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Member of the New Jersey Higher Education Recruitment Consortium

MCCC offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. Faculty assignments include classroom teaching, leadership in discipline and student advisement.

Mercer County Community College invites individuals who are committed above all else to student success, to apply for the following positions.

Submit resume with salary history, no later than the "application deadline" specified, to Mercer County Community College, Human Resources, PO Box B, Trenton, NJ 08690-1099; e-mail hr@mccc.edu; fax 609-570-3840. Please indicate Job Code. AA/EEO.  employment application

[updated Monday 7/01/08; next update (anticipated) Monday 7/07/08]

Full-Time Positions:
Part-time Positions:

Full-Time Positions:

Account Executive (Sales Professional) [Full-time] - Reports to the Director, Center for Training & Development and is responsible for initiating sales and implementing training programs, including the design, and delivery of customized funded and non-funded contract training. Must be able to initiate and close sales and analyze and interpret information regarding industry trends, sales and marketing strategies. The position is primary in developing and expanding customer base to meet sales quotas and track results. Bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of educational sales experience required. Compensation low to mid $50's, commensurate with experience. Application review will begin June 30, 2008 and continue until position is filled.
Job Code: EW - 060108.

Reference Systems Specialist [Full-time] - Serves as library Web Master and technical consultant in management of library Web application development and Web page authoring. Evaluates and manages electronic resources. Teaches bibliographic instruction and information literacy classes. Performs reference assistance for all library patrons. Must possess excellent analytical and customer service skills. Master's degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution required. At least two years experience preferred. Compensation low $40's, commensurate with experience. Position will remain open until filled.
Job Code: PP - 020308.

Systems Analyst/Programmer [Full-time] Repost - Requires a strong programming background to analyze requirements and code programs to maintain or enhance the colleges ERP system. Knowledge of higher education administrative systems and specifically financial systems a plus. Requires the ability to program in Natural. Bachelors degree required with one to three years of related experience. Compensation $50 - $60K, commensurate with education and experience. Position will remain open until filled.
Job Code: KH - 060108.

Administrative Specialist II [Full-time] - Primary administrative contact in Human Resources office, responding to staff needs and assisting with or coordinating daily office operations. Supports Human Resources staff with a variety of administrative duties such as maintaining employee information on databases and spreadsheets, preparing correspondence, and maintaining multiple calendars. The qualified candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills, expert computer skills, strong administrative skills and the ability to work with people of all levels while maintaining confidentiality. HS/GED with at least one year of office experience is required; Human Resources experience preferred. Compensation starting at $30,500 per annum. Closing date for resumes 7/25/08.
Job Code: EC - 062708.

Security Officer [Full-time] Multiple Positions - The Facilities, Security, Maintenance and Grounds Department seeks candidates to provide a welcoming and safe learning environment for students and staff by maintaining building security and general safety. Will model the College philosophy by using good judgment in all decisions and actions; identify and apply various techniques to control potential or actual incidents. Must possess a valid driver’s license as well have the ability to perform bike patrol. HS/GED required. Compensation mid $20’s. Positions will remain open until filled.
Job Code: MD/JR - 062008.

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Part-Time Positions:

Administrative Specialist [Part-time] MULTIPLE POSITIONS - Assists the Continuing Studies Program with registration, marketing projects and providing clerical/computer support for instructors and staff. The successful candidate will have good MS Word, Excel and Access skills and be able to learn additional computer programs; must also possess exceptional customer service, office communications, organizational and telephones skills as well as have the ability to work well under pressure. Position requires working occasional evening and Saturday hours. HS/GED with at least two years customer service experience required. Compensation starting at $9.75 per hour. Position will remain open until filled.
Job Code: RC - 052508.

Administrative Specialist [Part-time] [2 Positions] - The Registration and Student Records Department seeks individuals to fill an Administrative Specialist position. The person will register students and serve as a liaison to all degree seeking students, work closely with enrollment staff; maintain student records, both electronic and paper, while accurately processing information; and provide exceptional customer service in response to inquiries. Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all constituents of the College and work in a fast paced environment is essential. Qualified candidates will have a HS/GED with at least two years related experience. Compensation starting at $9.75 per hour. Position will remain open until filled.
Job Code: AC - 071507 and ACpt - 030908.

