Peninsula College is an innovative, learning-centered community college focused on student success. Located on the picturesque Olympic Peninsula of Washington State, we are committed to putting teaching and learning at the forefront of all that we do. We work closely with our local communities to ensure that our core themes of education, opportunity, and enrichment are available to all.
Peninsula College Guiding Principles
- The teaching/learning process is at the center of the mission of Peninsula College.
- Members of the campus community will treat each other with mutual respect and dignity.
- Members of the campus community will be open and honest in their communications.
- Members of the campus community shall promote a positive work environment and avoid adversarial relationships.
- Each member of the campus community shall act ethically and with integrity.
- The campus will engage in collaborative decision-making processes.
If you share these values, we encourage you to consider employment with Peninsula College.
Current Open Positions
- eLearning Administrator (Full-Time Exempt)
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Open Date: September 20, 2024
Close Date: October 20, 2024
Anticipated Start Date: November 1, 2024
Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $73,000.00 - $78,000.00
POSITION SUMMARY
The Peninsula College eLearning Administrator provides system administration for the College’s online learning management system, Canvas, as well as other educational technologies supported by the Center for Equity, Teaching & Learning (CETL). This position is in person, at the main campus of Peninsula College, and reports to the Dean, CETL under the Office of Instruction. The eLearning Administrator often collaborates with IT and the CETL to provide educational technology training and technical support for faculty, staff, and students.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Platform Administration: Administers the learning management system (LMS) and other eLearning educational technologies:
Manages the local applicated, tests and troubleshoots the LMS – ctcLink integration. Coordinates with the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges to troubleshoot complex issues as needed.- Tests interfaces between the LMS and related application integrations with other systems in both preproduction and live production environments.
- Administers, configures, maintains, modifies, tests, operates, and troubleshoots other eLearning educational technologies including:
- Panopto
- Ally
- CIDILabs DesignPlus and UDOIT
- Turnitin
- Facilitates faculty requests to integrate at least 3 brands of publisher learning management systems and courseware materials into the LMS each quarter.
- Planning and Integration: Monitors emerging technology tools and how they are being implemented in academic settings; and vet requests for integration of third-party tools with the LMS for Section 508 and FERPA compliance; manage and support the integration of campus-approved third-party tools in the LMS.
- Participates in professional development opportunities and provides relevant, ongoing updates and recommendations to educational technology offered by the CETL.
- Devise creative solutions to provide environments for distance students and instructors to communicate and promote the teaching/learning dynamic.
- Collaboration and Support: Provides front-line technical support for faculty, staff, and students by identifying, researching, troubleshooting and resolving issues with the LMS and all other educational technologies in person and via phone and email, delivering unparalleled customer service. Works collaboratively with IT and the Center for Equity, Teaching, and Learning to create portals for reporting technical difficulties and deploy locally developed reporting tools. Monitor helpdesk support portals, provide first-level technical support, and escalate issues as needed. Train users on 24/7 reporting tools and develop training materials to help users avoid common software errors. Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions.
- Communication and Representation: Communicate with IT and Marketing to manage content for eLearning pages on the intranet and internet. Represent Peninsula College on SBCTC eLearning Committees by attending quarterly eLearning council meetings as a voting member, serving on a Work Group, and hosting meetings as needed. Attend LMS Admins Advisory Group meetings, assist in developing business practices for shared consortium resources, and voice Peninsula College concerns to the consortium.
- Other Responsibilities: Monitor expenditures for shared courses, coordinate quarterly course building across all instructional areas using educational technologies, and assist with booking online proctoring appointments. Devise creative solutions to facilitate communication and promote the teaching/learning dynamic for distance students and instructors. Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
At least one years’ experience administering an LMS in an educational setting
Strong interpersonal skills
Two (2) years' experience providing high-level technical support to a wide range of users.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office
Demonstrates the ability to work as part of a team and willing to support Peninsula College’s mission, vision, and shared governance processes.
Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree (any field) or equivalent experience
Experience designing and delivering training through a variety of modalities
Demonstrated ability to promote universal design and accessibility.
