Assistant Professor of Accounting

Compensation:

Minimum starting salary based on education:

FA16 Master’s degree: $55,430.00
FA17 Master’s +45: $58,180.00
FA18 Doctorate: $60,930.00

Final salary to commensurate with education, experience and other applicable factors.

Instructions to Applicants: A complete application package must include the following required documents. Please upload documents to the Resume Drop Box section of your application. Incomplete application packages will not be reviewed.

- CV*
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Philosophy

* Your CV must fully document your experience and include the following information:

For full-time faculty experience:
- Month and year the position(s) began and ended

For non-teaching relevant experience:
- Job title
- Description of duties and responsibilities
- The number of hours worked per week.
- Month and year the position(s) began and ended.

For adjunct faculty experience:
- Year, semester(s), course title, and credit hours

Incomplete information will not be considered in the calculation of relevant experience. Applicants wishing to receive credit for non-teaching relevant experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications or experience.

Compensation Type:

Salary

Employment Type:

Regular

FLSA:

Exempt

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Summary

The expected start date for this position is Spring 2027 onsite in Santa Fe, NM.

Teaches 30 pay hours per year of assigned classes and performs instructional duties in diverse learning environments. Responsibilities will include designing and preparing course assignments and assessments both in class and online, grading and tracking student work, and assessing student placement. Maintaining scheduled office hours, meeting with students and providing academic advisement to students in the discipline of Accounting and related areas. Provides mentoring and guidance to adjunct faculty and assist with student conferences.

It is expected that faculty maintain current professional standards and practices, as well as attend committee/department meetings, and support the mission of SFCC and the School of Business and Professional Studies.  Must be committed to serving a diverse college community.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teaches up to 15 pay hours each semester (fall and spring semesters). 30 pay hours per year.
• Provides classroom and online instruction in Accounting.
• Conducts assigned classes in accordance with approved course syllabi.
• Creates and maintains effective, student-centered, learning environments.
• Advises students concerning academic achievement and learning goals; assists students with enrollment, registration and navigating systems.
• Works with Counseling/Accessibility Services and the Tutoring Center, making referrals as necessary.
• Acquaints students with course content, requirements, grading procedures, and attendance policy.
• Maintains student records regarding grades, coursework, degree plans and petitions to graduate.
• Maintains and submits up-to-date course outlines, syllabi and assessment materials.
• Submits required reports by deadlines.
• Seeks ways to improve instruction, keeping abreast of professional education developments.
• Maintains approved schedule of office hours.
• Participates in curriculum development.
• Creates curriculum and assessment instruments employing multiple assessment techniques.
• Integrates appropriate technology and diversity throughout the curriculum.
• Develops and selects materials and methods for faculty to use in teaching and assessing courses.
• Assists in the choice of textbooks and other instructional materials that are appropriate to the course syllabi.
• Participates in faculty, department, School, college-wide and other meetings and functions; serves on college committees; and attends and supports college activities.
• Promotes program within SFCC and to the community.
• Works with the Office of Recruitment and Outreach to promote SFCC programs.
• Serves as the coordinator of program advisory committee.
• Works with businesses and related industries in the Santa Fe area to develop strong relationships, career paths initiatives, internships and workforce development.
• Manages student internships and/or co-ops.
• Mentors and observes faculty.
• Collaborates with other faculty and staff in the School and across the college; and assumes special duties assigned by the Dean and/or Associate Dean of the School and/or designated representatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Current and demonstrated knowledge in applicable course content.

• Knowledge of current teaching methodologies and practices, such as cooperative learning, service-learning, traditional and alternative assessment.

• Knowledge of on-line and blended course delivery; diverse learning styles; evaluation methodologies; record keeping; and of curriculum design and planning.

• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.

• Skilled in problem solving; in time management; in computer use; in listening and in critical thinking.

• Must have sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, special needs, and ethnic backgrounds of college students.

• Ability to communicate information and ideas; speak clearly; work with students with learning differences and disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

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• Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Taxation, or related field, including at least 18 graduate credits in Accounting.  Or a Graduate Degree and a CPA with 5 years experience in Accounting.
• Five (5) years’ experience in an Accounting related field to include two (2) years of teaching experience in a post-secondary setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in curriculum development, online and technology enriched teaching and student advising.
• Experience in teacher mentoring and strong record of continuing professional development.
• Experience teaching in a multicultural setting.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Approximate percentages of other activities:

Standing 40%

Walking 20%

Sitting 40%

Driving 0%

Schedule Designation:

• Typically, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. May be required to work after-hours and/or weekends.
• This role is required to work onsite in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Best Consideration Date: 11/11/2026

Notice of Background Check and Education Verification:

All offers for employment with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) are contingent upon a successful completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional educational verification for compliance with accreditation standards.

EEO Statement:

As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

ADA Statement:

The SFCC is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), SFCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

SFCC Recruiting Statement:

Santa Fe Community College is a Hispanic-serving institution, which neighbors the eight northern Indian pueblos in Northern New Mexico. We are committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified and diverse faculty and staff. SFCC strives to make our campus a place where all individuals feel welcome, nurtured, and valued. At the heart of SFCC’s mission – Empower Students, Strengthen Community. Empoderar a los Estudiantes, Fortalecer a la Comunidad – is a commitment that higher education and opportunity should be open to everyone. SFCC fosters a welcoming environment and a climate of inclusivity for students, faculty, and staff. Join the SFCC team in working to empower students and strengthen community!

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