Professor of Economics

Posting Number : F-026-2025

Posting Title :

Professor of Economics

Division : Business

Department :

Business Administration

FTE : 1.00

Term : 10 Months / Year

Salary :

Initial placement $87,818 - $131,058

Health & Welfare :

• Mt. San Antonio College offers a competitive and excellent benefits package, providing medical, dental, and vision benefits to eligible employees and their dependents. Lifetime supplemental medical benefits are also available for eligible retirees.
• The College contributes up to $29,032.40 toward family annual premiums for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. Lifetime retirement benefits are provided to eligible retirees. The District participates in the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS) retirement programs, and National Benefits Services (NBS).
• Note : The District does not cover Medicare expenses. Please visit the Mt. San Antonio College Benefits Website for further information. Salary and Health & Welfare Benefits are subject to change based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Open Date : 12 / 19 / 2025

Initial Screening Date :

03 / 03 / 2026

Open Until Filled : :

Yes

District Rights :

We reserve the right to re-open, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Application Requirements :

First Review of Applications : Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; however, applications submitted by 11 : 59 p.m. (PT) on the above listed Initial Screening Date are assured consideration.

Applicants must submit all of the following materials online, unless otherwise noted, at the Mt. SAC Employment Website to be considered for this position :

1. A Mt. San Antonio College online application.

2. A cover letter describing how the applicant meets the required education and experience.

3. A detailed résumé that summarizes educational preparation and professional experience for the position.

4. All candidates, including current or former employees of the college, are required to show evidence of the awarded / conferred degree from the issuing college / university, and this evidence must be submitted with the online application to demonstrate that the required educational qualifications are met. Unofficial transcripts or a copy of the diploma are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts will be requested if an offer of employment is made.

Special Note to Applicants :

To be guaranteed consideration, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received before the initial screening date and time indicated on the job posting. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. All application materials will become College Property, will not be returned, and will not be copied. Please visit the Mt. SAC Employment Website to complete and submit your application for this position.

A confirmation number will be assigned when your application packet indicates the supplemental questions have been answered and a document has been attached to each required link. Assistance with the online application process is available through Human Resources at 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399. Human Resources telephone # : (909)274-4225. Human Resources e-mail : employment@mtsac.edu .

Do Not include photographs or personal information (e.g. DOB, place of birth, etc.) on your application or supporting documents.

Long Distance Travel for Interviews : If you are selected to participate in an interview and attendance will require you to travel in excess of 150 miles from your residence, please contact the Human Resources Technician listed on the interview invitation to discuss accommodation and / or travel reimbursement .

Foreign Transcripts : :

Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the filing deadline. Accredited evaluation agencies can be found on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Website .

Selection Procedure : :

A committee will evaluate applications taking into account breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Interviews may include a writing sample, presentation, teaching demonstration, and / or performance test. The committee will recommend finalists to the President / CEO and / or Vice President of Instruction or Student Services for a second interview. The number of vacancies is dependent on student enrollment, College resources and needs, and Board of Trustees’ approval. The starting date will be determined following Board approval and receipt of live scan clearance.

Position Overview :

The Business Administration Department is an interdisciplinary department that includes the Paralegal, Business Law, Economics, and Real Estate disciplines. The department has more than 30 faculty members and offers around 80 classes each semester. The Business Administration Department values equity, diversity, and inclusion as central to our commitment to student success and to cultivating a diverse and inclusive academic community. Our department strives to create inclusive learning and working environments where all individuals feel respected, supported, and empowered to achieve academic and professional success.

Teach Economics (BUSC) courses such as but not limited to :

Major Duties & Responsibilities :

Required Qualifications :

A. The minimum of one of the following awarded / conferred from a regionally accredited institution :

AND

B. Commitment to the community college goals / objectives of providing quality programs and services for students with diverse abilities and interests; personal qualities to work effectively and sensitively in a multicultural environment; awareness and commitment to the special needs of non-traditional students.

