"Part-Time Instructor: Contract Management"

Position Overview

Salary Range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $1400 - $3000 and would also be based on the specific number of courses assigned and enrollment numbers.

Application Window

• Open date: February 4, 2025
• Most recent review date: Monday, Mar 24, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
• Final date: Tuesday, Jan 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Position Description

The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) is a self-supporting unit within the University of California. Funding is generated through fees collected from a diverse, complex, and ever-changing student population. Part-time instructor positions are on a course by course contracted basis. This is NOT a faculty position.

Online teaching positions are now available in the Contract Management Certificate Program. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in the topic of Contract Management.

Specific Instructor Duties

• Develop and/or update course syllabi in consultation with the UCI DCE Business Programs Manager as assigned and using approved syllabus template.
• Prepare and deliver online course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format.
• Develop video and recorded lectures and/or PowerPoint-style presentations with audio, forum discussions, and synchronous sessions, among other things for course materials and assessments.
• Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform.
• Clearly communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students and outline the grading policies for the course.
• Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades accordingly.
• Submit final student grades to the transcript system by established deadlines.
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely and professional manner.
• Address student inquiries about final grades and consult with Director/Program Manager as needed.
• Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice.
• Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by UC Irvine.
• Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including completing all hiring paperwork and signing quarterly contracts.
• Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies that are inclusive to both domestic and international student populations.
• Allow students to review their final exams/papers for up to 13 months following the last class session.
• Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (e.g., making arrangements for guest speakers, etc.).
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning.
• Periodically update materials and regularly monitor course evaluations to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum.

Part-time, temporary assignments are on an as-needed basis. This is an ONGOING recruitment. We accept part-time instructor applications all year long; when the division has a need to fill, we refer to the 'pool' of applications on file. We are looking specifically for instructors who are qualified to teach the following course(s) as early as Spring quarter (beginning March 2025).

Course Description: Contract Negotiation

Gain the competitive edge by learning the contract negotiation process for both commercial and government contracting from beginning to end. Study the skills, tools, and best practices for contract planning and negotiations through case studies, proven processes, and checklists. Building good relationships, dealing with obstacles in negotiations, and steps to creating a successful performance-- based contract will be explored.

At the end of this course, students will be able to: [list of learning outcomes]

Course Description: Financial Aspects of Business Contracts

Learn to evaluate a potential supplier's or customer's financial stability and ability to meet contractual and financial commitments through use of balance sheets and income statements. Gain knowledge on structuring contract cash flows through invoice timing, pricing, overhead considerations, advance payments, letters of credit as well as available financial funding sources. Obtain knowledge of accounting systems, budgeting, reporting, auditing, and settlements used in industry, as well as how to enhance the profitability of your business through prudent contracting financial practices.

At the end of this course, students will be able to: [list of learning outcomes]

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application)

• Advanced degree from an accredited institution
• Extensive background and current work experience in the contract management field

Additional

• A minimum of 5 years professional work experience in the contract management field
• Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in subject area
• Must be committed to the highest level of academic standards and integrity
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information
• Highly effective interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in (or willingness to learn) the use of instructional technology and online teaching tools
• Current participation in professional associations
• Comfort in dealing with working professionals and students

Preferred

• Current CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM certification
• Experience designing/revising curriculum and measuring student performance
• College-level teaching experience (or the corporate equivalent)
• Experience teaching online

Application Requirements

Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter

Reference requirements
4 required (contact information only)

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Job location: Online