EMPLOYMENT PAY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance; paid vacation and sick leave; retirement plan options; optional credit union and tax-deferred annuity programs. As of July 1, 2024, Peninsula College contributes $1,170 per month towards the cost of the Washington State employee insurance programs. The college also supports professional development.
- Peninsula College is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply.
- Full-time employees are eligible to apply and participate in the Peninsula College Employee Tuition Program.
- Sick leave accrual is 8 hours per month.
- Vacation Leave accrual is 16 hours per month.
- Personal Leave is 40 hours every July 1, prorated on date of hire.
- Personal Holiday is 8 hours per year after 4 months of service.
- Platform Administration: Administers the learning management system (LMS) and other eLearning educational technologies:
- Maintenance Mechanic 2 (Full-Time Classified)
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Open Date: September 12, 2024
Close Date: September 26, 2024
Anticipated Start Date: November 1, 2024
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision, this position performs work at a journey level or skilled nature relating to operation, maintenance, repair, remodeling and construction of buildings, machinery, mechanical facilities and equipment, systems and equipment; performs preventative maintenance and repair; assists in maintaining campus safety; responds to trouble calls and emergency situations.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Independently performs skilled work in maintenance, repair, remodeling, alterations, and construction of buildings, facilities, and equipment.
• Performs skilled work in carpentry, electrical, and mechanical work under general supervision.
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Under general supervision, trouble shoot and repair HVAC systems.
• Perform minor repairs on building fixtures, plumbing and motors.
• Perform preventative maintenance, trouble shooting and repairs on electrical systems (not panels but ballasts, switches and outlets, etc.)
• May give input in the design and assist in fabrication of materials constructed in trade shops or on project sites.
• Full competency and operation of the College’s rolling stock.
• Assists with campus safety and responds to trouble calls and emergency situations; removes snow and ice, removes or repairs other safety hazards, responds to trouble calls and emergency situations.DUTIES OF THE POSITION REQUIRE THE ABILITY TO:
Safely operate tools, equipment, machinery, and automotive equipment.
Take accurate measurements.
Solve basic mathematical equations.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:
The level of skill required for the Maintenance Mechanic 2 position would typically require high school graduation and four years of general work experience in building and equipment maintenance, construction or repair work or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a skilled mechanic trade.REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Must be able to work from heights, ladders, scaffolding; lift up to 50 pounds, work with arms extended and overhead.
REQUIRED WORK SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Must be able to work in a noisy environment, in confined workspaces, and in all environments including extreme weather conditions.
Work schedule is typically day shift Monday – Friday but night and weekend work is frequent in response to emergency calls or weather-related conditions.
REQUIRED EDUCATION OR CERTIFICATES:
Washington State Driver’s License required.
REQUIRED BACKGROUND CLEARANCE:
Yes.EMPLOYMENT PAY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION:
• Full-Time Classified position.
• Anticipated starting salary: $56,880 - $66,012 (DOE) - Administrative Assistant 2 (Full-Time Classified)
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Open Date: September 12, 2024
Close Date: Open September 25, 2024
Anticipated Start Date: November 1, 2024
POSITION SUMMARY
This position supports Marketing & Communications, the Foundation, and Institutional Research, and reports to the Executive Assistant to the President. This assistant position is a critical team member of the Office of the President that will support the department leads and projects of the President. Working with Executive Assistant to the President, together they will ensure consistency in the delivery of excellent service and support the endeavors of the Office of the President.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ABILITIES
• Work independently and in teams while maintaining professionalism and modeling the colleges Guiding Principles
• Organizes, plans, supports, and coordinates events.
• Serves as the main point of contact for the planning of the Fall Spectacular Event or other community wide events.
• Must be able to speak clearly and effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work in a fast pace environment, and have friendly people skills
• Makes travel arrangements.
• Drafts correspondence for the Office of the President and/or Foundation.
• Schedules meetings, create agendas, facilitates zoom meetings, takes, and distributes meeting notes and action items.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are essential. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and to communicate clearly with native and non-native English speakers.
• Ability to act professionally to represent the Office of the President.
