "b", or "c" below: a) A bachelor's degree with the intent to complete a master's degree within three years. Progress towards the degree should be measurable and reported annually. b) Applicable experience in the discipline (employment etc.) equivalent to 2or more years beyond bachelor's level, depending on level of course, which includes a breadth and depth of experience outside of the classroom in real-world situations relevant to the discipline in which the faculty member or instructor would be teaching. c) Two or more of the following: i. A bachelor's degree and a minimum of 9-15 graduate credit hours completed in the course discipline, content area, or prefix. ii. Teaching experience at the college level in the course discipline, content area, or prefix, and documentation of related professional development (e.g., publications, presentations, mentorship, etc.). iii. Discipline-specific certifications or credentials at a post-secondary level, or specialized advanced experience relevant to the course discipline, content area, or prefix. Evidence of specialized credentials may include significant invited performances (e.g., galley shows, guest conductor, director, or performer experiences). ( Documentation must include two of the above statements and related evidence.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of successful teaching experience at the post-secondary level Experience with educational technology and a willingness to continue to learn and incorporate educational technology. Experience working with diverse populations Willingness to teach a varied schedule including evenings, weekends and summer. Educational philosophy in alignment with that of a small rural, comprehensive Community College and enthusiasm for this type of environment and the aspirations of its people.

SALARY:

$45,168-$48,212 with an excellent and highly competitive benefits package. More information about our highly competitive and attractive benefits under the benefit section in this vacancy. 9-month (166 days) per academic year renewable position

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For consideration, an applicant file must contain: 1. Cover letter that addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications 2. Resume 3. Teaching Philosophy Statement 4. Copies of transcripts (A.A., B.A., and M.A.) (Official transcripts requested upon hire) - As part of our commitment to a fair hiring process, we invite you to redact any information from your transcripts that may be confidential/protected under law, including your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation. 5. Names, addresses, and phone numbers of 3 professional references Candidates selected to move forward in the interview process will be required to provide a teaching demonstration as part of the interview.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled - Priority will be given to applications received by June 9, 2026 POSITION

START DATE

August 10, 2026

Submit Application Packet To:

Otero College Attn:

Kelsey Barbee Executive Director of Human Resources 1802 Colorado Ave La Junta, CO 81050

FAX:

(719) 384-6947

Or Email To:

kelsey.barbee@otero.edu

Inquiries May Be Directed To:

Kelsey Barbee (719) 384-6824 Notice to all Applicants • Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a drug screening, and/or a motor vehicle record review. Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material. Final candidates are required to submit unofficial transcripts for non-instructional positions and official transcripts for instructional positions to Human Resources within thirty (30) days of hire. Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment. Otero College participates in E-Verify. Otero College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. All Otero employees, except student employees, contribute to Colorado PERA at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security. Must be a resident of the State of Colorado or able to relocate to Colorado prior to the first date of employment. Reasonable Accommodation Statement Otero College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and/or during the course of employment, please contact Kelsey Barbee, Executive Director of Human Resources, at (719) 384-6824 or kelsey.barbee@otero.edu Benefits At Otero, we value and uphold a commitment to a workplace that focuses on employees. In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including: Flexible retirement benefits including Colorado PERA's Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. Otero contributes 21.61% of your salary on your behalf. Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k) and 457 plans are also available. Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings benefits. Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP). Generous paid time off benefits including up to 15 hours of annual leave and 10 hours sick leave per month, 10 paid holidays per year, and up to 18 hours for academic and volunteer activities. Tuition assistance for employees and their eligible dependents at any community college within the Colorado Community College System or CCCOnline. State employees are eligible to participate in BenefitHub which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources. Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the Colorado Division of Human Resources website. Otero College is an Equal Opportunity Employer Otero College prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policy 3- 120 Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action and Colorado Community College System Procedure 3-120a- Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Program. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or military status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law (also know as "civil rights laws") including protection against retaliation and for those opposing discrimination or participating in any grievance process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies, in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. Otero recognizes that the quality of instruction and educational opportunities for all are enhanced when the diversity of the community served is represented in the student population and workforce. Otero also recognizes that women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities have been historically underutilized in the higher education workforce. The College has designated Mike Rager, Director of Civil Rights and Investigations as its Title IX/EO Coordinator and Kelsey Barbee, Director of Human Resources as its Affirmative Action Officer, with the responsibility to coordinate its civil rights compliance activities and grievance procedures. If you have any questions, please contact Kelsey Barbee, Director of Human Resources at 719-384-6824, kelsey.barbee@otero.edu , or 1802 Colorado Ave. McDivitt Hall RM# 140, La Junta, CO 81050. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204, telephone (303) 844-3417. The Federal Cleary Act (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees the agency's Annual Security Report/Campus Crime Statistics. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the Student Services Center upon request or at: http://www.ojc.edu/content/marketing/catalog.pdf. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Otero College, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campus. Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application packet Qualified protected class individuals are encouraged to apply Otero College must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. If hired you will be required to provide documents to show your identity and authorization to work. In addition, Colorado fiscal rules require direct deposit for all new employees.

ABOUT OTERO COLLEGE

Founded in 1941, Otero College is an accredited Hispanic Serving Institution and is a state two-year community college with approximately 1500 students (1250 FTE) made up of traditional, non-traditional and international students. The college is governed by the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education. Otero is located on an attractive 40-acre campus on the southern edge of La Junta, Colorado. The college is a full-service campus with dormitory housing, food service, men's and women's varsity intercollegiate athletics, and state-of-the-art educational technology. The city of La Junta has a population of approximately 8,000 and is located on Highway 50, sixty miles east of Pueblo. The college serves the residents of Otero, Bent, and Crowley counties. This rural geographic area in southeast Colorado is primarily agriculture based and has a population of approximately 33,000 people. Students at Otero can earn degrees in Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of General Studies or an Associate Degree in Nursing. Students who wish to pursue vocational occupations will find over a dozen one- and two-year certificate programs available. Career and Technical Education certificate programs at Otero include: Advanced Ag/Business Management ABM Financial Analysis Ag/Business Marketing and Risk Management ABM Records and Business Planning Rural Business Entrepreneurship Cosmetology Hair Stylist Nail Technician Esthetician Crop Production Intro to Horticulture Horticulture Emergency Medical Technician EMT Intermediate Community Health Worker Law Enforcement Training Academy Livestock Production Agriculture Production Management Artificial Insemination Nurse Aide Practical Nursing Phlebotomy Oxyacetylene Welding Fundamentals I Welding Fundamentals II Welding Production Advanced Welding Pipe Advanced Welding Railroad Construction Trades To learn more about Otero College, visit the college's website at www.otero.edu.

OTERO MISSION STATEMENT

To educate students and provide workforce training that enhances personal and professional growth and encourages all students to become the best version of themselves.