Alabama Community College System
Graphic Design and Art Instructor Job at Alabama Community College System in Phe
Alabama Community College System, Phenix City, AL, United States, 36870
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Phenix City, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-47
College/Division: CVCC-203120-Visual Communications
Opening Date: 01/09/2025
Closing Date: 1/23/2025 11:59 PM Central
Campus Location: Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Position Summary
NOTE: CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE OBSERVES EASTERN TIME.
The primary task of an instructor at Chattahoochee Valley Community College is to instruct in activities designed to promote intellectual growth. Essential duties and responsibilities of an instructor include commitments to students in the classroom, the teaching discipline, students outside the classroom, to the College, and to the community.
Salary: Salary level will be determined by the educational attainment and years of directly applicable experience according to Salary Schedule D-1. The salary range for nine months is $45,590-$94,363. Summer employment may be available (an additional amount of $14,384-$29,184), but is not guaranteed.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit to a complete online application packet through the online application system by the deadline date in order to be considered for this position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.
A complete application packet consists of the following:
Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications and for appropriate placement on the salary schedule. Letter(s) must include employment dates, employment status, and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.
Completion of all sections of the online application is required. Application materials, including transcripts, must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Degrees must be posted on transcripts.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application; however, official transcripts may be requested by the College prior to an extension of an employment agreement to the successful candidate. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Once submitted, all application materials become the property of CVCC. Only applications received during the period of the announcement will be considered. NO PHOTOS, please. Requests for copies of application materials, including transcripts, will be denied by the College.
Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2025
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Commitment to Students in the Classroom:
Qualifications
Application Procedures/Additional Information
All correspondence with applicants regarding this search process will be sent via email.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications indicated in this vacancy announcement. They must submit a complete application packet via the online application process by the deadline in order to be considered. PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD PHOTOS.
The online application link is found on the employment page of the College's website at: and
Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. The College will not incur the cost of the applicants' interview expenses. Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment.
The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.
All male applicants between the age of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration.
In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant selected for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. In the event a conviction for a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude is found, the procedures established for the Board of Trustees policy concerning criminal background checks will be followed.
Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) which electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Defendant of Homeland Security. Applicants hired by CVCC will be subject to the E-Verify process pursuant to Act. No. 2011-535.
CVCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates or employees. CVCC reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
7 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
Not applicable
(off between terms)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
15 (5 locally assigned)
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit
Premium amounts:
Tobacco Usage Premium
Wellness Premium
If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums
Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/18).
Duty Hours
(Hours vary by campus and instructional needs)
Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.
Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
1/3 waived after 1st year
2/3 waived after 2nd year
3/3 waived after 3rd year
Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.
01
Have you attached all required documents for a complete application packet (cover letter, resume, and all transcripts)? Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.
02
Do you have a Master's degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in art, visual communications, computer graphics, digital media, graphic design, or a related field, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours or the equivalent quarter hours in the appropriate teaching discipline?
03
Do you have teaching experience in Graphic Design and Art in the secondary or post-secondary setting?
Required Question
Location : Phenix City, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-47
College/Division: CVCC-203120-Visual Communications
Opening Date: 01/09/2025
Closing Date: 1/23/2025 11:59 PM Central
Campus Location: Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Position Summary
NOTE: CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE OBSERVES EASTERN TIME.
The primary task of an instructor at Chattahoochee Valley Community College is to instruct in activities designed to promote intellectual growth. Essential duties and responsibilities of an instructor include commitments to students in the classroom, the teaching discipline, students outside the classroom, to the College, and to the community.
Salary: Salary level will be determined by the educational attainment and years of directly applicable experience according to Salary Schedule D-1. The salary range for nine months is $45,590-$94,363. Summer employment may be available (an additional amount of $14,384-$29,184), but is not guaranteed.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit to a complete online application packet through the online application system by the deadline date in order to be considered for this position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.
A complete application packet consists of the following:
- Online employment application
- Cover letter
- Current resume
- Copies of ALL college transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and the date degree conferred
Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications and for appropriate placement on the salary schedule. Letter(s) must include employment dates, employment status, and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.
Completion of all sections of the online application is required. Application materials, including transcripts, must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Degrees must be posted on transcripts.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application; however, official transcripts may be requested by the College prior to an extension of an employment agreement to the successful candidate. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Once submitted, all application materials become the property of CVCC. Only applications received during the period of the announcement will be considered. NO PHOTOS, please. Requests for copies of application materials, including transcripts, will be denied by the College.
Anticipated Start Date: Fall 2025
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Commitment to Students in the Classroom:
- Designs and administers at least three evaluations for grade determination each semester.
