Adjunct Instructor, Surveying

Paycom; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 600 - 1,200; Part time

Job summary

FVCC seeks adjunct instructors to teach an online course, Introduction to GPS for Surveyors, in the Surveying AAS program for the spring 2027 semester.

The role requires three years’ experience or equivalent education, and the candidate must be capable of online instruction, with strong ethics, organization, and communication skills. Instruction is conducted through FVCC’s online learning environment and coordinated with the Trades Institute.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience in the occupation to be taught or three years of post-secondary education in the career/technical discipline, plus work experience.
• Experience teaching in a secondary, post-secondary or higher education environment.
• Experience using online learning management systems and supporting diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Conveys knowledge of the subject area for successful student learning outcomes.
• Fosters positive student and community relations.
• Maintains instructional records per requirements.
• Integrates subject area with related curricula.
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students.

Skills

Teaching ability

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Technology in learning

Community relations

Instructional ethics

Communication skills

Attendance discipline

Criminal background check readiness

Education

Post-secondary education in career/tech

Experience in the occupation taught

Tools

Online learning management systems (LMS)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Flathead Valley Comm College - KALISPELL, MT

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: Education/Work Experience

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

DEPARTMENT: Trades Institute

Status

This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position with employment determined on a course-by-course contract basis

Pay Range

Pay is determined by the number of credits taught.

FLSA

Exempt

Closing Date

Open until filled

Summary

FVCC seeks applications for adjunct instructors to teach an online course, Introduction to GPS for Surveyors, in the Surveying AAS program for the spring 2027 semester (January 19 - May 13, 2027).

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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Reports to Director of Trades Institute

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years’ experience in the occupation to be taught; OR
• Three (3) years of post-secondary education in the career and technical discipline, combined with work experience in the careerand technical discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a secondary, post-secondary or higher education environment.
• Experience using online learning management systems.
• 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.

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-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.