Music Assistant Professor (Full-time, Tenure-Track)

Sacramento City College is currently recruiting for a Computer Animation and Graphic Design Assistant Professor (3D-Graphic Communication) to start the Fall 2008 semester.  This is a full-time, tenure-track professor position, working approximately 164 days per year.  The closing date for applying to this position is April 21, 2008.

About Us
Sacramento City College is an urban college in a park-like setting located in the heart of the Sacramento metropolitan area. The College is a learning center for approximately 25,000 day and evening students. Founded in 1916, Sacramento City College is a place of tradition and history, with a vitality and diversity that is contemporary. The College consists of a main campus and outreach centers in Davis, Downtown, and West Sacramento. Classes are offered seven days a week, both day and evenings, as well as on line and interactive television. The faculty and staff of Sacramento City College value a humanistic approach to learning, teaching, and working together in a diverse community. The college is a part of the Los Rios Community College District and uses an interest based approach to dispute resolution.

Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Advanced Technology Division Dean, the Computer Animation and Graphic Design Assistant Professor interacts with faculty and staff from several departments and divisions. The assistant professor's primary responsibility is to teach Animation Principles, 3D Animation, Modeling and Rigging, and beginning and advanced Graphic Design courses using current industry standard software. This might include 3DS Studio Max, Lightwave, Softimage, Maya and Adobe CS3 Applications. These classes may be offered in a distance education format. The Instructor will use a learning and student-centered approach to assist in curriculum development and growth to meet the current and future needs of a rapidly changing professional environment. A candidate should also possess strong interpersonal and communications skills, as well as the ability to work independently and in a team. The faculty member will be responsible for staying current with the software and design theories used in courses. Teaching assignment may include day, evening and weekend classes, on and off campus.

Requirements
1. Have a bachelor's degree in art, digital media, graphic design, Web design or related discipline from an accredited institution completed by January 17, 2008 AND two year's related work experience; OR, have an associate degree in art, digital media, graphic design, Web design or related discipline AND six years' of related work experience; OR hold a California Community College Instructor's Credential in Communication Services & Related Technologies; OR, the equivalent. Note: Applicants applying under the "equivalent provision" must provide details and explain how their academic preparation in the equivalent of the degrees listed above.

2. Have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

We Value 
1. Knowledge of, primarily, design theory and the principles of animation, and secondarily, graphic design. Applicant must be able to utilize many current industry standard animation and graphic design applications to create an artistic vision.

2. Experience working in learning environment and the ability to quickly and independently solve problems as they arise.

3. Willingness to learn new technologies in the animation and Graphic design fields and related industries.

Special requirements:
Portfolio to be submitted at the time of interview showing samples of work in all areas of competency. Show demonstrated skills in 3 D animation, design, layout, and typography.

To Apply Online
To view the full job posting and to apply online, please visit our website at www.losrios.edu and click on “Job Openings” for instructions and to view the job postings for this position.  You can contact Human Resources with any questions or for assistance with applying at (916) 568-3112, or by email at hr@losrios.edu.  Our office is located at 1919 Spanos Court, Sacramento, California.