Instructor, Professional Certificate Programs, Payroll Fundamentals (Part-Time)

Inside Higher Ed; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading public institution in Kennesaw, Georgia, is seeking an experienced individual for part-time Payroll Instruction. The role involves teaching payroll practices, assessing student performance, and ensuring effective course delivery. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, five years of payroll experience, and relevant certification. Strong interpersonal, project management, and communication skills are essential. This non-supervisory role promotes community engagement and personal growth within an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of payroll experience required.
• Current FPC or CPP credentials through American Payroll Association needed.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Teach course curriculum effectively.
• Provide feedback to ensure student mastery.
• Manage classroom and project paperwork.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution

Advanced degree in a related field

Job description

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships, and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high‑impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Job Information

Job ID: 269187
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department Information – Payroll Instruction

Job Summary: Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in payroll best practices and payroll compliance. Follows departmental guidelines, policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of course curriculum.
• Teaches students learning strategies.
• Conducts teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment, manipulatives, props, and other learning aids.
• Provides continual feedback and assessment measurement to ensure student mastery of learning outcomes.
• Assesses and records grading for all homework assignments, quizzes, and tests.
• Completes paperwork associated with classroom and project management.
• Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students during biannual Open House events.
• Assists with course and program evaluation and continuous improvement and resolves quiz disputes when necessary.
• Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfaction scores.
• Keeps the Program Manager informed of any curriculum or student code of conduct issues.
• Records attendance in the learning management system.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education.

Minimum Experience Required: Five (5) years of payroll experience.

Minimum Licensure/Certification Required By Law And/Or Institution: Current FPC or CPP credentials through American Payroll Association.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge: Familiarity with current FPC requirements and all emergency procedures posted in the classroom.

Skills: Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem‑solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office and related computer applications. Strong attention to detail and follow‑up skills. Strong customer service skills and phone/email etiquette.

Abilities: Able to handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Able to motivate students to actively participate. Able to review syllabus and learning outcomes the first night of class. Able to provide sufficient time for course evaluations. Able to respond to student inquiries in a timely manner.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities, does not require a purchasing card, and will not require driving. The role is considered a position of trust and may involve 1%–24% travel.

Background Check

All final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Additional screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre‑employment drug screening, and verification of academic credentials may also be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment. The University prohibits harassment and discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia’s core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Additional policies supporting Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom can be found at the provided URLs.

How to Apply

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