• Supports the Peninsula College Foundation:
O Creates and/or distributes mailings, correspondence, and marketing materials.
O To meet with acceptable accounting/audit protocols, shares responsibility with other Foundation staff in:
- picking up/delivering mail;
- processing Foundation payables and receivables (preparing, scanning, logging and filing);
- making bank deposits.
O Sets up/preps for Foundation Board Meetings.
O Takes and prepares Foundation Board meeting minutes and follows up on action items.
O Aids Foundation staff in creating content for Facebook and other media outlets.
O Assists with the employee giving campaign and Foundation events/activities.
• Assists with procurements requests.
• Assists with collegewide survey implementation.
• Supports College Council with notes and meeting scheduling.
• Creates and maintains documentation of general business processes.
• Serves on various campus and community committees.
• Supports implementation of the College’s equity goals.OTHER WORK ACTIVITIES:
• Other duties as assignedREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Use of Microsoft Office programs, or similar software
• Use of office equipment and supplies
• Database entry and management
• Experience answering phone calls, emailsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bilingual
• Associate degree
• Microsoft Office certificationPHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Work is performed in an office environment and requires standing and/or sitting and using computers and office equipment for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift 25 lbs.WORK SCHEDULE AND ENVIRONMENT
• Position is normally scheduled Monday through Friday; normal hours of operation.
• May work remotely at times, at discretion of supervisor.
EMPLOYMENT PAY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION• Full-Time Classified position.
• Anticipated starting monthly salary: $3,239.00 - $3,477.00 (DOE)
- Transitional Studies Instructor (Pool; Part-Time Faculty)
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Open Date: 15 November 2023
Close Date: ContinuousAt Peninsula College, we are committed to ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. This means that certain personal identifying information will be removed from your application before it is reviewed by our hiring committee.
Position Details:
- Peninsula College is recruiting for Part-time Transitional Studies Faculty, who can jump into a high-demand multi-level classroom. The faculty members would be considered for Part-Time teaching positions in our Brush-up for College, HS+ (High School+), GED, ESL (English as a Second Language), and IBEST (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training) programs.
- High School+, GED (General Educational Development), or Brush-up for College are pre-college courses that prepare students for college or the workplace. Students are at many different educational levels. In the same classroom some students will be working on their High School Diploma, some on their GED, and some on their Math or English skills to be successful after they leave the program. English as a Second Language is designed to support individuals where English is not their first language. Skills that are focused on are listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
- I-BEST (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training) pairs basic skills and professional-technical instructors as teaching teams that concurrently advance student gains in literacy and workforce skills. I-BEST ed programs at Peninsula College: Academic, Medical Assisting, Nature Resources, Construction Technology, Nurse Assistant Certificate (NAC) Welding, Addiction Studies, and Early Childhood Education. I-BEST faculty could work in one or more of the above programs.
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Please note: Applicants will be contacted as openings occur.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Approach this work with an equity lens, creating a barrier-free and inclusive environment for students.
- Assess, place, and advise students.
- Develop instructional activities including computer-assisted instruction; and evaluate learning outcomes based on institutional and federal standards.
- Instruct in basic skills with emphasis on basic math, writing skills, and communication instruction that integrates the Washington Adult Learning Standards with the professional-technical and academic curriculum's content.
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Assist in CASAS (Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems) testing and ensure students complete Washington State intake for Adult Learners.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Work independently and in teams while maintaining professionalism and modeling Peninsula College’s Guiding Principles.
- Teaching experience in a classroom or work-related environment.
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Online teaching experience a plus.
Professional Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Previous teaching experience and familiarity with Skill Trades course content is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are essential. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and to communicate clearly with native and non-native English speakers.
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Successful experience working with diverse and disadvantaged populations essential.
Work Schedule & Environment:
- Classes offered online, hybrid, hy-flex, and face-to-face.
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Work will typically be performed in a classroom and may require standing and/or sitting for extended periods.
Essential Functions:
- Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Be available to assist students.
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Through the course syllabus, orient students at the beginning of each course to the course's objectives, learning outcomes, assessment methods, basis of grading, attendance requirements, the nature of assignments, and class requirements.
