Interior Design Assistant Professor

Salary: $55,957.82 - $105,605.51 Annually Location : Sacramento, CA 95841 Job Type: Faculty - 10-Month (164) Job Number: REQ01530 College: American River College Department: ARC Fine and Applied Arts Opening Date: 02/06/2026 Closing Date: 3/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: LRCFT Faculty Track: Tenure Track Beginning (on or about): 08/20/2026 Hours per Week: To Be Determined Campus Website: https://arc.losrios.edu/about-us/mission-vision-and-values Work Schedule: To be determined. The assignment may include day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or off-campus classes/hours. Additional Salary Information: Initial salary within a given range varies, depending upon units/degrees completed at accredited institutions and experience. Candidates not holding the minimum degree requirement may start at a salary lower than posted. Please see Position Summary for additional information. Position Summary The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member. About the Program: American River College is seeking a full-time faculty member in Interior Design to teach lecture and lab courses within the Interior Design (IDES) program. The position carries a standard full-time teaching load of approximately 1.0 FTE per semester and includes responsibilities in instruction, curriculum development, student advising, and shared governance. The program emphasizes culturally responsive and equity-minded teaching practices, ongoing development and revision of Interior Design curriculum, and collaborative work with colleagues on department, college, and district initiatives and committees. Faculty are encouraged to create and teach assignments and course activities that reflect industry standards and best practices for the workplace. The IDES program is aligned with current industry practices and professional standards in interior design, including standards advanced through professional organizations such as the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), and comparable professional associations. The program also reflects current practices, processes, and technologies used in the field. Technologies used by the IDES program include industry-standard interior design software to support instruction and student skill development, such as Autodesk's Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor and SketchUp. This position also integrates American River College's Strategic Goals into curriculum, instruction, and program development, with particular attention to equity, access, and student completion. Faculty contribute to an inclusive learning environment and serve a diverse community college student population with varied backgrounds, identities, and learning abilities. American River College seeks employees who:Have demonstrated work or professional experience related to equity and inclusionEngage in self-reflection and continuous improvement in cultural competenceFulfill the professional responsibilities of their positionRegard all students as equally capable and worthy of our care, time, and energy Position Salary Information: Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract(the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 8). For more information on the step placement process, please click here Typical Duties The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:IDES 300 - Fundamentals of Interior DesignIDES 310 - History of Interior Architecture & Furnishings IIDES 312 - History of Interior Architecture & Furnishings IIIDES 334 - Interior Environment & Space PlanningIDES 350 - Codes and Universal Access for Interior DesignIDES 351 - Codes and Universal Access Lab To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus: Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher AND Two (2) years of professional experience OR An associate degree AND Six (6) years of professional experience OR the equivalent*. Note: Professional experience must be directly related to the assignment being taught.All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by August 20, 2026. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment. * See Application Instructions Application Instructions Before You Apply:Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified. Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit the followingLos Rios Community College District ApplicationLetter of InterestResume or Curriculum VitaeUnofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements)(if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)(see Supplemental Questions) Minimum Qualification Requirements: Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word). If the degree title differs, or if it contains added, missing, or rearranged words, applicants must submit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See the webpage for details.Example: If a master's in Psychology is required but the transcript lists Counseling Psychology and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submitted.Previously granted equivalencies must be attached for verification. Email hr-recruitment@losrios.edu for a replacement copy. Transcript Requirements: Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institutions or approved foreign evaluation agency.Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the webpage for details.Transcripts must clearly identify the degree(s) being used to meet the Minimum Qualifications.If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g., a bachelor's and a master's), transcripts for each degree must be includedTranscripts must show the degree title and indicate whether each degree is completed or in progress.If the degree is in progress, the application must state, the month and year the degree is expected to be attained. Supplemental Questionnaire Requirements:Download and complete the Supplemental Questionnaire under Required Application Documents above, or copy and paste the URL from the application's Supplemental Questions section into your browser. After uploading all other required documents, upload the completed questionnaire as a Supplemental Attachment. Additional Instructions: Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.Applications stating "see resume" will be disqualified.Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified. Los Rios Community College District offers competitive salaries and a very comprehensive employee benefits package to include medical insurance, CalSTRS retirement, and opportunities for additional insurance and financial investments. To learn more about the benefits available to you click the link below. 01 Fall 2026 Cluster Hiring Supplemental Questionnaire: American River College (ARC) is committed to equity and social justice through equity-minded education, transformative leadership, and community engagement. ARC seeks to recruit and retain a diverse community of scholars who will serve as role models for our student body and who have a demonstrated commitment to the academic success and well-being of our students, especially those from historically underrepresented or under-served backgrounds. The Cluster Hiring process at American River College includes two (2) supplemental questions in addition to the equity question on the main application. Failure to complete this portion of the recruitment process will result in disqualification.Please respond to the supplemental questionnaire by copying the link below to a browser, download the supplemental questionnaire document, provide your responses, and upload the final document to your application in the attachments section. In the attachment section, after you have uploaded all required documents, click 'Add Supplemental Attachment', choose attachment type 'Supplemental Question', and upload your Supplemental Questionnaire document.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qsCY3dgog2lIgScXlnNxSZTXFqJVisfk/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=106409573158109724286&rtpof=true&sd=true Yes, I have completed AND uploaded the supplemental questionnaire. No, I have not uploaded the supplemental questionnaire. 02 Faculty Minimum Qualifications Questionnaire:Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the faculty position by selecting the option that best describes your qualifications.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher AND two (2) years of professional experience; OR an associate degree AND six (6) years of professional experience OR the equivalent*.*Equivalency:If you do not match the Minimum Qualifications above exactly, to be considered for this position, you must request an equivalency review. To request equivalency, upload your Equivalency Review Request Form to your application.Read more: https://losrios.edu/community/jobs-at-los-rios/prospective-faculty-resources/equivalency-determination-process My degree title matches the Minimum Qualifications exactly. I have attached my transcripts and do not need to request equivalency. My degree title is closely related to the Minimum Qualifications degree title. I am requesting equivalency and have attached my transcripts and Equivalency Review Request Form. My degree title differs from the Minimum Qualifications degree title. I believe I meet equivalency, I am requesting equivalency and have attached my transcripts and Equivalency Review Request Form. My degree title differs from the Minimum Qualifications degree title, and I am not requesting equivalency. 03 Minimum Qualification Verification AgreementI understand that if selected for hire, I will be required to submit official transcripts, licenses/certificates, and verification of qualifying work experience, as applicable. Yes, I understand and agree. No, I do not agree. Required Question