Join our Team at Portland Community College

Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington.

Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu.

Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.

Our Program and Who We Are Looking For

Portland Community College | Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT)

Are you a seasoned aircraft mechanic ready to hang up the wrenches and start shaping the future of flight? Portland Community College is seeking a passionate Aviation Maintenance Instructor to join our faculty.

This isn't just a teaching job; it’s a mentorship role where your "lived experience" becomes the blueprint for the next generation of FAA-certified technicians. Help our diverse student body earn their Associate of Applied Science degree and master the skills needed to ace their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.

The Best Schedule in the Industry

Forget the 24/7 grind of hangar shifts and AOG emergencies. We offer a work-life balance that industry jobs simply can't match:

• Academic Year Schedule:  Minimum 7-month teaching contract with the opportunity for increased compensation for additional teaching assignments. 
• Summers Flexibility: Enjoy your summers for travel, personal projects, or industry consulting and much needed family time...
• Comprehensive Benefits: Generous health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a robust retirement package through the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Your Role: Training the Next Generation

As a faculty member, you will bridge the gap between textbook theory and hangar reality. You will teach a dynamic combination of:

• General Subjects: Aircraft Hardware, Materials and Processes, Regulations, Ground handling and Servicing—basic knowledge that serves as a base for later subjects.
• Airframe Structures: From sheet metal to composites, bolts, nuts, and rivets to rigging, balancing, and painting—these are the skills needed to build, inspect, and repair aircraft.
• Airframe Systems: Masterminding the "body" of the aircraft—Electricity, A/C & Pressurization, Hydraulics, Landing Gear, Communication, Navigation, and Auto flight.
• Powerplant Systems: Going under the cowling—Reciprocating and Turbine Engines, Ignition, Starting, Lubrication, Engine Air, and Exhaust systems.

What We’re Looking For

We aren't just looking for a technician; we’re looking for a collaborative leader.

• Industry Expert: You bring a deep background in aviation maintenance and a desire to share your "lessons learned."
• Inclusive Educator: You are committed to student success and can build authentic connections with students from all walks of life.
• Mentor Mindset: You are eager to use your industry perspective to increase workplace readiness for our graduates.

Join the PCC Community

At Portland Community College, we believe in delivering quality education through inclusive training environments. If you are ready to use your expertise to empower a diverse culture of future mechanics, we want to hear from you.

Note:  As part of your application to be considered for this Instructor position, we will ask you to respond to this important question:

In what ways do, or would, your lived experiences shape your culturally- responsive teaching?   Please give examples.

Regarding Academic Credentials at PCC 

These positions are included in the bargaining agreement between Portland Community College and the Portland Community College Faculty Federation Employees.

Instructors shall have earned required academic credentials at a regionally accredited US institution or a foreign institution having the equivalent of regional accreditation.

Instructors with credentials from other countries will have their transcripts evaluated by agencies that have good standing with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services to establish fulfillment of this standard. (for more information see: (https://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/faculty-information/)

For more information on PCC's General Instructor Qualifications Policy I301 visit: (http://catalog.pcc.edu/handbook/i301-instructorqualifications/)

Why You'll Love Working Here

The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative and inspiring campus community
• Opportunities for learning and professional development

Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.

Total Rewards Package / What We Offer

There is never a dull moment at PCC. We offer more than just a competitive salary. When you join our team at PCC you'll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs
• Oregon PERS contribution - PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP
• Tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement
• PCC provides a tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions
• Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events
• Conference and events rental space - Employees receive 50% off when on-campus for personal events
• Generous Paid Leave - as determined by our collective bargaining agreement (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees) -

Faculty and Academic Professional Agreement

Paid Leave:

• 1 day of sick leave for every 18 days worked (~10 days per year)
• 4 paid holidays (which occur during the terms you are teaching)
• PCC Winter Break (when College is closed)
• 21 hours of personal leave per year

More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email PCCBenefits@pcc.edu if you have any questions

Note:  As part of your application to be considered for this Instructor position, we will ask you to respond to this important question:

In what ways do, or would, your lived experiences shape your culturally- responsive teaching?   Please give examples.