Employment Terms:
- Part-time position.
- Salary will be based on the part-time faculty salary schedule.
- Typical salary for a 5-credit class is $4,337.90 per quarter.
- Benefit upon eligibility governed by RCW 28B.50.489. WAC 182.12.114.
- Sick leave is eight (8) hours per month times your full-time equivalent.
- Nursing Instructor (Part-Time Faculty)
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Priority Consideration Date: 1 September 2023; Open Until Filled
At Peninsula College, we are committed to ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. This means that certain personal identifying information will be removed from your application before it is reviewed by our hiring committee.
Position Details:
Peninsula College is recruiting for a part-time Nursing Instructor. The Peninsula College Nursing Program graduates students who exemplify ethical, caring, knowledgeable and technically competent nurses prepared to take the NCLEX and practice in a variety of health care settings. Nursing instructors will promote a positive and engaging learning experience; provide student support and other assistance as needed. Peninsula College Clinical Nursing faculty enjoy small class sizes and professional development support in a collegial environment that focuses on excellence in teaching and learning. The Nursing Program aims to support the retention and flourishing of diverse faculty.
Essential Functions:
- Teach clinical sections for the nursing program in a skilled nursing facility or hospital setting.
- Facilitate simulation lab if qualified by experience.
- Supervise preceptorship experiences.
- Teach face-to-face, lecture, hands-on laboratory and hybrid classes in accordance with course descriptions and learning outcomes outlined in the syllabi.
- Evaluate student learning activities and student achievement of learning objectives.
- Lead pre and post clinical conference for students.
- Conference with students individually to promote student success.
- Prepare course syllabi, course outlines and related instructional materials.
- Ensure that each student has been presented with the material to successfully meet the learning objectives of the course.
- Communicate with full time faculty and nursing director about student progress.
- Maintain professional competence and licensure through practice, continuing education, and professional activities.
- Applies the Guiding Principles to interactions with others and in accomplishment of job duties.
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Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of and ability to comply with nursing education and practice WACs 246-800-500 through 246-800-830.
- Demonstrates strong critical thinking and clinical judgment skills.
- Demonstrate current evidence-based nursing practice.
- Demonstrate effectiveness as a nursing educator.
- Have preparation in teaching and learning principles for adult education, including curriculum development.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule on an as needed basis.
- Ability to work with computers and technology to deliver or support instruction.
- Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, take initiative, and perform tasks in a timely manner.
- Possess the characteristics of a team player and a desire to learn.
- Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Will exemplify excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, clinical partners and student body.
- Demonstrate ability to organize and prioritize many different tasks.
- Acts with minimal direct supervision.
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Required to be a self-starter and extremely dependable.
Previous Experience:
- A minimum of three years relevant clinical nursing experience is required.
- Medical/surgical, emergency or critical care nursing experience preferred.
- Intermittent need for maternal child health, long-term care or mental health expertise.
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Teaching experience in a formal or workplace setting preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Work is performed in classroom, lab and clinical settings.
- Physical requirements include the ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods of time and demonstrate nursing skills in the clinical settings.
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Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
Work Schedule & Environment:
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Variable schedule: Clinical shifts occur between 6:00 am–9:00 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday. Didactic and lab occurs between 8:00 am–4:00 pm, Monday–Friday.
Education or Certificates:
- Master of Science in Nursing is required.
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Active unencumbered Washington registered nurse license.
Employment Terms:
- Part-time position.
- Salary will be based on the part-time faculty salary schedule.
- Typical salary for a 5-credit class is $4,724.80 per quarter.
- Benefit upon eligibility governed by RCW 28B.50.489. WAC 182.12.114.
- Sick leave is eight hours per month times your full-time equivalent.
- Instructional Support Tech & Tutoring Positions
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Current Position: Instruction & Classroom Support Technician
Location: Peninsula College, Main Campus
Position Available: Open PoolPosition Details:
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The Learning Center hires Instruction & Classroom Support Technicians to tutor students in the Writing Center, Math Center, Tutoring Center, and Transitional Studies classrooms.
