Anthropology Adjunct

Olympic College; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 10,155 - 12,164; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Deferred Compensation Program

Fitness center

Tuition waiver space available

Job summary

A community college located in Bremerton, Washington, is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Anthropology Adjunct Faculty. This position requires a master's degree in Anthropology and effective teaching skills. Responsibilities include preparing and teaching courses, maintaining records, and proactively engaging with students. The college emphasizes diversity in its educational goals and seeks to help close achievement gaps. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and may need to attend multiple campuses.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Anthropology from an accredited college or university.
• Basic computer competency; MS Office preferred.
• College teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach anthropology courses.
• Provide quality teaching and grading.
• Maintain accurate student records.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.

Skills

Teaching experience

Advanced computer competency

Effective communication

Commitment to diversity

Education

Master’s degree in Anthropology

Tools

MS Office

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Job Overview

Anthropology Adjunct Faculty – Salary: $1,000 per credit. Classification: Adjunct Faculty. Reports to: Dean of Social Sciences & Humanities. This recruitment is to establish an applicant pool for future vacancies. Individuals will be contacted as vacancies occur. The college seeks candidates who can help close achievement gaps and meet its mission goals of serving a diverse student population.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and teach anthropology courses.
• Provide quality teaching including related preparation and grading.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.
• Maintain accurate records of students and complete forms as required.
• May include evening instruction and/or instruction at satellite campuses.
• May be asked to teach hybrid classes and online courses.
• Will be expected to teach a range of Anthropology courses.
• Punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Anthropology from an accredited college or university.
• Basic computer competency; MS Office preferred.

Desired Qualifications

• College teaching experience.
• Advanced computer competency and experience with LMS systems.
• Effective teaching and enthusiasm in courses.
• Commitment to teaching students with little or no background.
• Use a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success.
• Teach and contribute to the college’s diversity initiatives.
• Function as a team player.
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups from diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, faculty, and staff.
• Appropriately incorporate the use of computer information technology in the delivery of services.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning‑centered climate.
• Provide two professional letters of recommendation upon request and sample syllabi if requested.
• Uphold Olympic College’s values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate.

Terms of Employment

• Unable to sponsor visas; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to Human Resources within 30 days of employment.
• Final salary contract determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.
• Adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule is commensurate with educational background and experience.
• Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon initial hire; eligibility requires 50% of a full‑time load for two consecutive quarters.
• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan; sick leave; Aflac; tuition waiver space available; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); fitness center; reduced rate and priority consideration on‑site childcare space available.

Conditions of Employment

• Background check including criminal record history.
• Completion of Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by WB HB 2327.
• Employee must reside in Washington State within reasonable distance of the campus.
• Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.