SCCCD
Health Information Technology Instructor (Full-Time, Tenure-Track) Fresno City C
SCCCD, Fresno, California, United States, 93650
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Health Information Technology Instructor (Full‑Time, Tenure‑Track) Location: Fresno City College Campus Start Date: 08/05/2026 Essential Functions
At Fresno City College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity‑minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps. An equity‑minded individual is a person who: Understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices; Reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility; Encourages positive race‑consciousness and embraces human difference; Supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments; and Strategically builds support for and participation in equity‑related initiatives across both our internal and external communities. Fresno City College seeks leaders who value placing the student at the center of everything we do, mentorship, and working in a collegial, collaborative environment. Leaders should be open and willing to participate in culturally relevant professional development that will help them prepare for the population of students who attend Fresno City College. Teaching Responsibilities
Providing instruction in Health Information Technology on the Fresno City College campus and/or at off‑site community campus locations, the instructor will be responsible for: Teaching courses in health information management as assigned, including medical coding and supporting theory courses, such as medical terminology, pathophysiology, health record data content, structure and standards; Teaching online, hybrid, or face‑to‑face classes; Supporting, mentoring and advising students, including scheduling sufficient weekly office hours on campus; Evaluating student learning to demonstrate the AHIMA Entry‑Level Competencies for Health Information Management (HIM) at the Associate Degree Level; Assisting in implementation and assessment of curriculum, program accreditation standards, and program goals; Participating in program review and student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning; Supporting, mentoring and advising students in a multi‑cultural setting with sensitivity to and awareness of the educational challenges faced by racially minoritized students; Attending faculty meetings and participating in campus committees; Coordinating advisory committee meetings and establishing relationships with the professional community; Maintaining continuous professional membership in the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the California Health Information Association (CHIA); Establishing and maintaining practicum settings and arranging student placement for professional practice experience; Collaborating with high schools offering dual enrollment HIT courses; Serving on and attending department, college, and district committees as needed; Participating in program review; student learning outcome development, and assessment to improve student learning; Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, on‑line or off‑campus, and large group instruction classes as needed, may include off‑campus instruction at local high schools for dual enrollment; Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122; and Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practice within the classroom. Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of full‑time equivalent professional experience; Associate degree and six (6) years of full‑time equivalent professional experience; A valid California Community College Credential; The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency). (Note: If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match exactly as stated above, you must petition for equivalency.) Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility; Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes; Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students; Related work and professional experience; Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, students with disabilities; Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high‑quality instruction and support to students; Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff; Master’s degree or candidate in progress in related field; Certification as Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPC‑H), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) preferred; Certificate for online teaching; At least one year teaching experience in an accredited health information technology program; Current knowledge of Evidence Based Decision Making; Current knowledge of Emerging Workforce Models; Certification as required by CAHIIM through professional preparation and experience, scholarship and/or teaching competencies and practice experience; Experience directing and managing program operations, including professional development of faculty, short term and long‑term planning, budgeting, and generating reports and data requests, including the Annual Program Assessment Report (APAR) for CAHIIM; Experience working with various instructional technologies; Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals. Conditions of Employment
Duty days per year: 178 (prorated based on start of assignment). Starting annual salary: $71,054 – $106,970 based on education and experience. Annual doctoral stipend: $2,419. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents, and life insurance. Employees are members of the California State Teacher’s Retirement System (CalSTRS). Selection Procedure
Applications will be screened by Human Resources for completeness and to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications and who have submitted all required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement will be reviewed by a selection advisory committee to determine who will be invited to interview. INTERVIEWS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AS FOLLOWS: FIRST LEVEL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD FINAL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD Selection committee will rate interview responses, teaching demonstration, and writing prompt (if applicable). Based on this rating, a small number of applicants will be selected as the “recommended candidates”. These candidates will be forwarded to the Vice President and College President for final interviews. A hiring recommendation will be made by the College President and forwarded to the Board of Trustees of State Center Community College District for final approval. EEO Statement