Requirements of all Positions:
- Strong communication, interpersonal and listening skills.
- Patience, kindness, and approachability to create a welcoming, supportive environment for students.
- Applicants should be comfortable helping students navigate their Canvas courses and working in Zoom.
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Strong performance in the class/subject being tutored or relevant education and/or experience.
How to Apply:
- Email Learning Center Coordinator:
- Tulsi Marshall: gmarshall@pencol.edu
- Include an instructor recommendation and/or a resume.
- A statement describing why you would be a good fit to work with PC students.
- Include classes or subjects you’re interested in tutoring.
Employment Terms:
- Compensation: $19.50—$21.90 per hour, based on education and experience.
- Work Hours: Up to 15 hours per week, with a maximum of 19 hours per week for all positions at Peninsula College. Hours depend on the subject and position. Many tutors set their own schedule.
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Join Our Team: We value diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you’re passionate about education and believe in the power of tutoring, apply today to become part of our team! For more information, please contact Tulsi Marshall at gmarshall@pencol.edu.
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Peninsula College's Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Our collaboratively developed shared definition of equity is that as a College "we aspire to ensure that all students, faculty, and staff have access to resources and support in proportion to their needs and that they feel respected, connected, and can thrive in their goals." Peninsula College's equity efforts are led by an Equity Standing Committee with cross-campus representation. The committee appoints equity work groups and develops, assesses, and updates an annual equity plan. That committee's collective work has identified the need for a position that can lead the College's work in equitable hiring practices and equity training for all employees and that can act as resource for the College's equity partners by sharing expertise and leadership.
At Peninsula College, we are committed to ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. This means that certain personal identifying information will be removed from your application before it is reviewed by our hiring committee.
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Peninsula College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Peninsula College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities. Coordination of compliance is the responsibility of the Human Resources Officer, Peninsula College Human Resources Office, (360) 417-6298.
Peninsula College es una Empresa de Igualdad de Oportunidades.
Peninsula College no discrimina por motivos de raza o grupo étnico, color, edad, nacionalidad, familias con niños, estado civil, sexo, género, orientación sexual, veterano honorablemente descargado o estatus militar, presencia de alguna discapacidad física, sensorial o mental, o el uso de una guía entrenada de perro o atiende a animal por una persona con una incapacidad en sus programas y actividades. Durante el proceso de solicitud, las personas que tengan condiciones especiales o necesiten este anunico en un formato alternativo pueden ponerse en contacto con la Oficina de Recursos Humanos al (360) 417-6298 o TDD al (360) 417-6339.
Additional Information
- Jeanne Clery Statement
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Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report: Peninsula College's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (ASFSR 2023–24) is available below. This report contains mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. If you have questions, please visit Peninsula College's Campus Crime Statistics webpage or call (360) 417-6559.
- Non-Discrimination & Anti-Harassment
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Peninsula College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit: Anti-Harassment and Nondiscrimination | Title IX.
Peninsula College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities. Coordination of compliance is the responsibility of the Human Resources Officer, Hanan Zawideh, titleixcrd@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6212.
- Requesting Accommodations for Employment
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Please contact the Peninsula College Human Resources office at (360) 417-6298 or email pchr@pencol.edu to request any accommodations. Peninsula College is an equal opportunity employer.
- Applying via Mail or Email
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Peninsula College encourages all applicants to apply via the online application process, however, those who do not have internet access or have intermittent/unreliable access may apply via mail or email. Please include all materials required in the job description. Email application submissions may be sent to pchr@pencol.edu. Application submissions being sent via postal service should be addressed to:
Human Resources
Peninsula College
1502 E. Lauridsen Blvd.
Port Angeles, WA 98362Please contact the Peninsula College Human Resources office at (360) 417-6298 or email pchr@pencol.edu with any questions or to request additional accommodations regarding the application process.
Contact Peninsula College Human Resources
Please feel free to contact us with your questions regarding employment at Peninsula College.
Human Resource Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Phone: (360) 417-6298
Email: pchr@pencol.edu