Adjunct Instructor, Lincoln County Campus, History

Paycom - ATS; Libby (MT); On-site; USD 964,000 - 1,378,000; Part time

Job summary

FVCC in Libby, Montana invites applications to teach one or two on-campus American History courses for the fall semester 2026. The part-time, temporary position is non-benefit eligible with classes typically scheduled 8 a.m.–3 p.m. on campus.

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in History or a related discipline with at least nine graduate credits in History, and be able to work collegially, maintain records, and meet college policies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in History OR Master’s degree in a closely related discipline with at least nine graduate semester credits in History.
• Qualifications are verified via specific graduate-level transcripts in History.

Responsibilities

• Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner for successful student learning outcomes.
• Fosters positive student and community relations.
• Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements.
• Integrates subject area with other related curricula.
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students.
• Works with college faculty and staff to aid the educational process.
• Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment.
• Attends meetings and participates in program assessment as directed.
• Contributes to a climate that promotes innovation and improves services to students and the College.
• Creates a collaborative environment and maintains effective working relationships.
• Reports to the Director, Academic Affairs

Skills

On-campus teaching

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in History with nine graduate credits in History

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Libby, MT 59923, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Job Category: Adjunct Faculty, DEPARTMENT: Lincoln County Campus - Libby, Montana

STATUS: This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefit eligible position. Employment is determined on a semester-by-semester basis and may include teaching one or two classes beginning fall semester 2026.

PAY RANGE: Pay is determined by the number of credits taught.

FLSA: Exempt

SUMMARY

FVCC seeks applicants to teach one or two on-campus, face-to-face course(s) in American History. Applicants must be able to teach on-campus in Libby, Montana.

The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for teaching courses in a general education subject area. Teaching assignments will be between 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Must be able to work collegially in a team environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner for successful student learning outcomes.
• Fosters positive student and community relations.
• Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements.
• Integrates subject area with other related curricula.
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
• Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process.
• Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment.
• Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed.
• Actively participates in the development of a climate that promotes and supports innovation and efforts to continuously improve services to students, faculty, and the College.
• Creates and maintains a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintains effective working relationships.
• Reports to the Director, Academic Affairs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in History OR
• Master’s degree in a closely related academic discipline with at least nine graduate semester credits in History

Qualifications are verified via specific coursework listed on graduate-level transcripts in specific disciplines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience teaching in a higher education environment.
• Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to effectively and safely teach content and technical material
• Effective organizational and leadership skills;
• Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environment
• Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community and students
• Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC
• Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships
• Ability to follow and issue instructions
• Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to perform a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.

EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS, REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS

Prior to any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume. Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.

FVCC BOARD POLICY

The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/board-administration/board-of-trustees/board-policies

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ACT

Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans’ Preference laws do not, however, guarantee Veterans a job, nor do they give Veterans’ preference in internal actions such as promotion, transfer, reassignment, and reinstatement. Applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file. To claim Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veterans' Preference Form (form is available at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to [e-mail]. Claims for Veterans' preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.

WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION

Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision, FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security. To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.