Coastline College (CC) is seeking a full-time, equity-minded, tenure track faculty member in Accounting commencing with the Fall 2025 semester. The primary teaching assignment involves all areas of Accounting & Taxation.

This assignment includes curriculum and program development, facilitation of student support services, and participation in college committees and participatory governance activities. This assignment also involves multi-disciplinary collaboration with faculty and staff and assumption of leadership roles in the department and the College. As faculty, the position will require ongoing professional development in keeping up with subject matter expertise.

Teaching responsibilities may be assigned during the day, evening, or weekend, fully onsite, online, hybrid, and/or off-campus and is subject to change as needed. Certain courses in the Accounting program are primarily taught at Coastline’s Garden Grove campus. Travel between campuses in Orange County, CA (Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Newport Beach, and Westminster) will sometimes be required. Demonstrated online teaching experience is preferred, but not required. In addition to teaching, job requirements include service to the institution, development of industry, non-profit, inter-departmental, and government partnerships, enhancement of workforce development and career pathways, and to play an active role in outreach to K-12, home schools, and adult education schools. Opportunities may exist for summer and winter intersession teaching for additional pay. The probationary instructor will teach various assignments depending on expertise and department need.

Coastline College serves approximately 18,000 students, awards over 2,000 degrees and certificates, and transfers over 2,000 students to four-year institutions annually. Coastline College offers two-year associate degrees and certificates. As a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI), Coastline College reflects the dynamic diversity of the region.

We are looking for candidates who have the desire and ability to cultivate a welcoming student-centered culture that positively engages and impacts our diverse student population through the promotion of diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, accessibility, and anti-racism (DEISAA). At Coastline College we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that includes every race, religion, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, veterans, sexual orientation, and people with varied abilities. Coastline College is seeking applications from candidates whose professional experience and service advance anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, and justice in career education fields, and contributes to the College's mission and vision.

We are committed to achieving equally high outcomes for all students. Successful candidates will share our vision and will work with us to help all students, regardless of background and level of preparation, achieve their educational goals. We welcome candidates whose experiences have facilitated their understanding of traditionally underrepresented racial minority communities.
The Accounting Department shares Coastline College’s commitment to equitable outcomes; inclusive practices; and racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity. Ideal candidates for this position share Coastline College’s devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative student, employee, and community populations. Student-centered activities that support Coastline College’s mission include campus-wide student success projects funded by the Office of Student Equity; partnerships with local Hispanic Serving four-year institutions; active programs that work to improve the academic achievement of racially minoritized students groups such as UMOJA, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) and Disabled Student Program and Services (DSPS).

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide instruction in Accounting, Taxation, and applicable software in accordance with established course outlines such as: QuickBooks, Excel, & TaxslayerPro.
• Provide leadership in the development and revision of the Accounting curriculum responsive to the students served.
• Participate in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation; participate in and develop programs to measure student performance.
• Attain yearly VITA certifications including Site Coordinator as deemed necessary by the Accounting Department to coach, teach, and provide leadership of Coastline’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance courses. VITA Site may be onsite, virtual or hybrid. Yearly participation in this program is essential.
• Remain current in all subject matter areas, particularly those related to commercial accounting software, updated tax law, new accounting standards, and in techniques of effective and relevant instruction.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Fulfill the professional responsibilities of a full-time faculty member including, but not limited to the following: teach all scheduled classes unless excused under provisions of Board Policy; follow the department course outlines and regular and substantive interaction (RSI) guidelines for online courses; keep accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and progress; submit student grades according to established deadlines; post and maintain scheduled office hours; participate in departmental meetings and college and/or district-wide activities and committees as assigned.
• The assignment may include day, evening, weekend, fully onsite, hybrid, dual enrollment, and online sections.
• Teach 15 Lecture Hour Equivalents (LHE) per semester of assigned courses in accordance with course outlines of record and syllabi.
• The successful candidate shall infuse equity minded and culturally-responsive practices into their above duties when applicable.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

