Responsible for delivering instruction in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) courses in accordance with industry standards and Jackson College's curriculum. This role focuses on preparing students for employment and industry certifications through hands-on learning and theory-based instruction. Courses may be taught on campus, at off-site locations, or online. Adjunct faculty are expected to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment, promote student…
success, and stay current with industry practices.
Essential Functions
- Deliver engaging instruction in one or more of the following areas: refrigeration, air conditioning, heating systems, HVAC electrical systems, system diagnostics, and EPA refrigerant handling.
- Teach course(s) as assigned and outlined in the approved course syllabus, ensuring coverage of all required competencies and learning outcomes.
- Utilize and maintain college-provided lab equipment and instructional tools, including those supplied by vendors such as Amatrol.
- Support student learning through timely feedback, hands-on demonstrations, and real-world application of concepts.
- Ensure safe lab practices and enforce proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools.
- Submit attendance records, grades, and other required documentation in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with full-time faculty and the Dean to maintain instructional quality and align with program goals.
Adjuncts are required to ensure full and timely compliance with all approved student accessibility accommodations and to provide equitable access to course materials, instruction, assessments, and learning activities in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, College policies, and established accessibility procedures. Adjuncts are expected to work collaboratively with the College's Accommodations and Student Resources staff to implement approved accommodations while maintaining appropriate confidentiality and academic standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in the field of study and two (2) years of successful experience in the field; OR Associate degree in the field of study and five (5) years of successful experience in the field; OR State of Michigan Mechanical Contractors License and six (6) years of successful experience OR Seven (7) years of successful experience in the field with recognized industry certification.
EPA 208 certification with type 1 and 2 endorsements
Supplemental Information
Jackson College only accepts on-line applications though this system. For assistance with this, please call 517-796-8468.
Please use your legal first and last names on your application. If you are selected, you will have the opportunity to identify and utilize your preferred name.
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess (even if you are repeating it from your resume or cover letter). For instance, do not say, "See Resume." Your resume and an unofficial transcript for the degree required must be attached to your application. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.
When you apply for the position, you will get to the document upload area where you will be given an opportunity to attach your documents. Instructions will also be found there.
Unofficial transcripts may be used as part of the selection process however those selected to teach at Jackson College will be required to provide official transcripts for all degrees held.
Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background as part of the employment process.
Jackson College is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.
Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.
Adjunct instructors are not employed directly by Jackson College with the exception of those receiving a pension from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System. All others are employed by EDUStaff, LLC. If you are selected to teach at Jackson College you will be required to complete EDUStaff's employment application and on-boarding processes.
A copy of Jackson College's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report is available on the JC Campus Safety & Security website. The security report contains crime statistics for the previous three years for all of our campus locations and the annual fire safety report, which contains statistics for any reported fires in campus housing units and fire safety systems in these buildings. Additionally, the report contains policies, available resources and information concerning personal safety, fire safety and reporting procedures for both crimes and fires.
Applicants have rights under Federal employment laws. Jackson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.