"Course Developer/Instructor, Benerd College (Temporary Employee Pool) (Faculty)"

Course Developer/Instructor, Benerd College (Temporary Employee Pool) (Faculty)

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions:

Benerd College at the University of the Pacific invites applications for a part time, non-tenure track position as a Course Developer/Instructor in the Department of Career and Continuing Education.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide instruction that adheres to course hour requirements (depending on the course/contract).
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource to students within given course assignment.
• Ensure syllabus, course materials, evaluations and assessments, are consistent with University policy and best practices.

Non-tenure-track faculty members collaborate in fulfilling the University's mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities.

Essential Functions:

• Design and conduct educational programs and courses of instruction in accordance with the policies of the University.
• Actively participate in the comprehensive planning or review of the development and quality improvement of the educational programs and courses of study, assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of such programs and courses, and to make recommendations to the Deans and Provost concerning the educational mission, programs, and policies of the University.
• Recommend educational policies and degree requirements which effectively carry out the mission of the University.
• Advise students on academic progress, and recommend student candidates for earned degrees.
• Participate in the selection, evaluation, and advancement of faculty and academic administrators.
• Contribute to the advancement of knowledge through open inquiry, creative activity and research as appropriate.
• Participate in service as requested or required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree or earned doctorate with relevant background to course(s) being taught.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in a professional environment or in higher education.
• A master's degree or its equivalent in the field of specialization and promise of teaching success and of scholarly or artistic achievements; a candidate without a master's degree must have equivalent educational or professional experience in the appropriate area of instructional responsibility, and the recommendation for appointment must contain a statement of this equivalence. The rank of Instructor is not a tenure eligible appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communication.
• FERPA training. Annual sexual harassment prevention training.
• Criminal background check.
• Experience online teaching depending on course assignment.
• An earned doctorate or terminal degree in the field of specialization.
• Published research in field of specialization.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: May require extended periods of sitting and standing, bending and stooping, and occasional walking. Work is primarily performed in a standard office, classroom, or online environment.

Special Instructions: Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Course Proposal (Submit under "Other Document")

Optional Documents

1. Resume

THIS POSTING IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AN OPEN POSITION. Your application will be active for 90 days. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and are reviewed by the hiring department as openings become available. To maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply.

To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/31572