Laboratory Monitor [Part-time] Revised - Assists the James Kerney Campus MCCC library computer lab users with hardware and software questions. Troubleshoots basic computer and printer issues. Maintains lab sign-in sheets and enforces lab policies and procedures. Work hours are Monday - Friday, 11am - 2pm. Position requires HS diploma/GED, 1-3 months related experience and/or training or equivalent experience using Microsoft Office software. Customer service experience strongly preferred. Compensation starting at $7.15 per hour. Position will remain open until filled.
Job Code: PP - 052508.

Mentors [On-call] (Multiple Positions) - Tutors are responsible for assisting the teachers in the classroom and leading discussion groups with the protégés that they are assigned. They must be able to relate to people with diverse backgrounds with genuine openness. HS/GED and current enrollment in a college/university is required. Compensation starting at $7.15 per hour. Closing date for resumes 5/30/08.
Job Code: SD/WM - 051608.

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Customer Care - Food Service I [Part-time] - Conference Center at Mercer seeks a Food Service Worker I to assist with food preparations according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, and numbers of portions to be served as well as provides service for client and executive dining, as well as catered and special functions. Ideal candidate will have training in the culinary arts and possess excellent customer service skills. HS/GED required. Compensation starting at $8.00 per hour. Position will remain open until filled.
Job Code: FD - 011808.

Sous Chef [Part-time] - Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and other workers engaged in producing daily buffet and occasional á lá carte menus for the Corporate Conference Center. The successful candidate will ensure that methods of cooking, garnishing and sizing of portions are as prescribed as well as assume responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef. Ability to maintain excellent sanitation practices is essential. Knowledge of Excel/Access inventory systems, EMS Contact Management systems and Word Processing software is required. Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Compensation starting at $12.00 per hour. Position will remain open until filled.
Job Code: JC - 092107.

Tutors I, II, III, and IV [Part-time] [On-going Pooled Recruitment] - Provides remedial to advanced individual and small group tutoring to students in the Learning Center. Current areas of demand are Math, Physics and Engineering. Meets with students and assistant in improving academic achievement to clarify learning problems and work on study skills. Other assistance might include reviewing class material, discussing the text, predicting test questions, formulating ideas for papers, or working on solutions to problems. Tutoring is a supplement to teaching. Must have good interpersonal, customer service and communication skills. Hourly compensation commensurate with education; Tutor I - $7.15, Job Code: AST1 - 042807; Tutor II - $8.15, Job Code: AST2 - 042708; Tutor III - $9.15, Job Code AST3 - 042708; Tutor IV - $11.15; Job Code: AST4 - 042708. Positions will remain open through June 30, 2009.

Laboratory Assistant [Part-time] [On-going Recruitment] - Assist a faculty member teaching a course with a computer lab component with the conduct of lab class sessions. Must be familiar with lab equipment, software and applications. HS/GED required. Successful completion of the course (or a similar course) for which the lab assistant would be assigned, as evidenced by a grade of "B" or higher or successful completion of higher-level courses in the same discipline, is required or at least one year of related course work and/or work experience required. Additional related course work, work experience and/or certifications preferred. Compensation starting at $8.15 per hour. Position will remain open until filled.
Job Code: MMc - 120707.

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Examination Proctor [Part-time] [On-going Recruitment] - Receives, distributes and proctors exams by computerized testing system for the Academic Testing Center. Processes routing testing transactions and materials for students, faculty and staff. Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of/ability to use computer for data entry. HS/GED required. Compensation starting at $8.00 per hour. Positions will remain open until filled.
Job Code: LN - 082607.

Flight Instructors [Part-time] [On-going Recruitment] - The Aviation Department continuously seeks candidates to provide flight, simulator, and ground instruction in accordance with Mercer's Aviation Flight Technology program guidelines and FAA regulations and procedures. The incumbents must prepare schedules, maintain records, and ensure that course standards, training requirements and objectives are met by each student in each flight course. Must be a FAA Certified Flight Instructor with Airplane Single-Engine Land (CFI-ASEL) and Commercial and Instrument Rating. Also, must hold a current FAA Class I or Class II Medical Certificate. Compensation starting at $20.00 per hour. Positions will remain open until filled.
Job Code: DL - 092107.

