[POOL] PT Faculty, Political Science

Linn-Benton Comunity Clg-Santiam; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 500 - 900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time faculty status

Job summary

Linn-Benton Community College is seeking qualified part-time faculty for a pooled pool to teach courses as openings arise. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis to build a ready pool of candidates for immediate review when needs appear.

Responsibilities include preparing course materials, managing coursework, maintaining student records, and ensuring alignment with department outcomes. Employment is contingent on background checks and residency requirements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in political science or related field.
• 27 graduate quarter hours in the primary field to be taught or equivalent.
• Provisional: bachelor’s plus 27 graduate quarter hours and active pursuit of a master’s/doctorate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop materials for classes utilizing approved course outcomes in various teaching modalities.
• Complete administrative tasks: assign and grade work, communicate with students, report outcomes, maintain records.
• Promote equity and inclusivity, connect students to college support services, and collaborate with staff and supervisors.

Education

Master's degree in political science or related field

27 graduate quarter hours in primary field or equivalency

Bachelor’s degree + 27 graduate hours in field(s) for provisional

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

• Unofficial Academic Transcript showing qualifying degree.
• List of 3 Professional References

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click here for a list of agencies who perform this service.

U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for veteran’s consideration.

See “Special Notes to Applicants” section above

Job Summary:

This posting is for a pooled position. Application submissions for “[ POOL ]” positions are accepted on an ongoing basis to ensure a continuous and ready pool of qualified candidates for immediate review when the need arises. If/when a position becomes available, the College will review applications from this pool, and interview candidates whose qualifications best match the specific opening.

*Applicants must reapply to the pool annually to maintain their active status in the pool.

• Prepare and develop materials for classes utilizing approved course outcomes in a variety of teaching modalities. Depending on the course assignment, you may be asked to use a curriculum developed by the department.
• Complete all administrative tasks associated with teaching a course: assign and grade student work, establish reasonable communication with students, report student attainment of course outcomes, maintain student records, comply with college policies and processes related to teaching workload.
• Keep abreast of development in subject area, educational technology, innovative teaching techniques, and continuously strive for professional improvement.
• Establish and maintain opportunities for reasonable and consistent out-of-class contact with students.
• Exemplify and promote the mission of LBCC .
• Connect students to college support services and resources to promote student success and retention. Maintain reasonable communication with college support services to this end.
• Work effectively with students and staff of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds and ages. Promote both a classroom environment and a curriculum of equity and inclusivity.
• Interact with supervisors, colleagues, and staff as part of a team.
• Participate as assigned in occasional department and advisory meetings.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office or classroom setting with minimal exposure to safety or health hazards.

Education and Experience

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Master’s degree in political science or related field, OR a master’s degree in another field and a minimum of 27 graduate quarter (or 18 semester) hours in the primary field to be taught; or equivalency.

Click here for the related fields and equivalency document.

Provisional: bachelor’s degree plus 27 graduate quarter hours in the above field(s) AND in active pursuit of master’s degree or doctorate. Applicants hired under this qualification will be approved to teach in a provisional capacity until proof of completion of the minimum qualifications is provided to the college.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

N/A

Employment Requirement

Employment Requirement Criminal Background Check - C4

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

• Unofficial Academic Transcript showing qualifying degree.
• List of 3 Professional References

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click here for a list of agencies who perform this service.

U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for veteran’s consideration.

To read the current Part-time Faculty Association Agreement, please click here.

Salary and Compensation Information:

Courses are paid on a per-credit basis. New Part-time Faculty begin at Step 1 of the pay scale, with steps being “rolled” once per term, if eligible.

• Table 1 illustrates the cost per credit for each step on the pay scale. Instructors new to the College typically start at the rate listed in column 1.
• Table 3 illustrates the compensation per hour for meetings, training, advising, curriculum development, or other related work.

Additionally, please note:

• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.
• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.
• Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at [e-mail]

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Posting Number:

Posting Number: 0601274-NC

Posting Date:

Posting Date: 07/29/2026

Closing Date:

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * LBCC requires all employees to maintain a primary physical residence within the State of Oregon. Remote work is not available to individuals residing outside Oregon. If you are currently located out-of-state, are you willing to relocate to Oregon before your work assignment begins?
  • I am currently a resident of the State of Oregon
  • Yes - I am willing to relocate to the State of Oregon if I am offered the position
  • No - I am only interested in remote work
• * The College is unable to support employment-based visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B). Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for a work visa?
  • Yes - I will need future work sponsorship for a work visa
  • No - I will not need future work sponsorship for a work visa