Employment Opportunities

Writing and Communications Center Associate [Senior Associate Level]

The Opportunity

Columbia-Greene Community College is seeking a full-time Writing and Communications Center Associate. This role will provide student success coaching, writing and communications support, and coordinate day-to-day operations of the Writing and Communications Center.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in students’ lives, we encourage you to apply and join the Columbia-Greene team!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one and/or small group coaching sessions with students to assess writing and communication skills.
• Provide individualized feedback and guidance to help students improve writing clarity, organization, style, and grammar.

• Assist students with cross-disciplinary writing and reading assignments and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.

• Assist students in developing effective communication strategies for various academic and professional contexts, including essays, presentations, and job applications.

• Plan and deliver workshops and seminars on writing and communication-related topics, such as academic writing conventions, public speaking, and professional correspondence.

• Develop instructional materials, handouts, and resources to support workshop sessions.

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate writing and communication skills into the curriculum across disciplines.

• Manage the day-to-day operations of The Writing Center, including scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and coordinating staffing.

• Recruit, train, and supervise peer tutors to provide additional support to students seeking assistance with writing and communication skills.

• Stay informed about best practices in writing center pedagogy and implement innovative strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

• Provide digital literacy support to students, through individual sessions and workshops, contributing to the integration and use of technology for academic and career success

• Collaborate with others to provide individual and/or group advising to meet the personal, social, emotional, and academic needs of new and continuing students.

• Provide technical support of the hardware and software needed to administer testing needs (e.g., placement testing, pre-Nursing testing) and any other computerized testing services.

• Manages laptop and calculator loan program.

• Attend college-sponsored events and programs (e.g., open house, orientations, commencement) to represent the Student Success Center and Department of Student Affairs.
• Support operations of the Student Success Center.

• Participate in College committees, as needed.

Requirements 

• Master’s degree in English, Communication, Education, or related field; with three (3) years’ experience and/or training involving college admissions, academic advisement, career development, or program/project management; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. * Please note, candidates without a master’s degree are welcome to submit in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

• Technical proficiency in standard office software (MS Office), communication tools (Zoom), and learning management systems.

• Demonstrated experience and skills with one-on-one communication (i.e. teaching, coaching, tutoring, mentoring, managing, etc.).

• Candidate must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage administrative tasks.

• Excellent judgement and respect for confidentiality.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving/conflict resolution, and written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to support individuals from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple situations and projects.
• This role requires a flexible schedule with evening and some weekend availability.

Salary and Benefit Information

Annual 12-month contractual salary range $18-$25.00/hour and will be commensurate with education and experience. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, short-and long-term disability, generous vacation, and sick leave, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tax-deferred compensation, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers. PSLF waivers offered.

Application Information

For full consideration, applicants must submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) cv/resume; and (3) contact information for three professional references. Submit all as a single PDF document to: HR@sunycgcc.edu.

Review will begin immediately and continue to the position is filled. Priority consideration given to applicants who apply by January 3, 2025.

A Call for Adjunct Faculty

The Office of Academic Affairs wants to build its part-time adjunct faculty pool.  We are seeking qualified candidates to teach college-level and developmental courses in the following academic divisions:

• Arts and Humanities
• Business, Mathematics, and Technology
• Natural and Social Sciences
• Health Professions

The courses taught could potentially be online or in-person on the Hudson campus.

In addition, Columbia-Greene offers a Prison Education Program (PEP); if you are interested in teaching courses for the PEP, please include that information in your cover letter.

For a complete list of the College’s academic programs, please visit the following URL:

https://www.columbiagreene.edu/academics/programs/

Excluding a few technical and specialized programs (such as Automotive Technology, Construction Technology, and Medical Assisting), the following minimum qualifications are required:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in a relevant field
• Completion of an application and a background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience
• Experience teaching in multiple modalities

Benefit Information

Starting salary is $900 per credit hour and will be commensurate with education and experience. Some benefits include New York State Retirement options, supplemental retirement and life insurance options and employee tuition waiver.

Application Information

For full consideration please send a cover letter, cv, a copy of unofficial transcripts, and contact information of three professional references to HR@sunycgcc.edu.  Review begins immediately and the position is open until filled.

Final employment offer is contingent on a successful background check.

Position Summary

Columbia-Greene Community College is seeking a qualified and passionate individual to join our Construction Technology Department as an Adjunct Instructor in Historic Preservation (CC 119). The successful candidate will have expertise in historic preservation techniques, a commitment to student success, and a passion for sharing knowledge in a classroom and hands-on lab setting to diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Effectively teach courses related to Historic Preservation, including but not limited to: Introduction to Historic Preservation, Building Materials and Techniques in Historic Preservation, and Historic Preservation Fieldwork.
• Develop and deliver engaging, well-structured lectures and hands-on activities to foster student learning and skill development.
• Provide guidance and support to students, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Holds office hours to assist and support students.
• Assess and evaluate student performance, providing constructive formative feedback and timely grading.
• Collaborate with faculty members to enhance curriculum and program development.
• Participate in division meetings and professional development activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Historic Preservation, Architecture, Design, Education, or a related field.
• Professional experience in the field of construction, historic preservation, including hands-on work with historic buildings.
• Strong knowledge of historic preservation principles, materials, and techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate students in a diverse community college setting.
• A commitment to student success and the mission of the community college.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-3 years of teaching experience, particularly in higher education or adult education.
• Field experience in the local counties or region with historic preservation projects.
• Certifications or professional memberships related to construction technology or historic preservation.