• Must meet one of the following qualifications under (1) through (4) and demonstrated evidence of DEISAA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Social Justice, Anti-racism and Accessibility):

• Valid California Community College Instructor credential, appropriate to the subject, per Education Code 87355 (issued prior to July 1, 1990); OR
• Master’s degree in accounting or business administration with an accounting concentration; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in business with accounting emphasis or business administration with accounting emphasis or economics with an accounting emphasis AND master’s in business, business administration, business education, economics, taxation, or finance; (NOTE: A bachelor’s degree in accountancy or business administration with accounting concentration, with a CPA license is an alternative qualification for this discipline.) OR
• Possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to the above. Candidates making an application on the basis of equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required materials. Please see "Additional Information" below to determine if you need to submit an Application for Equivalency.

AND

• Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, ethnic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Willingness to examine and re-mediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom/course practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students.
• Evidence of an ability to self-reflect and respond to an evidence-based assessment of student learning.
• Desire and demonstrated ability to participate actively in the department, division, and college committees and in the shared governance of Coast Community College District.
• Desire and evidence of an ability to take on leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole.
• Ability to work with computers and use the Internet and interactive technologies to engage students in on-campus and online courses (where academically appropriate).
• Evidence of an ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Current industry certification(s) in Accounting/ Tax disciplines (active or inactive) (e.g. CPA, CMA, CIA, CFE, EA, VITA, CTEC etc.).
• Current or past involvement with accounting and taxation events such as site coordination, Meet the Firms, conferences, or other outreach activities.
• Ability to complement existing staff, student, and community demographics in terms of professional and personal skills.

Note: (DEISAA - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Social Justice, Anti-racism and Accessibility)
The Coast Community College District (Orange Coast College, Golden West College, and Coastline College) continue to strengthen our efforts around diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. The Coast Community College District is focused on creating a culture of inclusive excellence by uplifting employees and students through an environment that is equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible. We have a strong commitment to DEISAA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Social Justice, Anti-racism and Accessibility) and will be actively listening, assessing, and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application, recruitment, and interview process.

Conditions of Employment

(Fall 2025) For a full-time, 2-semester, tenure-track position a maximum starting range of $66,899 to $114,054 is offered, based on the 2024-2025 salary schedule of $66,899 to $159,488. In addition, an annual stipend of $3,902 is offered for possession of an earned doctorate from an accredited institution.

Additional Information

To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet at

Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail, and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).

A complete application packet includes:

• A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
• Responses to Supplemental Questions. Please provide clear and detailed responses, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your résumé, put "see résumé" or "N/A", or leave blank.
• A Cover Letter that explains why you are an excellent candidate for this position. (upload as a separate attachment, no longer than one (1) page; PFD recommended)
• A professionally written current Résumé or Curriculum Vitae of professional experience, educational background, and teaching experience. (upload as a separate attachment; PDF recommended)
• Equivalency Request Form and supporting documentation, if applicable. (uploaded as separate attachments; PDF recommended)

How to determine if you need Equivalency? Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements as stated in the job posting, but feel they have a combination of education and experience that would be equivalent to the State Minimum Qualifications, must attach a completed Application for Equivalency Form (Download PDF reader). This form must be included as an attachment to their online application, along with supporting documents, in addition to all other required materials.
SELECTION PROCEDURE