State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District’s purpose to support student success both locally and globally. SCCCD EEO Plan
For more information, contact the Academic Human Resources Office, 1171 Fulton St, Fresno, California, 93721, (559) 243‑7100. For information on Fresno City College or State Center Community College District, visit our website at www.scccd.edu. Please refer to Position No. FHIT‑INS (Slot #3313). Submission of application and related materials is the applicant’s responsibility and must be submitted through the district’s online applicant portal. The District reserves the right to re‑advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is deemed that the applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool or if funding is not available. All application materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for disqualification or discharge from employment. Mission
As California’s first community college, Fresno City College provides access to equity‑centered, quality, innovative educational programs, and support services. Committed to a culture of anti‑racism, we create dynamic communities of respect and inquiry which encourage student success and lifelong learning while fostering the sustainable economic, social, and cultural development of our students and region. Vision
Fresno City College aspires to build upon our equity‑centered mission and further our commitment to normalize a culture of racial equity and anti‑racism. As a community of educators and learners, we will use our individual and collective positions of influence, power, and privilege to foster a community of belonging, affirmation, and validation. We will courageously join as faculty, staff, and students in upholding our core values to transform lives in the Central Valley and beyond. Core Values
Equity‑Mindedness:
We call attention to patterns of inequity in student outcomes and take personal and institutional responsibility for the success of our students. We critically reassess our own practices, are race‑conscious, and aware of the social and historical context of exclusionary practices in American Higher Education. Social Justice:
We are focused on removing institutional barriers, taking responsibility for and mitigating systemic barriers. We are invested in validating our students’ lived experiences through examining qualitative and quantitative data which enhances our understanding of intersectionality. This builds a foundation of data‑driven solutions and responses to systemic issues. Sustainable Social and Economic Mobility:
We commit to breaking extractive, exploitative, and racist systems and practices. Servimos y empoderamos (we serve and empower) marginalized and racially‑minoritized individuals, communities, and histories. With invested community partners, we build programs which foster trans‑generational economic growth and prosperity. FCC Institutional Research Site
Open Date: 01/13/2026 Close Date: 03/03/2026 Closing Time: 11:59 PM Open Until Filled
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Health Information Technology Instructor (Full‑Time, Tenure‑Track) Location: Fresno City College Campus Start Date: 08/05/2026 Essential Functions
At Fresno City College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity‑minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps. An equity‑minded individual is a person who: Understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices; Reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility; Encourages positive race‑consciousness and embraces human difference; Supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments; and Strategically builds support for and participation in equity‑related initiatives across both our internal and external communities. Fresno City College seeks leaders who value placing the student at the center of everything we do, mentorship, and working in a collegial, collaborative environment. Leaders should be open and willing to participate in culturally relevant professional development that will help them prepare for the population of students who attend Fresno City College. Teaching Responsibilities
Providing instruction in Health Information Technology on the Fresno City College campus and/or at off‑site community campus locations, the instructor will be responsible for: Teaching courses in health information management as assigned, including medical coding and supporting theory courses, such as medical terminology, pathophysiology, health record data content, structure and standards; Teaching online, hybrid, or face‑to‑face classes; Supporting, mentoring and advising students, including scheduling sufficient weekly office hours on campus; Evaluating student learning to demonstrate the AHIMA Entry‑Level Competencies for Health Information Management (HIM) at the Associate Degree Level; Assisting in implementation and assessment of curriculum, program accreditation standards, and program goals; Participating in program review and student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning; Supporting, mentoring and advising students in a multi‑cultural setting with sensitivity to and awareness of the educational challenges faced by racially minoritized students; Attending faculty meetings and participating in campus committees; Coordinating advisory committee meetings and establishing relationships with the professional community; Maintaining continuous professional membership in the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the California Health Information Association (CHIA); Establishing and maintaining practicum settings and arranging student placement for professional practice experience; Collaborating with high schools offering dual enrollment HIT courses; Serving on and attending department, college, and district committees as needed; Participating in program review; student learning outcome development, and assessment to improve student learning; Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evening and/or weekends, on‑line or off‑campus, and large group instruction classes as needed, may include off‑campus instruction at local high schools for dual enrollment; Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122; and Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practice within the classroom. Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of full‑time equivalent professional experience; Associate degree and six (6) years of full‑time equivalent professional experience; A valid California Community College Credential; The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency). (Note: If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match exactly as stated above, you must petition for equivalency.) Desirable Qualifications
Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility; Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes; Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students; Related work and professional experience; Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, students with disabilities; Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high‑quality instruction and support to students; Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff; Master’s degree or candidate in progress in related field; Certification as Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPC‑H), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) preferred; Certificate for online teaching; At least one year teaching experience in an accredited health information technology program; Current knowledge of Evidence Based Decision Making; Current knowledge of Emerging Workforce Models; Certification as required by CAHIIM through professional preparation and experience, scholarship and/or teaching competencies and practice experience; Experience directing and managing program operations, including professional development of faculty, short term and long‑term planning, budgeting, and generating reports and data requests, including the Annual Program Assessment Report (APAR) for CAHIIM; Experience working with various instructional technologies; Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals. Conditions of Employment
Duty days per year: 178 (prorated based on start of assignment). Starting annual salary: $71,054 – $106,970 based on education and experience. Annual doctoral stipend: $2,419. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage for employee and dependents, and life insurance. Employees are members of the California State Teacher’s Retirement System (CalSTRS). Selection Procedure
Applications will be screened by Human Resources for completeness and to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications and who have submitted all required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement will be reviewed by a selection advisory committee to determine who will be invited to interview. INTERVIEWS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AS FOLLOWS: FIRST LEVEL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD FINAL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF TBD Selection committee will rate interview responses, teaching demonstration, and writing prompt (if applicable). Based on this rating, a small number of applicants will be selected as the “recommended candidates”. These candidates will be forwarded to the Vice President and College President for final interviews. A hiring recommendation will be made by the College President and forwarded to the Board of Trustees of State Center Community College District for final approval. EEO Statement
State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District’s purpose to support student success both locally and globally. SCCCD EEO Plan
For more information, contact the Academic Human Resources Office, 1171 Fulton St, Fresno, California, 93721, (559) 243‑7100. For information on Fresno City College or State Center Community College District, visit our website at www.scccd.edu. Please refer to Position No. FHIT‑INS (Slot #3313). Submission of application and related materials is the applicant’s responsibility and must be submitted through the district’s online applicant portal. The District reserves the right to re‑advertise or to delay indefinitely the filling of a position if it is deemed that the applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool or if funding is not available. All application materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for disqualification or discharge from employment. Mission
As California’s first community college, Fresno City College provides access to equity‑centered, quality, innovative educational programs, and support services. Committed to a culture of anti‑racism, we create dynamic communities of respect and inquiry which encourage student success and lifelong learning while fostering the sustainable economic, social, and cultural development of our students and region. Vision
Fresno City College aspires to build upon our equity‑centered mission and further our commitment to normalize a culture of racial equity and anti‑racism. As a community of educators and learners, we will use our individual and collective positions of influence, power, and privilege to foster a community of belonging, affirmation, and validation. We will courageously join as faculty, staff, and students in upholding our core values to transform lives in the Central Valley and beyond. Core Values
Equity‑Mindedness:
We call attention to patterns of inequity in student outcomes and take personal and institutional responsibility for the success of our students. We critically reassess our own practices, are race‑conscious, and aware of the social and historical context of exclusionary practices in American Higher Education. Social Justice:
We are focused on removing institutional barriers, taking responsibility for and mitigating systemic barriers. We are invested in validating our students’ lived experiences through examining qualitative and quantitative data which enhances our understanding of intersectionality. This builds a foundation of data‑driven solutions and responses to systemic issues. Sustainable Social and Economic Mobility:
We commit to breaking extractive, exploitative, and racist systems and practices. Servimos y empoderamos (we serve and empower) marginalized and racially‑minoritized individuals, communities, and histories. With invested community partners, we build programs which foster trans‑generational economic growth and prosperity. FCC Institutional Research Site
Open Date: 01/13/2026 Close Date: 03/03/2026 Closing Time: 11:59 PM Open Until Filled
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