Tutors I, II, III and IV [Part-time] [On-going Recruitment] - The Kerney Learning Center seeks Tutors who are responsible for providing direct and/or remedial educational support services for students in subjects. Meets with students and assistant in improving academic achievement to clarify learning problems and work on study skills. Other assistance might include reviewing class material, discussing the text, predicting test questions, formulating ideas for papers, or working on solutions to problems. Tutoring is a supplement to teaching. Must have good interpersonal, customer service and communication skills. Hourly compensation commensurate with education; Tutor I - $7.15; Tutor II - $8.15; Tutor III - $9.15; Tutor IV - $11.15. Positions will remain open until filled.
Job Code: JW - 072207.

Security Officers [Part-time] [On-going Recruitment] - Security Officers needed for all shifts at both the West Windsor and James Kerney Campuses. The successful candidates will patrol area offices, buildings, and grounds as assigned and provide written and verbal reports of incidents. A current driver's license and a HS/GED are required. Compensation starting at $10.00 per hour. Positions will remain open until filled.
Job Code: JR - 062407.

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Laboratory Monitor [Part-time] [On-going Recruitment] - Assists library computer lab users with hardware and software questions. Troubleshoots basic computer and printer issues. Maintains lab sign-in sheets and enforces lab policies and procedures. HS/GED required; customer service and Microsoft Office software experience strongly preferred. Positions will remain open until filled. Compensation starting at $7.15 per hour.
PP - 102906.

Customer Care - Food Service II [Part-time] [On-going Recruitment] - Conference Center at Mercer Seeks individuals to provide food production support of all menu items, maintain proper sanitation standards and procedures, and maintain storage areas and other food related duties. Ideal candidate will demonstrate good communication skills. HS/GED required. Positions will remain open until filled. Compensation starting at $9.20 per hour.
Job Code: JRFS - 090306.

Mentors [Part-time] [On-going Pooled Recruitment] - Provides support and assistance to students for the Learning Center to improve students' academic achievement by meeting with them to clarify learning problems and work on study skills. Must have good interpersonal, customer service and communication skills. HS/GED and a current matriculated college student with successful completion of courses in area of specialization with a minimum grade of 'B' required. Must have two letters of recommendation from faculty members. Compensation starting at $7.15 per hour. Positions will remain open until filled.
Job Code: ASm - 042708.

Lifeguard, I, II [Part-time] [On-going Recruitment] - Supervise swimming pool safety compliance and well-being of swimmers during assigned hours of operation. Must possess current Lifeguard Certification which includes C.P.R. and First Aid. Hourly compensation dependent upon experience; Lifeguard I - $9.00; Lifeguard II - $10.00 (at least two years experience required). Positions will remain open until filled.
Job Code: JS - 062207.

Athletic Facilities Site Manager [On-call] [On-going Recruitment] - Provides staff coverage for facility access to campus athletic facilities for external groups, associations and agencies for evening and weekend events. Flexible on-call hours to include mornings, evenings and weekends. Less than high school education; or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Compensation starting at $20.00 per hour. Positions will remain open until filled.
Job Code: JS - 062907.

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Faculty [Full-time]

Nursing Faculty [Full-time] MULTIPLE POSITIONS - Science and Health Professions seeks a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor of Nursing commencing Fall 2008. The successful candidate will teach clinical and/or didactic content primarily in the area of psychiatric nursing, medical-surgical nursing, and/or OB/pediatrics. The ability to teach in at least two of the above areas is preferred. Position requires alternate semester rotation from a day schedule to an evening/weekend schedule. Duties include designing and developing courses and related contributions to the vitality of instruction in the discipline; participating in college governance; otherwise contributing to the department, college, community and/or profession; and continuing professional growth. Current clinical competence and Master's degree in nursing required. Application review will begin July 11, 2008 and continue until position is filled.
When responding, please list Job Code: LMNUR - 062308.

