Full-Time History Faculty Opening at Lamar Community College, Colorado 2025

Lamar Community College (LCC), located in Lamar, Colorado, is seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual for a full-time, 9-month History Faculty position starting August 1, 2025. This opportunity is designed for professionals passionate about student success, academic excellence, and community engagement.

Organization Profile

Lamar Community College is a federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution committed to enriching lives through learning. Located in southeastern Colorado, LCC serves Prowers, Baca, Kiowa, and Cheyenne counties, while attracting students from across the country. As one of the 13 institutions in the Colorado Community College System (CCCS), LCC offers quality academic programs, small class sizes, and a strong community spirit.

Job Title:

• History Faculty Position – Full-Time
• Employment Type: 9-Month Contract | Faculty Teaching Position
• Department Hiring: LCC Academic Services
• Location: Lamar, Colorado, USA
• Salary Range: $42,000 – $44,000 annually (dependent on qualifications)

Position Description:

This position involves providing instruction, program leadership, and curriculum development in History, Social Studies Licensure, and general education. The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching general education survey courses in U.S. History, World History, and Geography.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach introductory and survey-level history courses (U.S., World, and related)
• Contribute to curriculum development and evaluation
• Maintain office hours and provide student advising
• Use effective, student-centered teaching strategies
• Participate in faculty meetings, college committees, and campus activities
• Assist with new student orientation and professional development activities
• Uphold all policies of LCC and CCCS, including FERPA and mandatory reporting
• Flexibility to teach day, evening, weekend, and off-campus courses

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in History OR Master’s in another field with 18 graduate credits in History or related areas
• Willingness to teach various subjects and work flexible hours
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in History with teaching experience at the college level
• Familiarity with the community college student demographic
• Experience using diverse instructional methods
• Commitment to equity and working with diverse student populations
• Ability to lead and follow through with academic projects

Job Classification Details:

• Job Type: Faculty – Full-time, 9-month contract
• Job Number: 302270
• Opening Date: May 16, 2025
• FLSA Status: Exempt (not eligible for overtime)
• Appointment Type: Not part of the classified state personnel system
• Work Authorization: Open to Colorado residents and non-residents

Benefits:

Lamar Community College offers:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous leave and holiday benefits
• Retirement benefits through the Colorado PERA system

How to Apply:

All applications must be submitted online. A complete application includes:

• Cover Letter
• Current Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire)
• List of Three Professional References One recent supervisor
• One recent co-worker
• One additional reference

Submit documents and inquiries to: Tara Silvey, Director of Human Resources Lamar Community College 2401 South Main Street, Lamar, CO 81052 Phone: 719-336-1572 Email: Tara.Silvey@lamarcc.edu

Start Date: August 1, 2025 Application Deadline: Open until filled

Additional Information:

• Proof of U.S. work eligibility required within three days of hire
• Participation in E-Verify is mandatory
• Direct deposit is required for payroll
• Criminal background check required
• Official transcripts must be submitted within 14 days of hire
• Former CCCS employees must disclose prior employment details

About Our Campus:

Lamar Community College supports an inclusive, respectful campus culture. We are committed to nondiscrimination and accessibility in accordance with ADA, CADA, and other applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations for disability or pregnancy-related conditions are available upon request.

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