Veterinary Technology Instructor (DVM) at Minnesota… · Rosemount

VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR (DVM) Location: Rosemount ALL JOB POSTINGS WILL CLOSE AT 12:01 A.M. CT ON THE SPECIFIED CLOSING DATE (IF DESIGNATED). Working Title: Veterinary Technology Instructor (DVM) Institution: Dakota County Technical College Classification Title: Tech College Faculty Bargaining Unit / Union: 210: Minnesota State College Faculty City: Rosemount FLSA: Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Part time Employment Condition: Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term) Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Complete Application Requirement — Please Read Before Applying To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete application. Applications missing required documents will be marked incomplete and will not advance to review. Your complete application must include: • Current Resume (Required): Must list employment dates (month and year) for each position and indicate average hours worked per week. • Transcript (Required): Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial review purposes; however, official transcripts must be provided at the time of hire • Cover Letter (Optional): Encouraged if you wish to highlight your interest and qualifications Job Description Dakota County Technical College seeks a temporary, part-time Veterinary Technology Instructor to serve as the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) faculty for the Veterinary Technology Program. The instructor will demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and a desire to contribute to a creative, vibrant, student-centered learning community. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to interdisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives. Faculty members at Dakota County Technical College are professionally active practitioners and scholars who participate in departmental and campus-wide activities to enhance their disciplines, promote interdisciplinary discourse and collaboration, and advance the college mission. The college is committed to reflecting a diversity of perspectives and backgrounds among its administrators, faculty, and staff. This temporary, part-time assignment includes teaching VET 2131: Veterinary Surgical Nursing & Dentistry during the 2026–2027 academic year. The teaching load is anticipated to be 9 credits per term in both the fall and spring semesters. The assignment start date is August 24, 2026. Instruction will be delivered in person at Dakota County Technical College, with scheduled class times on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In addition to instructional responsibilities, faculty may be asked to support Animal Care Duty (ACD) shifts outside of scheduled teaching hours. These shifts may occur on various days, Monday through Sunday, and typically range from 2 to 4 hours in duration. Responsibilities include: • Teach Veterinary Technology curriculum, including lecture, laboratory, clinical, and hands-on instructional activities related to veterinary surgical nursing and dentistry. • Provide instruction in areas such as surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, sterile technique, patient care, dental procedures, dental charting, instrumentation, radiography support, post-operative care, and related veterinary nursing competencies. • Prepare students to meet program outcomes and expectations for safe, ethical, and professional practice in veterinary medical settings. • Promote safety in all aspects of program activities, including animal handling, laboratory instruction, surgical and dental procedures, equipment use, and clinical learning environments. • Support student learning through instructional planning, curriculum development, student evaluation, timely feedback, and maintenance of accurate student records. • Prepare and manage classroom, laboratory, surgical, dental, and animal care learning environments. • Work effectively as a member of the Veterinary Technology department and collaborate with faculty, staff, program leadership, and external partners as appropriate. • Maintain professional skills, credentials, and current knowledge of veterinary medical practice, surgical nursing, dentistry, anesthesia, animal care, and veterinary technician education. • Participate in professional development experiences and college or program activities as assigned. • Support departmental operations related to teaching and learning, including student advising, assessment of student learning, program accreditation support, and continuous improvement activities as appropriate for the assignment. Find out more about the Veterinary Technology program here: https://www.dctc.edu/academics/programs-majors/health-education/veterinary-technician/ Salary Range: • Faculty assigned less than 5 credits: Per credit rate of $775 - $1650. • Faculty assigned 5 or more credits total: $43,067 - $96,601 Annually (Based upon 1.0 FTE of 32 credits per years. Pay will be prorated, based upon credit load). Salary placement is determined on the basis of education and experience and in accordance with the 2025 - 2027 MSCF Contract, and conducted by the Minnesota State System Office. Initial placement is limited to the step range permitted for new faculty under the MSCF salary schedule. Minimum Qualifications Education Requirement • Associate degree in veterinary technology from an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited program or doctorate in veterinary medicine. Occupational Experience Requirement • Three full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in veterinary medicine or technology. Recency Requirement • One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years. Professional Requirement • Current Minnesota certification as a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or current Minnesota license as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.). Other Requirements • Current Minnesota license as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.), required to serve as DVM faculty for the Veterinary Technology Program. Preferred Qualification  • Higher education teaching experience with diverse student populations in veterinary or animal health programs. • Clinical expertise in veterinary surgical nursing, dentistry, anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, laboratory procedures, and patient care. • Experience supervising students in hands-on laboratory, clinical, surgical, dental, or live animal settings. • Skilled in using technology and online tools to support instruction and enhance learning. • Ability to design and deliver student-centered, active, and experiential learning experiences. • Experience integrating cross-cultural, interdisciplinary perspectives and assessing student learning outcomes. • Knowledge of curriculum development, accreditation standards, program assessment, and continuous improvement. • Strong commitment to animal welfare, student safety, professional ethics, and preparing students for entry-level veterinary technician roles. Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) • Instructional hours are scheduled Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., in person. • Faculty may also be asked to support Animal Care Duty (ACD) shifts outside of scheduled instructional hours. These shifts may occur on various days, Monday–Sunday, and typically range from 2–4 hours in duration. Telework (Yes/No) No. Internal Applicants All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub.  Employees may also search for “Browse Jobs – Employees” in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions. External Applicants Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State Contact If you have questions about this position or are in need of a reasonable accommodation during this search process, please contact Human Resources at hr@dctc.edu or at 651-423-8411. If you experience any issues while submitting your application or creating an account please contact careers@minnstate.edu for assistance. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement     We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. About Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) is focused on outstanding education for employment that emphasizes hands-on learning, serving students with a wide variety of diploma and degree programs. Many graduates enter the workforce right away, while others continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges or universities. DCTC is also a leader in noncredit and customized training, working with businesses to improve the skills of their employees. DCTC serves the local community by enhancing economic prosperity for students, their families, and regional businesses. DCTC is aligned with Inver Hills Community College. Located nine miles apart, Inver Hills offers a broad range of liberal arts and professional programs that complement programs at DCTC. Both Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employers offering support for veteran and military employees and students. In accordance with the Clery Act, prospective employees may review the Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports for Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College at https://www.inverhills.edu/about/departments/security/security-reports/ and https://www.dctc.edu/support-services/campus-security/security-reports-clery-act/. Benefits Information: At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.   To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements. Desired Start Date: 08-24-2026 Position End Date: 05-17-2027 Open Date: 06-12-2026 Close Date: 06-30-2026 Posting Contact Name: Julia Glenn Posting Contact Email: julia.glenn@inverhills.edu