Los Rios Community College District

Drafting Adjunct Assistant Professor

Closes: Dec 8, 2026

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position.

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

The Department’s primary focus:

The Design and Engineering Technology Department Faculty celebrate the opportunity to provide learning materials to their students that reflect their personal expertise in their primary area of interest.

Faculty are encouraged to provide Zero Textbook Cost courses to students.

Workbooks are available for DESGN 301

Faculty are also encouraged to use their personal experience to help prepare students for the workforce in keeping with our department and college mission statements and learning objectives. Examples of this might include preparing portfolios, resumes, and cover letters as part of instructional activities as well as providing job references after graduation when appropriate.

The department maintains a focus on:

Collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines at ARC and our sister colleges.
Close ties with our industry partners and our student’s future employers is a key component of our faculty responsibilities.

American River College is committed to employees:

Actively demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusion
Engaging in self-reflection and continuous improvement regarding individuals and their cultural competence
Exercising responsibility and accountability for actions
Viewing students, ALL students, as equally capable and worthy of our care, time and energy
Demonstrating appreciation and respect for others’ perspectives and lived experience

Position Salary Information:
Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupation al experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here .

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

DESGN 270 Intro to Applied Drone Technology
DESGN 271 Survey of Applied Drone Tech in Design
DESGN 295 Independent Studies in Design Technology
DESGN 298 Work Experience in Design Technology
DESGN 299 Experimental Offering in Design Technology
DESGN 300 Introduction to Design Resources
DESGN 301 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD)
DESGN 302 Technical Documentation with CADD
DESGN 303 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting And Design - Drafting Tools
DESGN 304 Introduction To Applied Computer Aided Drafting and Design - Drafting Standards
DESGN 310 Graphic Analysis and Documentation DESGN 320 Three Dimensional Graphics and Design
DESGN 325 Architectural Modeling and Design
DESGN 328 Engineering Modeling and Design
DESGN 331 Machine Design
DESGN 340 Architecture and Construction
DESGN 351 Surveying For Architectural Design
DESGN 352 Land Planning For Architectural Design
DESGN 360 Commercial Engineering Design and Drafting
DESGN 361 Commercial MEP Design

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage:

ARC Programs and Majors

Minimum Qualifications

Have a bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience; OR, any associate degree and six years of professional experience; OR the equivalent*. Professional experience must be directly related to the assignment being taught. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Application Instructions

Before You Apply:

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

Applicants must submit the following

Los Rios Community College District Application
Letter of Interest
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation ( see Transcript Requirements )
Equivalency Determination Request Form (if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements )

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word).
If the degree title differs, or if it contains added, missing, or rearranged words, applicants must submit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See the Equivalency Determination Process webpage for details.
- Example : If a master’s in Psychology is required but your transcript lists Counseling Psychology, and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submitted.
Previously granted equivalency in the discipline applying for must be attached for verification. Email hr-recruitment@losrios.edu for a replacement copy.

Transcript Requirements:

Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institution or approved foreign evaluation agency.
Foreign transcripts are not accepted . For coursework and degrees completed outside the U.S., upload a foreign transcript evaluation.
Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details.
If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g., a bachelor’s and a master’s), separate transcripts for each degree must be included .
Transcripts must clearly identify the institution's name, degree title, major and/or certifications. Highlight or circle this information.
Transcripts must indicate whether each degree is completed (confer date) or in progress .
If the degree is in progress, the application must state the month and year the degree is expected to be attained.
Only official or unofficial transcripts are accepted to verify education. Graduate advising documents, grade reports, course listings, diplomas, and similar materials will not be accepted in place of transcripts.
Applicants are responsible for concealing any sensitive information from their transcripts, such as full birthdate, social, or other personal data, if preferred not to disclose.

Additional Instructions:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
Applications that state “see other documents” such as “see resume” or “see transcripts,” will be disqualified.
Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.

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