Merced College
Professor of Economics
Salary: $72,387.00 - $96,951.00 Annually
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 20251138
Closing: 1/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Merced College, CA
Department: Business Department
The Merced College Rising Scholars program serves currently incarcerated students at two State Institutions—Valley State Prison and Central California Women’s Facility—as well as Juvenile Hall and the United States Federal Penitentiary (Atwater). We seek a socially conscious, equity‑minded individual to teach in this rapidly growing program. The successful candidate will bring a passion for this marginalized student population and must pass a background check with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. This position seeks to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts programmatically and institutionally. The primary teaching assignment will be in prisons, with additional courses on the main campus or online as needed.
Mission Merced College Mission: At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.
Vision
Degree/Certificate Programs
Transfer
Career Technical Education
Workforce Training
Lifelong Learning
Basic Skills
Community Engagement
Salary Schedule * Position's initial maximum salary placement is $96,951* All successful candidates with doctorates will receive both the two‑step placement and the doctoral stipend.
General Description This is a full‑time, tenure‑track position in the Business Department under the general direction of the dean of instruction. The professor will teach a variety of courses within the Economics program. The standard teaching load is 15 units per semester, which may include evening and variable hours. The primary teaching assignment will include teaching within our Rising Scholars Prison Education program, online classes, dual enrollment classes, and in‑person classes on the Merced Campus.
Examples of Duties
Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g., grades and syllabi)
Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations
Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods
Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
Participate in the development and review of curriculum
Participate in the development of teaching‑learning methods and materials
Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes
Typical Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Master's in economics OR
Bachelor's in economics AND Master's in business, business administration, business management, business education, finance or political science OR the equivalent
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
Supplemental Information How to Apply
Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages.
Required Documentation
Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
Resume
Legible, unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired
List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
Diversity Statement: The Merced College District has a diverse staff and student population. As such, applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the community at large. Please describe how your professional experience would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Please do not include any personally identifying information. Limit your response to one (1) page.
If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization
If applicable, equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency)
Interview Information Applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to participate in onsite oral interviews conducted by a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be selected to move forward to the interview stage. Interviews tentatively scheduled the week of January 26, 2026.
Employee Benefits Health benefits for the employee and all eligible dependents cost employee’s only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more. Please visit the Merced College Benefits website for more details. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.
Condition of Employment The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.
Equal Opportunity Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Apply To apply, visit the Merced College career pages.
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Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 20251138
Closing: 1/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Merced College, CA
Department: Business Department
The Merced College Rising Scholars program serves currently incarcerated students at two State Institutions—Valley State Prison and Central California Women’s Facility—as well as Juvenile Hall and the United States Federal Penitentiary (Atwater). We seek a socially conscious, equity‑minded individual to teach in this rapidly growing program. The successful candidate will bring a passion for this marginalized student population and must pass a background check with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. This position seeks to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts programmatically and institutionally. The primary teaching assignment will be in prisons, with additional courses on the main campus or online as needed.
Mission Merced College Mission: At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.
Vision
Degree/Certificate Programs
Transfer
Career Technical Education
Workforce Training
Lifelong Learning
Basic Skills
Community Engagement
Salary Schedule * Position's initial maximum salary placement is $96,951* All successful candidates with doctorates will receive both the two‑step placement and the doctoral stipend.
General Description This is a full‑time, tenure‑track position in the Business Department under the general direction of the dean of instruction. The professor will teach a variety of courses within the Economics program. The standard teaching load is 15 units per semester, which may include evening and variable hours. The primary teaching assignment will include teaching within our Rising Scholars Prison Education program, online classes, dual enrollment classes, and in‑person classes on the Merced Campus.
Examples of Duties
Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g., grades and syllabi)
Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations
Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods
Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
Participate in the development and review of curriculum
Participate in the development of teaching‑learning methods and materials
Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes
Typical Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Master's in economics OR
Bachelor's in economics AND Master's in business, business administration, business management, business education, finance or political science OR the equivalent
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
Supplemental Information How to Apply
Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages.
Required Documentation
Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
Resume
Legible, unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired
List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
Diversity Statement: The Merced College District has a diverse staff and student population. As such, applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the community at large. Please describe how your professional experience would contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Please do not include any personally identifying information. Limit your response to one (1) page.
If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization
If applicable, equivalency Review Form (Required for applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency)
Interview Information Applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to participate in onsite oral interviews conducted by a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be selected to move forward to the interview stage. Interviews tentatively scheduled the week of January 26, 2026.
Employee Benefits Health benefits for the employee and all eligible dependents cost employee’s only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more. Please visit the Merced College Benefits website for more details. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.
Condition of Employment The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.
Equal Opportunity Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Apply To apply, visit the Merced College career pages.
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