- Demonstrates knowledge in teaching discipline.
- Teaches assigned classes.
- Meets classes for scheduled periods of time.
- Carries out all assignments according to schedule.
- Uses written objectives as criteria for evaluation for student performance.
- Uses appropriate teaching-learning aids, materials, and methodologies; utilizes instructional technology to enhance the teaching and learning process.
- Develops and delivers Web-based instruction.
- Maintains accurate class records.
- Prepares course syllabi and objectives in conjunction with departmental guidelines.
- Submits syllabi to the Department Chairperson for approval.
- Distribute syllabi and objectives in all classes.
- Maintains currency of professional knowledge and skills through professional development and continuing education in order to remain current in discipline and teaching techniques.
- Masters software as needed in order to enhance instruction.
- Demonstrates willingness to assist colleagues with instruction ideas and methodologies.
- Participates in departmental selection of texts and teaching materials.
- Plans, implements, and evaluates both introductory and advanced college transfer and technical courses appropriate to the community college level area discipline.
- Recommends appropriate supplementary and complementary subject materials to the Learning Resources Center.
- Maintains appropriate office hours.
- Serves as academic advisor in assisting students in developing educational goals.
- Assists students in course selection.
- Participates in all College registration activities (advance registration, New Student Experience, late registration, and drop/add).
- Attends student functions.
- Responds to student questions/emails in a timely manner.
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
- Maintains a minimum of a thirty-five (35) hour work week.
- Maintains and submits all required records and reports, including class records and reports.
- Participates in the College's planning process.
- Serves on institutional committees.
- Attends all required academic functions (i.e., department meetings, faculty meetings, graduation, etc.)
- Attends campus activities outside the normal work hours, whenever possible.
- Performs duties within established time frames (i.e., submission of class/office hour forms, class rosters, course grades, reports, etc.).
- Aggressively recruits students for the program and the College at large.
- Demonstrates a willingness to serve as resource person in area of expertise for community organizations, businesses, schools, or special events.
- Represents the institution in a positive manner.
- Maintains confidentiality of identified sensitive information and departmental information.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures set forth by the College.
- As a Campus Security Authority (CSA), report to the official or office designated by the institution to collect crime report information, such as the campus police or security department, those allegations of Clery Act crimes that the CSA concludes were made in good faith.
- Maintains currency of professional knowledge and skills through professional development and continuing education.
- Interacts with and serves diverse student and employee populations in a courteous and friendly manner.
- Adheres to College standards of professionalism and confidentiality, including courteous and friendly interaction with other CVCC employees.
- Participates in the College's graduation ceremony.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution, in art, visual communications, computer graphics, digital media, graphic design, or a related field, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours or the equivalent graduate quarter hours in the appropriate teaching discipline
- Successful teaching experience in Graphic Design and Art in the secondary or post-secondary setting
- Ability to incorporate instructional technology innovations into the classroom curriculum
- Effective oral and written communication skills; proficiency in the English language
- Competent use of the Microsoft Office suite.
Application Procedures/Additional Information
All correspondence with applicants regarding this search process will be sent via email.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications indicated in this vacancy announcement. They must submit a complete application packet via the online application process by the deadline in order to be considered. PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD PHOTOS.
The online application link is found on the employment page of the College's website at: and
Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. The College will not incur the cost of the applicants' interview expenses. Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment.
The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.
All male applicants between the age of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration.
In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant selected for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. In the event a conviction for a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude is found, the procedures established for the Board of Trustees policy concerning criminal background checks will be followed.
Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) which electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Defendant of Homeland Security. Applicants hired by CVCC will be subject to the E-Verify process pursuant to Act. No. 2011-535.
CVCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates or employees. CVCC reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
7 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
Not applicable
(off between terms)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
15 (5 locally assigned)
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit
Premium amounts:
- Single $ 30
- Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
- Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
- Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
Tobacco Usage Premium
- Member $ 50
- Spouse $ 50
Wellness Premium
- Member $ 50
- Spouse $ 50
If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums
- Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
- Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50
Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/18).
Duty Hours
(Hours vary by campus and instructional needs)
Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.
Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
1/3 waived after 1st year
2/3 waived after 2nd year
3/3 waived after 3rd year
Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.
01
Have you attached all required documents for a complete application packet (cover letter, resume, and all transcripts)? Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a Master's degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in art, visual communications, computer graphics, digital media, graphic design, or a related field, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours or the equivalent quarter hours in the appropriate teaching discipline?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have teaching experience in Graphic Design and Art in the secondary or post-secondary setting?
- Yes
- No
Required Question