Adjunct Instructor, Natural Resources and Conservation

Flathead-Valley-Community-College; Kalispell (MT); Presencial; USD 10.000 - 14.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Flathead Valley Community College seeks applicants to teach an on-campus, face-to-face course in Forest Fire Management and Environmental Change for spring semester 2027. The semester runs from January 19 – May 13, 2027.

Minimum qualifications include three years in the field or three years of post-secondary education in the discipline with work experience; a Master’s degree is preferred. This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position paid by credits taught.

Formación

• Three years of experience in the field or three years of post-secondary education in the discipline plus work experience.
• Master’s degree in the field or closely related discipline preferred.
• Experience using an online LMS platform and teaching in higher education.
• Ability to engage students and manage instructional records.

Responsabilidades

• Conveys subject knowledge effectively for successful student learning outcomes.
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality per applicable laws.
• Integrates course content with related curricula and engages in program assessment.
• Attends meetings and contributes to continuous improvement of services.

Conocimientos

Forest fire management

Environmental change

Teaching experience

Student assessment

Educación

Master’s degree in related field

Experience in higher education

Herramientas

LMS experience

Descripción del empleo

DEPARTMENT:Science and EngineeringSTATUS:This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course-by-course contract basis and may include teaching up to two classes per semester.PAY RANGE:Pay is determined by the number of credits taught.FLSA:ExemptCLOSING DATE:Open until filledSUMMARYFVCC seeks applicants to teach an on-campus, face-to-face course in Forest Fire Management and Environmental Change for spring semester 2027. The semester runs from January 19 – May 13, 2027.ESSENTIAL DUTIESConveys 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 AffairsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThe Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education Policy 730 requires the following minimum qualifications:Three years of experience working in the field to be taught; ORThree years of post-secondary education in the discipline, combined with work experience in the discipline.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s degree in the field in which the course(s) resides.Master’s degree in a closely related academic discipline with at least nine graduate semester credits in the academic discipline.Experience using an online LMS platform.Experience teaching in a post-secondary or higher education environment.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESAbility to effectively and safely teach content and technical materialEffective organizational and leadership skills;Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environmentAbility and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community and studentsAbility to work within policies and procedures of FVCCAbility to maintain effective and positive professional relationshipsAbility to follow and issue instructionsDemonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgroundsAbility to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levelsAbility to pass a criminal background checkAbility 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.APPLICATION PROCEDURE:In order to be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/careers-at-fvcc; paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted for open positions. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration. Additionally, applicants are required to submit the following documents by uploading them to the online application:Letter of application indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detail your work experience as it relates to the position's Knowledge, Skills and Abilities; andA current, comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae; and,Unofficial transcripts for all degrees held AND/OR Professional Certifications (if more than one transcript or certification, combine and upload as one document). As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will submit official transcripts for all d degrees held and applicable certifications to FVCC HR prior hire. Only transcripts from accredited institutions will be accepted.), andThree professional references, with complete contact information, must be provided on the application form. Professional references must be individuals most familiar with applicant's work experience, skills, and work behaviors and supervisory experience. Do not list family and friends for professional references.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.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.FVCC BOARD POLICY: The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/board-administration/board-of-trustees/board-policiesREASONABLE 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.