Sociology Faculty

Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) is an open-door, comprehensive higher education institution committed to excellence in teaching and learning.  ARCC has campuses in both Cambridge and Coon Rapids, Minnesota.

The aligned institutions of Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College (ATC) are members of Minnesota State.  With over 100 degree, certificate, and transfer programs across three campuses, ARCC and ATC have served the citizens of the Twin Cities and East Central Minnesota since 1965.  Annually, the two colleges (three campuses) serve more than 16,000 learners of all ages and ethnicities as they pursue associate degrees that transfer as the first two years of a bachelor’s degree, or technical and certificate programs that lead immediately to rewarding careers.

We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment.  We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning.  Our goal is to strive for inclusive excellence in our commitment to preparing all students and employees for success.  Our commitment to inclusive excellence seeks to extend beyond academic offerings to meet diverse student interests as well as regional and economic needs.

Our college prides itself in our support for students’ holistic needs.  We have many students who are first-generation students, students with disabilities, veteran students, post-traditional students, and students who identify as LGBTQIA.  The student population at ARCC is composed of 0.4% American Indian/Alaska Native, 7% Asian, 11.5% Black or African American, 5.7% Hispanic of any race, 0.1% Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander, 70.1% White, and 4.7% multiracial and 24.8% post-traditional students. We are committed to creating a vibrant and diverse community of employees composed of first-generation students, employees with disabilities, veterans, and employees who identify as LGBTQIA. Our employee population consists of 15% Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC). 

 For more information about our college, please visit our website at http://www.anokaramsey.edu.

POSITION PURPOSE

Anoka-Ramsey Community College is seeking an unlimited, full-time Sociology faculty member.  The primary responsibilities include teaching a variety of sociology course offerings.  Candidates should be available and willing to teach courses at a variety of times and/or delivery models such as day, evening, and online.  All faculty members are expected to participate in and lead departmental meetings and initiatives, and college-wide committees.  Continual professional development is also expected.  The Sociology department values collegiality and collaboration as part of its commitment to teaching and learning and seeks candidates with strong interpersonal skills.  This position may teach courses associated with both the Cambridge and Coon Rapids campuses of Anoka-Ramsey, but the primary teaching responsibilities will be through the Cambridge campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 Education Requirement:

 Master's degree with a major in Sociology or a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in Sociology.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A philosophy of teaching that successfully integrates data-driven, student-centered learning techniques to create an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student population.
• Graduate coursework in multiple areas of sociology, including theory and research methodology.
• Demonstrated commitment towards building a more culturally and racially diverse community – and experience with, or a strong interest in, utilizing strategies to teach controversial/challenging material.
• Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students, colleagues, and others – and a commitment to engaging in department and college communities.
• Experience teaching sociology college courses within the last three years and demonstrated interest or experience in teaching criminology-related courses.

SALARY & BENEFITS

 Full-time faculty salaries are based on an evaluation of education and related experience after a job offer has been accepted and currently range from $47,035-$84,192.  Full-time faculty work 171 days during a nine-month academic year and receive excellent benefits including health insurance, life insurance, dental insurance, short and long-term disability, paid personal and sick leave, retirement savings plans, tuition waiver for employees and dependents, professional development funds, along with many optional benefit programs.