Preferred Quals Summary :

Licenses and Other Requirements :

The incumbent may periodically be required to travel to a variety of locations. If operating a vehicle, employees must have the ability to secure and maintain a valid California driver’s license.

Physical Abilities : Ability to :

Equivalencies :

Candidates not holding the stated required qualifications who are requesting consideration based on an equivalency will be asked to complete the equivalency-related questions included in the application as well as provide transcripts from the appropriate college / university.

Unofficial transcripts will be accepted for the purpose of determining equivalency. However, a diploma will not be accepted for this purpose.

Conditions of Employment :

The person holding this position is required to be present on Mt. San Antonio College’s campus to perform all essential duties and responsibilities.

This is a full-time, tenure-track , 10-month contract position that begins in the 2026-27 academic year. Placement on the salary schedule is based on formal education, full-time and / or part-time teaching, and directly related work experience, up to a maximum placement at step 9. The direct relationship of experience will be determined by the District. Per Appendix A.4.i of the faculty collective bargaining agreement, the District shall, at the time of initial salary schedule placement, determine whether the newly employed professor shall be placed on the Academic or Vocational salary track.

Official offers of employment are made by Mt. San Antonio College Human Resources and are made contingent upon Board approval. It is also required that a final offer of employment will only be made after the candidate has successfully been live scanned and clearance for employment is authorized by Human Resources. Costs for live scan services shall be borne by the candidate.

Notice to all prospective employees – The person holding this position is considered :

As required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Mt. San Antonio Community College Annual Security Report is available here : Mt. SAC Annual Security Report .

Mission & Vision Statement :

Our Mission : The mission of Mt. San Antonio College is to support all students in achieving their educational goals in an environment of academic excellence. Specifically, the College is committed to providing quality education, services, and workforce training so that students become productive members of a diverse, sustainable, global society. The College pledges to prepare students for lifelong learning through the mastery of basic skills, the achievement of associate degrees and certificates, and the completion of career and transfer pathways. The College will carry out this commitment by providing an engaging and supportive teaching and learning environment for students of diverse origins, experiences, needs, abilities, and goals. The College is dedicated to serving our community through improving economic achievement, advancing civic engagement, enhancing personal well-being, promoting critical thinking, and enriching aesthetic and cultural experiences.

Our Vision : Mt. San Antonio College strives to be regarded as one of the premier community colleges in the nation. We will be viewed as a leader in community college teaching, programs, and services. As a premier community college, we will provide access to quality educational programs and services, focusing on student success within a climate of integrity and respect. We will earn this reputation by consistently exceeding the expectations of our students, our staff, and our community.

Mt. San Antonio College Mission and Goals

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy :

We value diversity in all aspects of the human condition. We pursue equity by reevaluating how we empower each person to achieve their success.

The College is an equal-opportunity employer. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from ethnic and racial minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and Vietnam-era veterans. No person shall be denied employment because of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex (gender), age, sexual orientation, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics.

The District works to create an inclusive environment that provides a safe haven for international students, veterans, re-entry students, LGBTQIA+ students, and students of various learning styles regardless of citizenship status.

We are committed to hiring Faculty who understand how cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence, fosters cultural, racial, and human understanding, and provides positive role models for all students.

2023-26 Equal Employment Opportunity Plan

Demographics :

We recruit and retain quality employees who are reflective of our students and the community we serve, in addition to providing all personnel with equity and diversity training.

The District is a proud Chicanx / Latinx, and Hispanic-Serving Institution, Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and Minority Serving Institution, serving over 80,705 students based on the 2024-2025 academic year.

The student population is as follows :

The current employee population is as follows :

Conflict of Interest :

Mt. San Antonio College employees and the Board of Trustees members shall not engage in any employment or activity that is inconsistent with, incompatible with, or in conflict with Mt. San Antonio College’s Administrative Procedures (AP 2710 Conflict of Interest, AP 2712 Conflict of Interest Codes).

Inquiries / Contact :

Human Resources

1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399

Phone : (909) 274-4225

E-mail : employment@mtsac.edu