Availability

Instructor must be available to teach on-campus Fridays, 8:00 am to 12:50 pm.

Salary and Benefit Information

The starting salary is $900 per credit hour and will be commensurate with education and experience. Some benefits include New York State Retirement options, supplemental retirement and life insurance options, employee assistance program, and C-GCC employee tuition waiver.

Application Process

For FULL consideration interested candidates should submit the following application materials, as ONE PDF to HR@sunycgcc.edu.

• Cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
• Names and contact information of three professional references.
• Copy of unofficial transcripts.

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. We are seeking a candidate who is availability to teach in the Spring semester beginning in January 2025.

Natural Science Instructors

The Opportunity

The Division of Natural and Social Sciences at Columbia-Greene Community College is seeking part-time instructors who are qualified to teach the following courses for Spring 2025 and Fall 2025.

• Anatomy and Physiology (online)
• Human Biology (online)
• Human Biology (lab | on-campus | Tuesday, 2:00p-4:50pm)

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in science or relevant field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous instructional experience.
• Experience teaching online with Brightspace.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students.

Benefit Information

Starting salary $900 per credit hour and will be commensurate with education and teaching experience. Some benefits include New York State Retirement options, supplemental retirement and life insurance options, and employee tuition waiver.

Application Information

For full consideration please send a cover letter, cv, a copy of unofficial transcripts, contact information of three professional references as ONE PDF to HR@sunycgcc.edu. Review will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.

Final employment offer is contingent on a successful background check.

Automotive Instructor

The Opportunity

The Business, Math, and Technology Division of Columbia-Greene Community College is seeking part-time instructors to teach the following course Spring 2025 semester:

• Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles – AU 213
  • Tuesday and Thursday | 1:00 pm- 5:00pm | On-campus

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Current ASE Master Technician, certified in tests A1-A8, G1, and L1.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous instructional experience.
• Experience teaching with Brightspace.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students. 

Salary and Benefit Information

Starting salary $900 per credit hour and will be commensurate with education and teaching experience. Some benefits include New York State Retirement options, supplemental retirement and life insurance, and employee tuition waiver. PSLF waivers offered.

Application Information

For full consideration please send a cover letter, cv, a copy of unofficial transcripts, and contact information of three professional references as ONE PDF to HR@sunycgcc.edu. Review will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Final employment offer is contingent on a successful background check.

Computer Science Instructors

The Opportunity

The Business, Math, and Technology Division of Columbia-Greene Community College is seeking part-time instructors to teach the following courses Spring 2025 semester:

• Network Security – CS 235
  • Monday and Wednesday | 11:00a – 12:20p | On-campus

• Computer Forensics – CS 241
  • Tuesday and Thursday 12:30p – 1:50p | On-campus

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in computer science or related field.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous instructional experience.
• Experience teaching online with Brightspace.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students.

Salary and Benefit Information

Starting salary $900 per credit hour and will be commensurate with education and teaching experience. Some benefits include New York State Retirement options, supplemental retirement and life insurance options, and employee tuition waiver. PSLF waivers offered.

Application Information

For full consideration please send a cover letter, cv, a copy of unofficial transcripts, and contact information of three professional references as ONE PDF to HR@sunycgcc.edu. Review will begin immediately and continue until the positions is filled.

Final employment offer is contingent on a successful background check.

Head Coach Positions

The Opportunity

If you are passionate about shaping the future of education and having a positive impact on students’ lives…apply now to be part of the Columbia-Greene team!

The Athletic Department has the following part-time Head Coach positions open. The Head Coach reports to the Director of Athletics.

• Head Women’s Basketball Coach
• Head Golf Coach

Minimum qualifications

HS diploma, coaching experience with ages 15 and up, knowledge of specific sport, excellent communication and organizational skills, valid driver’s license, evening and weekend travel for recruitment and competitions, well-developed time management and organizational skills, final job offer contingent on background check.

Preferred qualifications

Associate degree or higher, college coaching experience, previous college playing experience, knowledge of NJCAA rules and regulations, current CPR and First-Aid Certification.

Salary and Benefit Information

Seasonal stipends. Some benefits include NYS Retirement, supplemental retirement and life insurance options and employee tuition waiver.

Application Information

For FULL consideration, please send a cover letter, cv/resume, and contact information of three professional references as ONE PDF to HR@sunycgcc.edu. Review will begin immediately and continue until positions is filled.

Final offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Assistant Coach Positions

The Opportunity

If you are passionate about shaping the future of education and having a positive impact on students’ lives…apply now to be part of the Columbia-Greene team!

The Athletic Department has the following part-time Assistant Coach positions open. The Assistant Coach reports to the Head Coach.

• Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
• Assistant Men’s Baseball Coach

 Minimum qualifications

HS diploma, coaching experience with ages 15 and up, knowledge of specific sport, excellent communication and organizational skills, valid driver’s license, evening and weekend travel for recruitment and competitions, well-developed time management and organizational skills, final job offer contingent on background check.

Preferred qualifications

Associate degree or higher, college coaching experience, previous college playing experience, knowledge of NJCAA rules and regulations, current CPR and First-Aid Certification.

Salary and Benefit Information

Seasonal stipends. Some benefits include NYS Retirement, supplemental retirement and life insurance options and employee tuition waiver.

Application Information

For FULL consideration, please send a cover letter, cv/resume, and contact information of three professional references as ONE PDF to HR@sunycgcc.edu. Review will begin immediately and continue until positions is filled.

Final offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.