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Adjunct Faculty
Most positions within our credit course program require a master's degree in related field and prior college teaching experience. In some fields, relevant experience may be substituted for a master's degree. Non-credit course positions require a bachelor's degree with experience in related topic and some teaching experience, unless specified. There is a critical need for adjuncts to teach during the day in both programs

The College is seeking individuals to teach in the following areas:
Credit Courses
Job Code Anticipated Courses
SHPbio-102807 BIOLOGY - Instructors sought to teach Anatomy and Physiology (knowledge of cat dissection a must). Master's degree in discipline or related field. Availability to teach day and evening labs and Saturdays at either campus. Contact Prof. Diane Hilker at hilkerd@mccc.edu
BUSeco-102807 ECONOMICS - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Dean McCormick at mccormma@mccc.edu
LAeng-102807 ENGLISH (COLLEGE LEVEL AND DEVELOPMENTAL) - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Laura Knight at knightl@mccc.edu or Jack Tabor at taborj@mccc.edu
SHPes-102807 EXERCISE SCIENCE - Master's degree in either Physical Education or Exercise Science. Critical need for daytime instructors. Contact Prof. Robert Pugh at pughr@mccc.edu
LAgeo-102807 GEOGRAPHY - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Prof. Craig Coenen at coenenc@mccc.edu or Prof. Padhraig Higgins at higginsp@mccc.edu
SHPhpe-102807 HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION - Master's degree in either Physical Education or Exercise Science. Critical need for daytime instructors. Contact Prof. Robert Pugh at pughr@mccc.edu
LAhis-102807 HISTORY - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Prof. Craig Coenen at coenenc@mccc.edu or Prof. Padhraig Higgins at higginsp@mccc.edu
LAL - 011108 LANGUAGES - Instructors in French, Chinese (Mandarin) and Spanish. Contact Dean Robin Schore at schorer@mccc.edu
LAmad-102807 MATH (DEVELOPMENTAL) - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Prof. Betty Peterson at petersob@mccc.edu
LAmal-102807 MATH FOR LIBERAL ARTS MAJORS - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Prof. Janine Termine at silvere@mccc.edu
SHPnur-102807 NURSING - Teaches maternity, medical-surgical or psychiatric; days, evening or weekends. Current clinical competence & MSN required. Contact Linda Martin at martinl@mccc.edu
LAphi - 060608 PHILOSOPHY - Faculty urgently needed to teach Introduction to Philosophy, Logic, and Moral Choices courses. Master's in discipline required. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Craig Coenen at coenenc@mccc.edu
Laps-102807 POLITICAL SCIENCE - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Prof. Craig Coenen at coenenc@mccc.edu or Prof. Padhraig Higgins at higginsp@mccc.edu
LApys-102807 PSYCHOLOGY - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Prof. Karen Bearce at bearcek@mccc.edu.
LArea-102807 READING - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Prof. Carol Friend at friendc@mccc.edu
LAsoc-102807 SOCIOLOGY - Master's degree in the discipline or related field. Prior college teaching experience preferred. Contact Prof. Denise Ingram at ingramd@mccc.edu
Non-credit Courses
Job Code Anticipated Courses
LS-120207 SWIM INSTRUCTORS - Swim Instructors needed for children's Saturday Swim Program. Compensation with WSI certification, $15; without WSI certification, $9. Contact Lorna Strang at strangl@mccc.edu

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Mercer County Community College salaries are competitive and the benefits package is exceptional. Submit resume to Mercer County Community College, Human Resources, P. O. Box B, Trenton, NJ 08690-1099; e-mail hr@mccc.edu or fax (609) 570-3840. Please indicate job code listed in opening. AA/EEO.

Ongoing Recruitment

MCCC maintains an active pool of candidates for part-time teaching positions. If you are interested, send a concise summary of your credentials and experience to one of the academic division administrators below. Your summary will be circulated, and you will be contacted for a full resume and interview if an appropriate part-time position becomes available.

Coaching positions: John Simone, Athletics Director

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Work Study Jobs

Students who qualify for the Federal Work Study Program may qualify for work study positions at the college. More information

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