Natural Resources Instructor - Tenure-Track - Spokane Community College

CCS Spokane • Spokane, WA

1d • $71,096 - $108,630

About The Position

Students in our Environmental Science programs are curious, motivated, and ready to make a difference. At SCC, you’ll teach hands-on skills in the field every quarter—guiding students toward meaningful, rewarding careers. Enjoy a true work-life balance, a supportive teaching environment, and the satisfaction of shaping the next generation of fisheries professionals. If you have broad fisheries experience and a passion for sharing your knowledge, we’d love to have you on our team! Spokane Community College, part of Spokane Colleges, serves 15,000 students with career technical, liberal arts, and adult education programs in Spokane and surrounding rural communities.

Requirements

• At least two years (24 months) of demonstrated field-based experience in freshwater fisheries.
• Master’s degree in fisheries science, fisheries management, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the following skills: Field identification of regional freshwater and anadromous fish across life stages Sampling and population assessment methods commonly used for regional freshwater and anadromous fish Aquatic and riparian habitat assessment and evaluation
• Experience and knowledge in the following areas: Hatchery and aquaculture techniques Common regional fish diseases Management of game fish History and current management of anadromous fish in the Columbia Basin Technical, cultural, and economic factors influencing management and restoration of regional anadromous fish Regional fisheries regulatory frameworks Watershed processes and land-use impacts on aquatic habitats
• Initiative and leadership to develop and advance the Freshwater Fisheries AAS program, including building partnerships with hatcheries, developing field sites, creating curriculum, and collaborating with agencies and Tribes.
• Commitment to student-centered learning, teamwork, and the mission of the college.
• Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment.
• Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of field-based fisheries experience.
• College teaching experience.
• Experience collaborating with Tribal, State and Federal agencies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board
• TIAA-Cref retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan.
• leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level