Open until filled. Priority consideration for applications received by July 1, 2026.
Founded in 1961, Highline College was the first community college to be established in King County and is one of 34 community and technical colleges. More than 350,000 alumni have graduated from Highline over the years. Nestled between Seattle and Tacoma, we are located on the traditional village sites of the Muckleshoot, Puyallup and many other Coast Salish tribes.
HC welcomes faculty with a commitment to excellence in teaching and the success of all students. HC faculty value self-reflective practice and continued professional growth. We strive to cultivate a welcoming and supportive learning environment for all our students.
Highline prioritizes access for all students, staff, and faculty, which is evident in our Mission, Vision, and Values. We are proud Highline strives to improve access to Education for our student community. Those who come to our college bring unique personal experiences, beliefs, and perspectives and make us better. We strive to provide and highlight resources to support our students, staff, and faculty by fostering an equal opportunity focused workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Highline offers a unique variety of affinity groups for which all faculty are welcome to join.
We honor and value the dignity of all individuals and encourage all qualified individuals of all cultural backgrounds to apply.
Highline College offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance through the Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB), along with retirement benefits through TIAA and the Department of Retirement Systems. Additionally, we offer ample paid time off, as well as hybrid work and we value work-life balance.
Highline College is a comprehensive community college providing certificates, associate’s and bachelor’s degrees in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, and Adult Basic Education.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Highline College (HC) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Lecturer faculty position in Biology.
This position is also eligible for a legislature funded High-Demand stipend issued on a quarterly basis. Currently, the stipend amount is approximately $2,700.
The Life, Ocean and General Sciences Department works as a team to empower our diverse student community to achieve their educational goals through innovative instruction, curriculum, placement, and support. For more information on the position, department or college, contact the Division Chair for Pure and Applied Sciences, Cait Cramer at
[email protected] or (206) 592-4132.
This position is expected to begin in Fall Quarter, September 2026.ABOUT THE PHYSICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT:
The Life, Oceans and General Sciences Department comprises seven full-time faculty plus several adjunct faculty. Key academic programs include preparation for biology majors, health professionals, and general science students. Highline is also home to the Marine Science and Technology center (MaST), a waterfront marine lab and aquarium that supports a strong marine science program. For more information on the position, department or college, contact the Division Chair for Pure and Applied Sciences, Eric Baer at [email protected] or (206) 592-3513.
HIGHLINE COLLEGE OFFERS:
Robust support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship;
A friendly, supportive, and highly engaged work environment;
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Excellent benefits including competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs. Additional information on benefits can be found athttps://fortress.wa.gov/hca/pebbhealthplan/compare.aspx;
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Support for continued professional growth, including conference funding, internal curriculum development grants, annual professional development events, and established community partnerships.
All Highline College faculty have the opportunity to engage labor issues and collectively bargain through the Highline College Education Association, a faculty union affiliated with the Washington Education Association.
We welcome applications from outside of Washington State. Applicants invited to an on-campus interview may be eligible for a stipend to help offset the cost of travel.
Application Process
To be considered for this position, applicants must include the following items in their application package:
Cover Letter: Letter of formal application that addresses how your experience and education qualify you to perform the professional responsibilities listed above-
Supplemental Question: Highline College is committed to improving the success of all students and closing gaps. We believe that critical self-reflection is a key element in this process. Please attach a statement (approximately 500 to 700 words) describing how you have integrated elements of evidence-based teaching methods to support equitable and inclusive classrooms. Effective responses will demonstrate awareness of your positionality as an instructor, knowledge of students or others with whom you've worked, and examples of strategies you have used.
Curriculum Vitae: Detailed curriculum vitae (resume) of all relevant educational and professional experience, including a listing of courses taught. Be sure your resume demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications.
Transcripts: Unofficial copies of all college and university transcripts that include degree received and confer date. International transcripts MUST include a foreign transcript evaluation by an approved credential evaluation service: https://www.naces.org/members. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for your application;
References: A list of four current professional references with name, relationship to candidate, address, email address, and telephone number. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted in lieu of a list of professional references. References should not include immediate family members.
All correspondence regarding your application status will be sent to the email address associated with your NeoGov account. Please make sure to check your spam folder periodically, in the case of an incorrect delivery.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
A standard 170-day contract is written annually for the period of September to June. This position is exempt from the overtime pay requirements of The Fair Labor Standards Act.
This is a union-represented position subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Prior to employment, the candidate must complete a sexual misconduct declaration form, and pass a sexual misconduct check.
If hired you will be required to provide proof that you are either 1) a U.S. citizen, or 2) a resident whose status permits you to lawfully work in this country.
Completion of academic degree(s) will be verified through receipt of official transcripts at the time of hire.
Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates, and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/highline
NEED APPLICATION HELP?
Should you have any difficulties uploading your documents or navigating the application process, please contact NEOGOV Technical Support at 1-855-524-5627, Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Pacific Time.
HIGHLINE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Highline College is an equal-opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects all cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants needing accommodations in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (206) 592-3812. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.
