Geography Adjunct

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Salary: $1,000.00 Annually Job Number: 24-25-A5 Department: Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics Opening Date: 11/14/2024 Description Geography Adjunct Salary: $1,000* per credit hour Classification: Adjunct Faculty Reports to: Dean of STEM *This recruitment is to establish an applicant pool for future vacancies. Individuals will be contacted as vacancies occur. * Olympic College is recruiting for Geography Adjunct Faculty to teach introductory and advanced geography, part-time at all of its campuses. This position reports to the Dean of STEM. Part-time positions at the college are open, continuous, and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered. Essential Functions Prepare and teach developmental and/or college-level Geography course(s) Provide high quality, enthusiastic instruction including related preparation and grading Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested Maintain accurate records of students and complete forms and records as required Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate evening instruction May include teaching at the Bremerton, Poulsbo, and Shelton Campuses Maintain clear and punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff. Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Geography required. Related Master's degree with substantial graduate-level Geography course work may be considered. Computer skills including Microsoft applications. Desired QualificationsSuccessful experience teaching Geography at a College or University Experience with Learning Management System software such as Canvas Successful Applicants WillEffectively teach and communicate several areas within the field of geography Demonstrate knowledge of alternative teaching methods, including the use of technology in instruction Demonstrate knowledge of practical applications of Geography Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in the classroom and with other professionals Collaborate successfully with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team. Effectively work with individuals that are disadvantaged and disabled Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socio-economic backgrounds Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills Possess excellent customer service skills; including building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to the Olympic College mission, vision, and values Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgement. Additional Information Terms of Employment Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered. Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment. Final salary contracts will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits. This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load. Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered. Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire; Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows. Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space-available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration for on-site childcare based on space availability. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here. Conditions of EmploymentPrior to hiring, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327. The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur. How to Apply To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:Olympic College Online Application Resume Cover Letter - in your cov

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