Adjunct Faculty - OSHA

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Retirement benefits

Flexible Benefits Plan

Generous vacation and sick leave

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty for OSHA courses in Baton Rouge, LA. The role involves delivering engaging coursework on workplace safety while preparing lessons and assessing students. Candidates must have current OSHA certification and possess good communication skills. This position supports the college's mission within a dynamic teaching environment, including multiple delivery formats such as evening and online classes.

BRCC offers a competitive benefits package, including medical insurance, retirement options, and generous leave benefits.

Qualifications

• Current OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Construction or General Industry certification.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to learn and utilize technology in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, compliant coursework on topics like workplace safety and hazard recognition.
• Prepare lessons and facilitate classroom and hands-on training.
• Assess student performance and maintain knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Support institution's mission and vision.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Technology utilization

Education

Current OSHA certification

Job description

Job no: 495108

Work Type: Faculty - Part Time

Locations: Baton Rouge, LA

Categories: Workforce Development & Education, Workforce Initiatives

College: BRCC

Department: Workforce & Economic Development

Sub department: Maritime & Continuing Education

Salary: $50 per hour

The Adjunct Faculty - OSHA will deliver engaging, compliant coursework on topics such as workplace safety, hazard recognition, injury prevention, and OSHA10 certification. This role includes preparing lessons, facilitating classroom and hands‑on training, assessing student performance, and maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of OSHA regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for teaching courses as assigned. Adjunct faculty may teach in the evening, weekends, online, and dual enrollment courses as needed. Adjunct Faculty are expected to support the institution's mission and vision and abide by the Faculty Handbook and college‑wide policies. Adjunct Faculty are expected to maintain currency in their teaching discipline. Adjunct Faculty report directly to the academic program manager and/or department chair within their respective departments and divisions.

LOCATIONS (Possible work locations):

• Dixon Correctional Institute
• Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women
• East Baton Rouge Parish Prison
• West Baton Rouge Parish Prison
• Louisiana State Police
• Pointe Coupee Parish Detention Center
• Other Correctional Facilities

5% Other duties as assigned

Required Education

Current OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) Construction or General Industry certification.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to learn and utilize technology in a fast‑paced environment.
• Possess good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with diverse populations, including students, administrators, instructors, external agencies, business leaders, and the public.

Benefits

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, BRCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual vacation and sick leave benefits, and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort, and length of employment.

Passing pre‑employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment.