Spring 2027 Leadership Skills Minor Lecturer and Coadjutant Instructors

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and leave

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employee and

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

Job summary

Rutgers University–New Brunswick invites applications for part-time Spring 2027 Leadership Skills Minor Lecturer and Co-Adjutant Instructors in the Rutgers Cooperative Extension. Responsibilities include teaching selected courses in Leadership Skills and Non-Profit Leadership, with online teaching opportunities via CANVAS.

Minimum qualifications: master’s degree with two years teaching experience; online CANVAS teaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters degree with two years teaching experience.
• Online CANVAS teaching experience preferred.
• Professional work experience typical for part-time faculty.

Responsibilities

• Teach selected course(s) in Leadership Skills and Non-Profit Leadership.
• Online teaching opportunities available via CANVAS.
• Be present on campus for meetings and student interactions as needed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication

Education

Master's degree

PhD preferred

Tools

CANVAS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Spring 2027 Leadership Skills Minor Lecturer and Coadjutant Instructors

Department: Rutgers Cooperative Extension

Salary Details: The minimum rate of pay for this role is $2,777 per credit. Compensation below this minimum may be provided in accordance with employment status, collective bargaining agreements, and institutional guidelines.

Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension seeks academics or highly qualified practitioners to add to our talented pool of Lecturers and Co-Adjutant instructors. Successful candidates will assume responsibility for selected course(s) in our undergraduate Leadership Skills and/or Non-Profit Minors. Online teaching opportunities are available for the upcoming semester.

More info regarding these programs can be found at: https://sebs.rutgers.edu/minors/leadership-skills/

https://sebs.rutgers.edu/minors/nonprofit-leadership/

Position Status: Part Time

Posting Number: 26FA0823

Posting Open Date: 10/16/2026

Posting Close Date: 10/25/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Candidates must have a minimum of a master's degree with two years teaching experience; doctoral or other terminal degree preferred. Professional work experience is typical for our part‑time faculty. Although not required, online teaching experience using CANVAS preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Master's Degree

Preferred Qualifications

Online teaching experience using CANVAS

Equipment Utilized

Microsoft Office Suite, CANVAS

Physical Demands and Work Environment

All teaching positions require the instructor to be present on campus to meet with students, attend faculty meetings, etc. as needed.

Overview

Employers consistently report leadership as a key skill that is increasingly important in the workplace and increasingly difficult to find among job applicants. Prospective employees with knowledge and experience in leadership have an important competitive edge over others. Students who obtain a Minor in Leadership Skills/Non-Profit Leadership will have that edge, setting them apart from other students in their career search.

Through the Minors in Leadership Skills/Non-Profit Leadership, students will develop and hone their knowledge and skills in critical areas including group processes, team dynamics, ethics, conflict management, communication and advocacy. Students will develop a personal leadership philosophy, apply critical thinking skills, and hone their leadership style. Whether students continue on to graduate school, enter the workforce, or choose another path, they will have the knowledge, perspective and skills to make a leadership contribution in their future endeavors.

Posting Details

Quick Link to Posting

https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/281317

Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Cook (RU-New Brunswick)

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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