Part-Time Instructor: Facilities Management

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $1,575-$3,400 and would also be based on the specific number of courses assigned and enrollment numbers

Application Window

Open date: February 5, 2026
Next review date: Friday, Feb 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Thursday, Feb 4, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

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 Facilities Management Program. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and/or teaching experience in the topics of Energy Management and Principles of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning.

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 clearly outline the grading policies for the course
Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes, and assign grades
Submit final student grades to the transcript system by set deadlines
Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner
Address student inquiries about final grades and consult with Director 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 in the classroom inclusive of 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 in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum

Our curriculum is constantly updated and tailored to bring students the background, expertise, and business practices to remain competitive and advance their careers. Taught by qualified practitioners, our courses feature practical applications, underlying rationale, and current issues, all of which can be immediately utilized in and applied to our students' work environments.

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 the Spring quarter, beginning March 2025.

Course Description: Energy Management for Facilities Managers

Today's successful facility managers are multi-dimensional professionals with a broad array of skills that are critical to the success of any organization. One of these critical must have skill is the effective management of facility energy cost and consumption. More and more companies today are learning that clean energy and efficient use of utility resources are not only integral to corporate environmental sustainability but are also a must to keep corporate operating cost down to stay competitive in today's era of lean budgets. This course will provide the foundational knowledge and fundamental skills that every Facility Manager needs to be a well-rounded professional and make an immediate impact in a company's quest towards achieving a sustainable and cost-effective energy program.

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

Describe the Energy Management process.
Measure and benchmark building energy performance
Perform basic energy accounting
Recognize best practices in building energy efficiency
Describe the building energy audit process
Identify Smart Building technologies for energy efficiency
Recognize and provide examples of clean energy resources
Create a virtual toolbox of Energy Management resources

Course Description: Principles of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Facilities managers play a pivotal role in overseeing the seamless operations of diverse facility functions, frequently confronting recurring challenges related to air conditioning systems. The course, designed to provide facilities professionals with a strong foundation in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) principles, extends its benefits to anyone involved in supervisory or managerial roles within a facilities management organization, as well as those operating in environments where technical, professional, or trade personnel are actively engaged. The course includes an analysis of typical HVAC systems and the types of equipment commonly encountered in commercial or industrial buildings.

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

Develop practical knowledge about the HVAC system, process, and terms to facilitate critical decision-making, meaningful dialogue, and communication with administrators, peers, maintenance staff, engineers, and contractors.
Apply concepts to troubleshoot and optimize HVAC operations related to ventilation systems, boilers, chillers, and cooling towers in real-world environments.
Analyze typical HVAC systems and equipment commonly found in commercial or industrial settings.

Individuals hired to teach these courses must understand that all such agreements with the University are made on a course-by-course basis and that the instructor will be made no guarantee of continual involvement with the University in any capacity.
Full program details can be found on our program page: Facilities Management

Qualifications

Basic

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 facilities 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 international professionals and students

Preferred

Experience designing/revising curriculum and measuring student performance
College-level teaching experience (or the corporate equivalent)

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter (Optional)

Reference requirements

3 required (contact information only)

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