Faculty, Arts, Jewelry and Metalsmithing

Flathead Valley Community College•Kalispell, MT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Flathead Valley Community College is hiring a faculty member in its Art department to teach jewelry and metalsmithing courses at freshman, sophomore, and advanced levels. Teaching areas may include jewelry and metalsmithing, 3D jewelry design and modeling, CAD wax modeling and casting, stone setting, jewelry repair, and forging and smithing. The position begins August 16, 2027, and reports to the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs. The faculty member will oversee jewelry and related programs, including jewelry manufacturing, and contribute to curriculum development, student advising, assessment, transfer pathways, recruitment, and community relations. The role also involves collaborating with faculty and staff, using varied instructional methods and emerging technologies, maintaining instructional records, and keeping current with professional practices and research. Evening and weekend schedules may be required to meet student needs. The position is full-time and benefit-eligible. Salary is based on education and experience. The closing date is open until filled.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a closely related field.
At least one year of post-secondary teaching experience in an accredited institution covering all aspects of jewelry curriculum.
Ability to teach content using varied instructional methods.
Ability and willingness to represent FVCC and interact appropriately with the community.
Ability to work within FVCC policies and procedures and maintain effective professional relationships.
Demonstrated communication, project management, presentation, educational service, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work non-traditional schedules, including evenings and weekends, to meet student needs.
Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance and a high level of confidentiality.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and respond in the event of an emergency.
Ability to perform Medium Duty work, involving exertion of 20–50 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously.

Nice To Haves

Master of Fine Arts (MFA).
Three years of experience teaching undergraduate studio courses in goldsmithing, jewelry, or 3D jewelry design.
Experience with instructional technology and/or distance education courses.
Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

Teach jewelry and metalsmithing courses at freshman, sophomore, and advanced levels.
Assist with the development and revision of curriculum and integrate the subject area with related curricula.
Oversee jewelry and related programs, including jewelry manufacturing.
Work professionally with college faculty and staff and fulfill academic responsibilities.
Use a variety of instructional methods to facilitate student learning.
Use emerging technology and stay current with developing technologies related to the field.
Maintain and submit instructional records and participate in assessment activities.
Advise students according to established guidelines.
Work with the FVCC Advising Liaison and Montana universities to inform transfer pathways.
Represent the College and foster positive student and community relations and recruitment efforts.
Identify the need for adjunct faculty and assist in hiring adjunct faculty.
Attend meetings and participate in student and/or program assessment as directed.
Maintain professional ethics and student confidentiality in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
Advance the mission of FVCC and contribute to a collaborative, collegial environment and continuous improvement.
Remain current in practices, trends, and research related to assigned areas.
Convene advisory committees.