• All online applications received by the application deadline will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
• Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate application materials for each desired position.
• Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications who are also deemed to possess the highest committee evaluation of preferred qualifications and who have responded to the supplemental questions will be invited to an interview.
• If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidate's own expense.
• During the interview, candidates may be asked to conduct a short teaching demonstration/presentation on a previously announced topic as well as participate in a writing exercise, or hands-on practical.
• Consideration will also be given to factors in addition to education and experience, including but not limited to professional development, ability to work with others, and commitment to meet student needs.
• The search committee will rate the candidate's responses to the interview questions, the demonstration/presentation, and the applicable writing exercises and/or hands-on practicals. Based on this rating, a number of candidates will be recommended to move forward and will be invited for a second-level interview.
• The hiring manager will conduct reference checks on the final candidate. The district reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interviews.
• The campus President will make the final recommendation for employment to the Board of Trustees.
• The successful candidate will be offered the position and placed on the current salary schedule based on their education and experience.
• The start date will be determined by the hiring manager depending on the needs of the campus and the conditions of employment as posted in the job announcement/recruitment.
• Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by email. All applicants are requested to provide an email address in their online application. Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the College's recommendation for employment.
• The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position, or delay filling this position based on the needs of the District and the student population we serve.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing equity and inclusion goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit “official” transcripts after employment offer.
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Provide a valid COVID-19 Vaccination card or Vaccination Exemption.
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; AND
• Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
We know that the health of our employees and their families is a priority. That's why we offer extensive health care benefits to benefits-eligible employees. We offer the District's PPO plan as well as two HMO's, United Health Care and Kaiser Permanente. We also provide District-paid dental and vision insurance.

Benefits are available to regular permanent employees working 20 or more hours per week. Benefits are not available to temporary or short term employees.

District-paid Life Insurance
The District provides Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance benefits, underwritten by ING. This District-paid benefit is equal to one time your annual salary and remains in effect until age 70.

District-paid Disability Benefits
Coast provides both short and long term disability benefits for eligible employees unable to work because of disability due to illness, injury, or maternity.

Voluntary Plans
A variety of voluntary plans are offered through the District to benefits-eligible employees such as Long Term Care, Hyatt Legal, and Section 125 compliant flexible spending accounts.

Enrich Your Profession
Professional Development Programs
The District offers a variety of Professional Development programs for faculty and classified staff that encompasses all types of facilitated learning opportunities, ranging from college degrees to formal coursework and conferences. We encourage lifelong learning that maintains and improves professional competencies, enhances career progression, and keeps our employees on the cutting edge of their profession.

Sabbatical Leaves
Faculty members are encouraged to pursue professional growth leading to the development of increased competence and the improvement of instruction and/or redirection in their current teaching discipline. The District's sabbatical leave program is designed to assist in this pursuit and is available on a semester basis after completing six consecutive years of service.

Academic Senate
The Academic Senate is the governing body at each of our colleges for making recommendations to administration and to our Board of Trustees with respect to academic and professional matters. The Senate consists of elected faculty and has the responsibility for matters related to curriculum and general academic policy.

Time to Refuel
Vacation
Classified, contract staff earn vacation days commensurate with years of service. Classified Management and Administrators earn 22 days vacation per year.

Sick Leave
All contract employees earn sick leave as outlined in the CA Education Code. Sick leave may be carried over from year-to-year and, upon retirement, unused sick leave may contribute to your PERS and STRS retiree benefit.

Holidays
The District observes 21 paid holidays per year.

Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military Leave
Coast grants contract employees called to jury duty a leave of absence, without loss of pay, for the entire length of required service. Other available leaves include bereavement from 3-5 days and military leaves of absence in accordance with applicable state laws.

Great Expectations
Pension Plans
The District participates in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for contract employees. Non-contract employees participate in Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) plan for the first 1,000 hours of their employment.
Additionally, it is the policy of the Coast Community College District that contract employees who retire from the District with ten or more years of service be afforded the same group insurance benefits until 70 years of age. A Medicare Supplement or GAP plan  is available to retirees and their spouses after age 70.

Annuities
The District maintains a program whereby qualified employees may request through Payroll to have a portion of his or her salary deposited under a tax sheltered annuity plan or an approved deferred compensation plan.

Schools First Federal Credit Union
The Schools First Federal Credit Union is a federally insured, full service, financial cooperative that is a not-for-profit organization. Earnings are used to benefit all members to provide a full range of financial services and offerings.