Adjunct

NC Central University; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) invites an adjunct instructor to teach a graduate course in state and local government within the Master of Public Administration program in Durham, NC. The candidate will connect professional practice with theory, prepare and deliver lectures, assess learning, and provide timely feedback.

The ideal hire brings substantial public-sector experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to mentor diverse graduate students while delivering rigorous,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Administration or a closely related field and substantial professional public service experience.
• At least three years of progressively responsible experience in state/local government or related area.
• Equivalent combination of advanced education and professional expertise may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level courses in state and local government within the MPA program.
• Prepare and deliver courses, assess student learning, and provide timely feedback.
• Communicate with students and coordinate with the Department of Public Administration. Create a rigorous, practice-oriented learning environment.

Skills

State/local government knowledge

Policy analysis

Public management

Governance

Written and oral communication

Graduate student mentoring

Instructional delivery

Canvas / LMS familiarity

Education

Master's degree in Public Administration or related field

Job description

Position Information

• Working Title: Adjunct
• Position Number: FA9976
• Appointment Type: By semester: Fall/Spring
• FTE: .25 = 10 hours/week

Position Overview

Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!

Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of Public Administration at North Carolina Central University strives to prepare students to become professionals with the knowledge and skills required for ethical leadership in the public and non-profit sectors through effective teaching, applied and scholarly research, and service to developing communities. The Department offers a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in traditional, executive, and online formats.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Department of Public Administration seeks an experienced public-service practitioner to teach a graduate-level course in state and local government within the Master of Public Administration program.

The successful candidate will bring substantial professional experience in state or local government to the classroom and connect public administration theory and concepts with contemporary practice. Areas of instruction may include state and local governmental institutions, intergovernmental relations, public management, policymaking and implementation, budgeting and finance, service delivery, governance, and relationships among elected officials, professional administrators, community organizations, and the public.

The adjunct instructor will be responsible for course preparation and delivery, assessment of student learning, timely feedback and communication with students, and coordination with the Department of Public Administration. The instructor is expected to create a rigorous, practice-oriented learning environment appropriate for graduate students preparing for or advancing careers in public service.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Substantial knowledge of the structure, operation, and management of state and/or local government.
• Ability to connect professional practice with concepts and theories in public administration, public management, and governance.
• Knowledge of contemporary issues affecting state and local governments, including intergovernmental relations, public finance, policy implementation, service delivery, organizational management, and public accountability.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively engage and mentor graduate students with varied professional backgrounds and levels of experience.
• Ability to organize and deliver graduate-level instruction and assess student learning.
• Ability to use Canvas or a comparable learning management system and appropriate instructional technologies.

Minimum Education/Experience

An earned master's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Government, Public Management, Leadership, or a closely related field and substantial relevant professional experience in state or local government.

Applicants should have at least three years of progressively responsible professional experience in state or local government, intergovernmental administration, or a closely related area of public service.

An equivalent combination of advanced education and significant professional expertise may be considered consistent with University requirements for graduate instruction.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

None

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University's internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number: F000310
• Open Date: 09/24/2026
• Close Date: 10/02/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Date Position Available: 01/11/2027
• Special Instructions to Applicants: Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.