Temporary Adjunct Professional Development Trainer

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Tuition reimbursement/waiver

403(b) retirement plan

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

9.5 Paid Holidays

Institutional closing pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) Workforce Solutions seeks qualified adjunct instructors to deliver engaging, high-quality professional development training for business, industry, government, healthcare, education, and community organizations.

Adjunct instructors will facilitate workforce training programs in areas such as leadership development, communication skills, conflict management, team building, customer service, emotional intelligence, workplace professionalism,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Three years of professional leadership/training experience.
• Experience facilitating training and presenting professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructor-led professional development courses in classroom, virtual, or hybrid formats.
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences and encourage participation and practical application.
• Customize content and materials to meet client and industry needs.
• Develop and update course materials, presentations, and assessments as needed.
• Evaluate learning outcomes and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate attendance and training records.

Skills

Public speaking

Facilitation

Adult learning

Presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Leadership, Education, Communications, Psychology, or related

Job description

Title: Temporary Adjunct Professional Development Trainer

Salary Range:$varies

Contract Term Length:Not Applicable

Standard Hours:varies

Work Location:On- Site

FLSA Status:

College: Big Sandy Community & Technical College

Campus Location: BSCTC - Prestonsburg Campus

Department: Workforce Solutions

Total Rewards

Big Sandy Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) Workforce Solutions seeks qualified adjunct instructors to deliver engaging, high-quality professional development training for business, industry, government, healthcare, education, and community organizations. Adjunct instructors will facilitate workforce training programs in areas such as leadership development, communication skills, conflict management, team building, customer service, emotional intelligence, workplace professionalism, supervisory skills, change management, and other organizational development topics. Adjunct instructors are responsible for creating a positive learning environment, delivering interactive instruction, and helping participants develop practical skills that improve workplace performance and organizational effectiveness.

Job Duties

• Deliver instructor‑led professional development courses in a classroom, virtual, or hybrid format.
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences that encourage participation, discussion, and practical application.
• Customize training content, activities, and examples to meet client and industry needs.
• Develop and update course materials, presentations, handouts, and assessments as needed.
• Evaluate participant learning outcomes and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate attendance, training records, and required documentation.
• Collaborate with Workforce Solutions staff to ensure quality program delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate current knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and adult learning principles.
• Travel to training locations throughout the service region as needed.
• Adhere to BSCTC and KCTCS policies, procedures, and professional standards.

Instructors may teach one or more of the following

• Leadership and Supervisory Skills
• Conflict Resolution and Conflict Management
• Effective Communication
• Team Building and Collaboration
• Customer Service Excellence
• Emotional Intelligence
• Workplace Professionalism
• Time Management and Productivity
• Coaching and Employee Development
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
• Change Management
• Workplace Ethics
• Presentation and Public Speaking Skills
• Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving
• Employee Engagement and Retention

This is a part-time, temporary adjunct position. Assignments are based on Workforce Solutions training needs, instructor expertise, client demand, and course availability. Hours and schedules will vary and may include daytime, evening, or weekend training opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Education, Communications, Psychology, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in leadership, training, human resources, organizational development, management, education, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating training, teaching, presenting, or leading professional development programs.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and workforce development practices.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences and adapt instructional methods to varying learning styles.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to establish credibility with professionals across industries and organizational levels.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple training assignments.
• Ability to stand and present for extended periods.
• Ability to travel throughout the service area and occasionally beyond.
• Ability to operate standard office and instructional technology equipment.

Additional Skills Requested

Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.