Instructor, Degree Completion Programs (Temporary Pool)

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); Hybrid; USD 37,505 - 53,416; Part time

Job summary

A university in California is seeking a part-time Instructor for degree completion programs to provide quality instruction in a hybrid format. The ideal candidate will must have a Master's degree or doctorate, and two years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include course development and engaging a diverse student body. This role offers flexible instructional methods, primarily based in Stockton, California.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctorate in relevant field
• Minimum of two years work experience or teaching adult learners

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instruction in a hybrid format
• Create course content and assessments
• Ensure syllabus and course materials comply with policies

Skills

Experience with diverse backgrounds

Ability to foster learning

Engagement in social justice

Education

Master’s degree or earned doctorate

Job description

Instructor, Degree Completion Programs (Temporary Pool)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Position Information

Title
Instructor, Degree Completion Programs (Temporary Pool)

Campus
Stockton

Department

Posting Number
F01029

Full or Part Time
Part Time

Open Date
11/05/2025

Close Date
02/05/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Days Per Week

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions
The Bachelor’s degree completion programs in Benerd College at the University of the Pacific invite applications for a part-time, non-tenure-track position as an Instructor in the Organizational Leadership, General Studies, and Healthcare Administration and Leadership programs.

• Offer high-quality, student-centered instruction for an 8-week course in a hybrid format
• with in-person meetings on the Stockton campus for three hours at the start and end of each 8-week term.
• Provide meaningful asynchronous contact hours delivered online to meet credit hour requirements.
• Create and deliver course content and assessment activities that are relevant, applicable, and reflect the current state of knowledge and practice in your discipline.
• Ensure syllabus, Canvas website and other aspects of the course are consistent with University policy, ADA standards, and best practices

Courses for which instructors may be hired can be found here:

Organizational Leadership Leadership courses:

• Master’s degree or earned doctorate with relevant background to the course(s) being taught
• A minimum of two years work experience in your discipline or experience teaching in programs for adult learners

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience promoting and fostering a learning environment that is supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience offering high-quality, student-centered asynchronous online/hybrid courses.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May require extended periods of sitting and standing, bending and stooping, and occasional walking.
We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
“Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:”

Work is primarily performed in a standard office, classroom, or online environment.

Hiring Range
Hiring Range $2,434 per unit if exempt OR $33 per hour, number of hours based on enrollment and number of units, which may be adjusted for low enrollment.

Special Instructions
THIS POSTING IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AN OPEN POSITION . Your application will be active for 90 days. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and are reviewed by the hiring department as openings become available. To maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply.
Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed before the date of the interview.
Note: if a job-specific posting is created and you are interested in that specific position, please apply to that job posting. Submission of materials does not guarantee consideration for future employment in openings of this type since availability can be unpredictable and consideration competitive.

This recruitment is to establish a pool of qualified candidates from which instructors maybe hired to teach one or more eight-week courses in the degree completion programs. A list of courses offered, with descriptions is available here:

Organizational Leadership Leadership courses:
https://catalog.pacific.edu/stocktongeneral/benerdcollege/organizationalleadership/#course

Healthcare Administration & Leadership
https://catalog.pacific.edu/stocktongeneral/benerdcollege/healthcareadministrationleadership/healthcareadministrationleadership.pdf

Bachelor of Arts in General Studies:
https://catalog.pacific.edu/stocktongeneral/benerdcollege/generalstudies/

In your cover letter, please clearly indicate which course(s) you are interested in and qualified to teach. Your application will be active for up to 90 days within the temporary pool.

Contact Information

Jennifer Medel, Program Director

Contact Email

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes

Minimum Number of References 3

Maximum Number of References 3

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement
University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly:Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal programs)?
  • Yes
  • No
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