Networking Technology Faculty

Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions.

The Computer Information Systems-Information Technology Department supports instructional foundations in computing areas most important in today’s workplace—including PC operating systems, common applications software, data communications and networking, database management systems, computer programming, and systems analysis and design. In addition to the many degrees the department supports, there are many certificates such as the Computer Programming and Software Development Proficiency Certificate, Network and Systems Administration Proficiency Certificate and the Cyber Security I Proficiency Certificate.

The Department of Computer Technologies invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Networking to begin Fall 2018.

• Provide instruction in classes involving Microsoft and Cisco related platforms and operating systems.

• Provide guidance for students enrolled in or interested in the certificate or degree programs.

• Implement or create labs and instruct students in the creation, performance and understanding of concepts related to course student learning outcomes in the following areas:
- Network attacks and virus characteristics.
-Network Cabling Media (BaseT, Cat5, Fiber, etc.)
-Network Protocols, Ports and Services (i.e., TCP/IP, TFTP, DNS, DHCP, ICMP, FTP, HTTP, HTTPS, SMTP an VoiP).
-Utilize network addressing (MAC, 1Pv4, 1Pv6).
-Configuration of File Servers, Proxy and Print Servers.
-Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel).
-Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance.
-Network Security concepts (IDS, IPS, SSH, Encryption, Steganography).
-Logical, Physical and Wireless Topologies.
-Network Design and Devices (i.e. DMZ, IDF, MDF, Demarc, Hubs, Switches, Routers, Bridges, etc.)
-Number Conversions (Decimal-Octet-Binary-Hexadecimal).
-OSI and TCP/IP Models.
-Utilize network utilities (i.e., Arp, net share, Hosname, Netstat, Nbtstat,Ping, tracert, etc.).

• Commitment to participating in the intellectual life of the department, and a willingness to participate in the life of the College through leadership in department and college-wide committees.

• Willingness to manage hardware and software used in class.

• Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values.

• Actively participate in the academic life of the College; including participation in graduation, recruitment events, general assemblies, student life activities and other cross functional teams.

• Create learning opportunities for students inside and outside of the classroom including opportunities to teach dual-enrollment high school students.

• Communicate effectively, share vision, focus on people, initiate positive change, value differences and foster collaboration. Work with and inspire others to achieve college, department, and individual success. Proactively identify/address problems.

• Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom.

• Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the College’s faculty, staff and students.

• Participation in continual assessment and course updates to ensure excellence in meeting program and student learning outcomes.

• Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention.

• Utilize innovative teaching strategies and technologies for online learning and other technology tools to meet the learning needs of a diverse student population.

• Maintain office hours to meet with students outside of the classroom and respond to questions or concerns.

• Commitment to professional learning and growth, student mentoring, and service to the profession.

• Remain current in the use of technology, developments within the field of discipline, and developments related to teaching and student success.

• Bachelor’s degree in Network Technology, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science or a closely related discipline (i.e., 18 or more credit hours in the prior listed disciplines).

• Any combination of the following certifications: MCSA, MCSE, MCITP, MTA, CCENT or CCNA with a current transcript on file with either Microsoft or Cisco.

• Two or more years of network technology experience with Routers, Switches and Servers and Computers.

• Two or more years of full or part-time teaching experience in the field of computer and network technology at the high-school, career training school, college or university level.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Interested persons should complete an online application.

• Cover letter of interest and CV/resume REQUIRED.

• Name and contact information for three (3) references REQUIRED.

Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law

Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.