Adjunct Outdoor & Community Recreation Instructor

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University in Ogden, UT seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor for Outdoor & Community Recreation to teach one or two upper-division courses per semester. This is a pooled position; hires occur as openings arise.

Candidates should have prior higher education teaching experience in areas like Inclusive Recreation, Community Recreation Development, Recreation Facility Management, and related fields.

Qualifications

• Evidence of teaching a variety of recreation courses at university level.
• Experience with best practices in teaching and assessing learning outcomes.
• Computer literacy and teaching with technology competencies.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or two upper-division recreation courses per semester.
• Facilitate course work and adapt to diverse learner needs.
• Incorporate inclusive recreation and community recreation concepts.
• Engage in assessment of student learning outcomes.

Skills

Teaching experience

Higher education

Technology in teaching

Interpersonal communication

Education

Master's degree in Parks, Recreation, & Tourism

PhD in related field (preferred)

Job description

Adjunct Outdoor & Community Recreation Instructor

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information Position Title Adjunct Outdoor & Community Recreation Instructor Requisition Number A00100P Job Summary/Basic Function Part-time adjunct instructor of outdoor and community recreation education. To teach one or two upper division courses per semester as needed.
**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified. Required Qualifications Applicant will have prior experience in higher education; teaching/facilitating course work especially in one or more of the following areas: Inclusive Recreation, Community Recreation Development, Recreation Facility Management, Recreation Programming, Tourism, Commercial Recreation, Outdoor Recreation Retail/Manufacturing, Outdoor Education. Preferred Qualifications PhD in Parks, Recreation, & Tourism, Recreation Management, Experiential Education, Leisure Behavior or closely allied field.
Possess at least a Master's degree in Parks, Recreation, & Tourism, Recreation Management, Outdoor Education, Experiential Education, Leisure Behavior or closely allied field.

• - Evidence of teaching a variety of recreation academic and activity courses with emphasis on community or outdoor recreation at the university level.
• - Experience with best practices in teaching, innovative pedagogical methods and assessment of student learning outcomes
• - Demonstrated computer literacy, teaching with technology and other technology related competencies for teaching.
• - Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Background Check? Yes Posting Detail Information Open Date 09/17/2026 Close Date 02/17/2027 Open Until Filled

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

Physical Activity of this position

Physical Activity of this position Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position

Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls requiring exertion of forces greater than sedentary wo, Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. , The worker is subject to outside environmental changes. No effective protection from the weather. , The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. , The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents

• Other Document 1
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