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At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
About this role Adjunct instructors are temporary part-time positions utilized on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the College. Responsible for instructing college students in accordance with educational theories and techniques. Develops discipline related curriculum according to course learning outcomes and assesses student learning. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques, and delivery methods designed to meet multiple learning styles of students. Maintains college and department standards in support of the College's mission and strategic plan. Must have the ability to work a fluctuating schedule to include evenings and weekends.
Work schedule varies according to teaching assignment.
What an Adjunct Instructor’s Day looks like:
- Develops, maintains, interprets, and executes administrative procedures and practices. This activity includes developing and maintaining manuals regarding the College's policies, procedures, rules, and standards.
- Analyzes class and program needs of the College. Determines and recommends the retention or deletion of courses.
- Develops and coordinates program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates. Maintains calendar as necessary to track these schedules and adjusts as required.
- Assist students and program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities.
We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
- Master’s degree and 18 graduate credit hours in Construction Management or related discipline as appropriate to the program AND two years of related experience in the “Areas of Related Industry Experience” listed below
- OR Bachelor’s degree or higher in construction management or a related discipline AND three years of related industry experience in in the “Areas of Related Industry Experience” listed below
- OR Associates degree in Construction Management or a related discipline and four years of related experience in the “Areas of Related Industry Experience” listed below
Areas of Related Industry Experience
- Residential and Commercial materials and methods.
- Experience with technical drawings and software.
- Building codes and ordinances
- LEED and the Green Building Initiative with experience on renewable energy and construction material as it relates to construction materials and processes.
- Construction surveying methods.
- Construction estimating with experience in residential and commercial takeoffs, specification, and plan review.
- Scheduling and planning methods. Knowledge of various industry software applications used to aid contractors in the scheduling and planning of projects
- Environmental health and safety, experience with OSHA procedures and site safety practices in an industrial setting.
AND Documentation in two or more of the following:
- a. Teaching and/or industry training experience in Construction Management or construction-related industry consistent with professional associations
- b. Documented relevant additional coursework beyond the bachelor's degree, equivalent to 18 semester hours or equivalent subject matter coursework, CEU's, vendor, or military.
- c. General Contractor/ Building Inspector
- d. Current industry-recognized certification within the field of construction management (certified building inspector, OSHA Construction industry trainer, certified construction manager, etc.)
Knowledge of:
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
- Utilize instructional learning management systems
Ability to:
- Interact positively with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Work Environment and Physical Demand:
- Reach and grasp objects
- Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Use of video display terminal
- Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Communicate information orally and in writing
- Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Proofread and check documents for accuracy
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the job's essential functions. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Pay Rates:
Standard hourly rates vary based on the assigned course level and educational credentials.
Must have the ability to work a fluctuating schedule to include evenings and weekends.
Degrees earned in the United States must be conferred by an accredited institution of higher education recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. To view a listing of the accredited organizations, please visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Degrees earned outside the United States must be validated by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). An evaluation report from an accrediting organization must be attached prior to the application closing date of each position. To view a listing of the current members of (NACES), please visit https://www.naces.org/members.
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Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:
- Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
- Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.
- An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
- The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.
Application Deadline This position is open until filled