Instructor - Fisheries

For best consideration, please submit application materials by March 1, 2026

The Application Process

• First review of applications:  March 2026
• First Interview (remotely via Zoom): April 2026
• Second Interview (in-person at Gresham, OR Campus): May 2026
• Consideration of top candidates, including reference checks: May 2026
• Offer Extended: May/June 2026
• Background Check and other Pre-Employment Requirements: June 2026
• Start date: September 2026 

Please note: all timelines are subject to change.

JOB SUMMARY 

Develops and delivers classes through high quality instruction so that each student may meet learning outcomes primarily in aquaculture, with emphasis in all aspects of salmonid culture, and fish biology.  Participates in curriculum development, educational assessments, and course alignments; maintains classrooms, labs and the campus fish hatchery and related equipment in compliance with safety requirements and reports any lab equipment or infrastructure maintenance needs. Works with the dean and colleagues to improve student learning experiences.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Instructs students in a classroom, lab, online, field, or other setting as appropriate.  
2. Teaches a range of community college courses, which may include developmental, transfer, or career-technical courses.  

3. Creates a learning environment for students inclusive of diverse cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds. 

4. Collaborates with faculty and staff from other departments and divisions to promote communication, coordinate programs, and support student success.  

5. Prepares clear learning outcomes for each course and informs students of learning outcomes in a course syllabus.  

6. Participates in college service and activities outside direct instruction, such as registration, curriculum development, student advising, strategic planning, and educational assessment.  

7. Supports student recruitment, placement, and retention.  

8. Provides opportunities for course-related student interactions before or after class, virtually, in person, or through office hours where facilities and schedules permit. 

9. Teaches at least one evening section per year as needed.  

10. Keeps professionally current by participating in professional development and other activities; maintains current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation.  

11. Maintains active liaison with high schools, universities, business and industry, or external agencies, and assists the dean with program advisory committees as appropriate.  

12. Completes instructional duties, reports, and paperwork assigned by the dean in a timely manner.  

13. Attends division, department, and committee meetings and in-service programs. 

14. Ensures and emphasizes safe working and classroom conditions and practices. Provides for the safety of student and staff and the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate. Reports any lab equipment or infrastructure maintenance needs.

Additional Duties 

1. Assists during hatchery emergencies related to weather, equipment failure, etc., as needed. 
2. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, or other relevant field, with an emphasis in fish husbandry/aquaculture.
• Four (4) years of fish husbandry-related experience 
• Management experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered on a year for year basis at the college’s discretion

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in fisheries, or other relevant field, with an emphasis in fish husbandry/aquaculture OR a Master’s degree and 24 graduate credits in fisheries or related field with an emphasis in fish husbandry/aquaculture 
• College-level teaching experience, preferably at a community college 
• Experience utilizing high engagement instructional practices during instruction
• Experience incorporating cultural literacy principles into instruction 
• Experience working with state, federal, and tribal agencies
• Knowledge of open educational resources (OER) materials and experience utilizing OER materials in class.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in both a classroom/lab and field setting. 

This position may be eligible for remote work on a hybrid basis. Any remote work requires prior approval and must comply with MHCC Remote Work policies and administrative regulations. Remote work must be within the states of Oregon or Washington.

Mt. Hood Community College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes sick and personal business or emergency leave; medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance; optional short-term disability optional life, optional AD&D; retirement through Oregon PERS; tuition waiver plan and professional development funds; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). For more information about our benefits and wellness offerings, please visit our website here.