Regarding Academic Credentials at PCC 

These positions are included in the bargaining agreement between Portland Community College and the Portland Community College Faculty Federation Employees.

Instructors shall have earned required academic credentials at a regionally accredited US institution or a foreign institution having the equivalent of regional accreditation.

Instructors with credentials from other countries will have their transcripts evaluated by agencies that have good standing with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services to establish fulfillment of this standard. (for more information see

http://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/faculty-information.html)

For more information on PCC's General Instructor Qualifications Policy I301 visit:

http://catalog.pcc.edu/handbook/i301-instructorqualifications/

Why You'll Love Working Here

The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative and inspiring campus community

• Opportunities for learning and professional development

Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.

Total Rewards Package / What We Offer

There is never a dull moment at PCC. We offer more than just a competitive salary. When you join our team at PCC you'll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs

• Oregon PERS contribution - PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP

• Tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement

• PCC provides a tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions

• Free access to the sport centers / campus gymnasiums, performing arts, and cultural events

• Conference and events rental space - Employees receive 50% off when on-campus for personal events

• Generous Paid Leave - as determined by our collective bargaining agreement (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees) -

  Faculty and Academic Professional Agreement

Paid Leave:

• 1 day of sick leave for every 18 days worked (~10 days per year)

• 4 paid holidays (which occur during the terms you are teaching)

• PCC Winter Break (when College is closed)

• 21 hours of personal leave per year

More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email PCCBenefits@pcc.edu if you have any questions.

How We Determine Initial Salary Placement

These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position. Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications/Instructor Qualifications

To be considered, your application must demonstrate these minimum qualifications. (Experience is calculated based on the start and end dates you provide multiplied by the number of hours per week worked).

• Current FAA Mechanic Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings AND
• Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology or other related technical service field, AND a minimum of five (5) years’ experience with both the Airframe and Powerplant mechanic certificate ratings as indicated by 14 CFR Part 65.83;

OR

• At least eight (8) years’ experience with both the Airframe and Powerplant mechanic certificate rating as indicated by 14 CFR Part 65.83 (could include a combination of experience as an A&P mechanic, A&P mechanic lead/supervisor, and/or mechanic training instructor).

OR

• A combination consisting of 2 years’ experience minimum with both Airframe and Powerplant mechanic certificate ratings, AND 5 years of military aircraft maintenance experience functioning in a similar capacity as a civilian certificated aircraft mechanic, AND Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology or other related technical service field.

*Part time Instructors: An AMT Instructor presenting a certificate with a single rating will be limited to teaching only the subject material related to that rating. The above AMT Instructor education and experience requirements still apply appropriately to the single rating.

In your application material, please clearly address your experience with the following Success Criteria, as well as the Instructor Qualifications.

• Current knowledge of aviation maintenance technical skills, with recent aviation industry experience exercising the privileges of the Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Experience teaching or training, and developing curriculum or learning materials, in an academic environment or workplace instructional role
• Demonstrates or explains how one would develop curriculum and deliver instruction in response to differences in individual experiences
• Demonstrated strong communication skills in both verbal and written formats
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective and contributing member of a team
• Demonstrated proficiency using 21st century teaching technologies, including presentation and instructional software applications, and common courseware design programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Inspection Authorization

Initial Salary Placement will be between Step 1 ($73,911) and Step 3 ($78,408) based on related experience, per PCC's collective bargaining agreement. Placement at a higher step may be possible based upon additional experience and internal equity. The highest step of the range is step 17, ($118,558) Please review the salary schedule here.

Apply today to help the next generation of aviation professionals take flight!

Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment

Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214

• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College’s (PCC) most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety website. The ASR contains current security and safety-related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.

PCC Employment Offers are Contingent Upon the Successful Completion of a Criminal Background Check

Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.

Contact PCC at pccjobs@pcc.edu if you have questions