Short-Term Instructional - Humanities

UWGBY University of Wisconsin Green Bay; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin‑Green Bay is seeking a Short‑Term Instructional – Humanities adjunct instructor for the Humanities department. The posting covers vacancies from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 and will place applicants into a general candidate pool for future openings.

Respondents may be contacted when positions become available; a pre-employment education check, criminal background check, and compliance with state hiring policies will apply.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field is required.

Education

Master's degree in related field

Job description

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Position Title

Short-Term Instructional - Humanities

Job Category

Academic Staff

Employment Type

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Job Profile

Adjunct Instructor

Job Duties

Applications will be considered for vacancies that occur from July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027. UW-Green Bay welcomes the submission of credentials from persons interested in short-term instructional employment in the department of Humanities (Humanities - UW-Green Bay). This posting does not apply to a specific current opening. Respondents to this posting will be included in a general candidate pool for the department and may be contacted when positions become available.

Key Job Responsibilities

Department: Humanities

Required Qualifications

Masters Degree in related field

Conditions of Appointment

A pre-employment education check which includes, but is not limited to, the verification of academic credentials will be conducted on the finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence. In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.

Benefit Details

• annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family
• dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service
• The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation
• eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%
• This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave
• Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type
• UW System Employee Benefits Brochure Total Compensation Estimator Employee Misconduct
• For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of employee misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

Confidentiality Statement

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis.Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

Annual Security Report

For more information regarding the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and the surrounding area, see our Campus and Community section. For Campus Safety information see our University Police website and our Annual Security Report (for a paper copy please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone]). This report includes statistics about reported crimes, as well as information about crime prevention and campus security policies and procedures.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

The Universities of Wisconsin serve approximately 161,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the Universities of Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Nearly 90 percent of in-state Universities of Wisconsin graduates stay in Wisconsin five years after earning a degree – with a median salary of more than $66,000. The Universities of Wisconsin provides a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. The Universities of Wisconsin and its employees are purpose-driven, people-focused, and committed to stewardship.