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                             Political Science Tenure Track Faculty


 

SALARY: $88,536.91 - $89,988.74


 

LOCATION: Lynnwood, Washington


 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 20, 2026, 5PM PST

DESCRIPTION: Edmonds College is seeking a Department Title Tenure Track Faculty member. 

As a Political Science Faculty Member, you will be responsible for teaching and providing leadership in various Political Science courses, including, but not limited to: Introduction to Political Science, Political Theory, US Government, International Relations, Comparative Government, and State and Local Government.  In this role, you will be responsible for developing curriculum, preparing teaching materials, developing and assessing learning outcomes to evaluate student work, assigning grades, maintaining required records, academic advising, and consulting with students. Other responsibilities include: department head duties; participating in achieving the college’s mission and goals; upholding the college’s values; college governance via department and division work; committee assignments; required professional development and college in-service activities (including employee orientation and college compliance training); and personal and program evaluation. The teaching assignment may include early-morning, late-afternoon, evening, weekend, or online classes.  This is a tenure-track position reporting to the Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences and has an anticipated start date in September 2026; and will have a 9-month service period.

For information on how to apply, please see Application Procedures and Required Documents below. The application deadline is March 20, 2026, at 5 PM PST.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Expertise in the Field

Demonstrate subject matter expertise, technological competency, and utilization of evidence-based teaching practices that actively engage all students in the learning process, regardless of class modality. 

Cultural Competency

Demonstrated ability to create a learning environment that fosters student belonging and engagement by employing a curriculum that promotes cross-cultural connection and commitment to reflection, training, and collaboration to improve teaching.

Commitment to Access and Educational Success for All

Demonstrated experience providing access and educational success for all students.


 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's Degree in Political Science or equivalent 
  • Experience teaching Political Science at the college level  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ph.D. in Political Science or significant post-master’s coursework.
  • Ability to develop new courses that align with transfer curricula and college initiatives, including connecting with current college programs.
  • Demonstrated experience teaching across multiple modalities (in person, online, hybrid, and flex).
  • Demonstrated effective use of high-impact practices, particularly undergraduate research and/or service learning.
  • Demonstrated incorporation of methodological training (qualitative and quantitative) in ways that improve student transferability and employability.
  • Demonstrated forward-thinking approach to contemporary quantitative or qualitative tools, i.e., AI and programming languages such as R or Python) used in Social Science analysis, with an emphasis on student understanding rather than tool-specific training.
  • Demonstrated innovation in addressing critical thinking and analytical skills development

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

This is not a remote position; the successful candidate will be expected to be on campus. Work is typically performed in a classroom and office and can require standing or sitting for extended periods. Faculty members are required to use computers and other technologies in the work environment.

COMPENSATION:   

The salary is based on the current faculty salary schedule; placement is based on education. The current range is $88,536.91 - $89,988.74 annually for a 172-day appointment, with contractually guided increases to $107,394.12. The college provides an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and a retirement plan.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.
  • Criminal background check.  Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
  • For education and degrees completed outside of the United States, an independent evaluation approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) is needed before the hiring process will be completed. 
  • All new positions are contingent upon funding.
  • At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
  • Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

 APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

All applicants must apply online.  No paper submissions or emailed materials will be accepted.  Your online application must include the following to be complete:


 

  • Thorough responses to supplemental questions. 
  • Current résumé or Curriculum Vitae.
  • Names and contact information for three professional references (please include both an email and a phone number).
  • Unofficial Transcript(s) - Scan and attach them to your online application. 


 

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS - REQUIRED:

The following questions will help the committee gain insight into your teaching, learning, and service “mind.” The committee will review your responses in conjunction with your online application and your CV as part of the application screening process. Please answer each question in no more than 300 words per prompt; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" may be considered insufficient.


 

  • How have you incorporated high-impact practices - such as undergraduate research, service learning, or other active learning strategies - into your teaching across different modalities (in person, online, hybrid, and flex)? Provide specific examples of assignments and activities you have used, and discuss how you measure student outcomes and how you use that information to inform your own teaching.


 

  • The Political Science Department serves a student body with varying levels of preparation and diverse goals (transfer, workforce, fulfilling high school graduation requirements, and enrichment). How does your approach to teaching ensure access and educational success for all students?



 

Important, if this posting is on an external website other than www.edmonds.edu/hr or Edmonds College Job Opportunities  please follow one of these links to apply. Applying via an external webpage will not enter our application system.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: 

Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public state college. It focuses on academic excellence, student success, and engagement, which reflect the three aspects of its mission: Teaching | Learning | Community.  It serves about 18,000 students annually, including more than 800 international students from more than 55 countries. The college offers nearly 66 associate degrees and 111 professional certificates in 30 programs of study. Its highest enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit www.edmonds.edu. 

EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT: 

The college provides equal opportunity in education and in employment per state and federal law. The college prohibits discrimination against any person due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For questions about our nondiscrimination policy or gender equality and athletic teams, contact Kathy Smith (Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator/Investigator); Clearview Building, Room 122B; kathy.smith@edmonds.edu, 425.640.1814.

JEANNE CLERY STATEMENT:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of Edmonds College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, the College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Edmonds College’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.edmonds.edu/student-services/campus-safety-and-emergency-preparedness/clery-act/default.html.