Job description

Waco, TX

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.

****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****

START DATE: Fall 2026

LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES:

Communication: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This is a full-time position. Instruct courses in Veterinary Technology and assist in clinical/practicum supervision. Supervise, and evaluate students in clinical experiences. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: student advising, maintaining office hours, maintaining program supplies and equipment, participating in college committees, promoting and supporting extra-curricular activities, participating in professional development, and working across departments to develop student communication, computation, and problem solving skills; may include evening, weekend, off-campus, and television/internet courses; must be able to travel to clinical facilities. Faculty are expected to accept courses as assigned including face-to-face and non-traditional venues, such as evening, weekend, dual credit, blended, and/or online courses. This position reports to the Program Director of Veterinary Technology and exercises no supervision. NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science or related field; graduate from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program

Experience: A minimum of three years’ experience as a licensed veterinary technician in a small animal or mixed practice

Special Requirement: Hold and maintain current veterinary technician licensure in the State of Texas, or is credentialed in another state and in good standing in that state. Must become licensed in the State of Texas within 24 months of employment with the college

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master’s degree in Biomedical Science, Animal Science, or related field

Experience: College level teaching and course development experience in the laboratory sciences. Extensive experience in the handling and treatment of small animals. Exotics (such as rats/mice/pocket pets) as well as food animal and/or equine experience is beneficial

SELECTION CRITERIA:

The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:

Knowledge of: 1. Subject matter; 2. Professional development planning; 3. Trends in teaching/learning theory as it applies to Veterinary Technology; 4. Pertinent Federal, State rules and regulations; 5. OSHA requirements as they relate to Veterinary medicine; 6. Computer as a tool for instruction and administration; 7. ADA standards as they apply to instruction; Skills in: 8. The performance of clinical/treatment activities expected of a licensed veterinary technician in a veterinary practice; Ability to: 9. Maintain office hours; 10. Advise students; 11. Teach at the postsecondary level; 12. Use technology in support of instruction; 13. Evaluate student performance; 14. Promote and support extra-curricular activities; 15. Work across departments to develop student communication, computation and problem solving; 16. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; 17. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; 18. Use the computer as an instructional tool as well as administratively.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Restricted-Sustained posture, for prolonged periods; light lifting, some walking, pushing, pulling on a regular basis. Work environment-Minimal hazard/exposure: Standard office setting. Exposure to a variety of animals in the lab/clinical setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

BENEFITS:

Health Insurance, retirement plan, sick leave, holidays, and personal leave. Eligible employees and dependents may take college courses tuition free. Participation in Medicare Part A, but not Social Security (FICA).

How to apply

Interested and qualified applicants should submit application materials to: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mclennan. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in a teaching demonstration. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify. Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (See Selection Criteria)
• Copies of College Transcripts

MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. https://www.mclennan.edu/employees/procedure-manual/docs/F/FA-II.pdf