Adjunct Faculty, Environmental Science & Technology in , us

Adjunct Faculty, Environmental Science & Technology

This position is responsible for preparing and delivering Environmental Science & Technology coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline‑appropriate ways, reflecting a commitment to student success and creating an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses in Environmental Science & Technology to a multicultural student population based on the department’s approved learning outcomes, using instructional strategies appropriate to community‑college students and discipline standards.
• Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
• Provide teaching and mentoring services to students in a manner that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or other protected categories.
• Remain current in the field through a variety of professional development activities.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, associate vice chancellor, vice chancellor, or executive vice chancellor.

Technology Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
• Proficiency in an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (e.g., posting office hours, syllabi).

Professional Standards

• Appropriate use of the college’s learning management system.
• Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
• Participate in graduation, assemblies, and other official college functions.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve retention and success.
• Attend and participate in college‑wide, campus, department, or other activities and meetings.
• Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
• Comply with published college policies and procedures and meet professional standards for teaching in a community college.

Required Education

• Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Geological Sciences, Wildlife Science, Wildlife Ecology, Biology, Oceanography/Marine Science, Geography, Hydrology, Environmental or Water Resource Management, Engineering (Environmental, Agricultural, or Civil), Agronomy, or Limnology, or
• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the disciplines listed above.
• No substitution for educational requirements.

Candidate Qualities

• Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about teaching environmental science.
• Commitment to establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and staff representing multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Dynamic, non‑traditional instructional delivery methods to teach students of varying proficiency levels and backgrounds.
• Strong ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.

Working Conditions

• Work is routinely performed in a classroom or laboratory setting.
• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, and reaching for extended periods of time.
• Work safely and follow safety rules; report unsafe conditions, behaviors; take reasonable actions to prevent unsafe practices.