Professional Development Trainer/Bootcamp Instructor, ASCENT - Panama City Campus (Multiple Positions) (Part-time, OPS)

Location

Panama City, FL

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Job ID

61872

Department

ASCENT - Office of Professional Engagement and Learning (OPEL)

Responsibilities

• Providing classroom, online, or hybrid instruction in professional development and bootcamp formats.
• Fulfilling all contractual obligations during the term.
• Delivering training sessions aligned with pre-approved curricula and industry standards.
• Preparing thoroughly for each session and adhering to schedules.
• Leveraging modern teaching technologies, including learning management systems (LMS) and web-conferencing tools.
• Engaging learners actively, providing timely responses to questions and offering support or referrals when necessary.
• Collaborating with ASCENT staff to ensure seamless delivery and high-quality learner experiences.
• Assisting in the development and refinement of training content, as needed.
• Maintaining accurate records of attendance, grades, and evaluations, as applicable.
• Completing annual compliance training and adhering to university policies.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by the OPEL Program Manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant industry certifications, coupled with two or more years of field experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven expertise in the subject areas being taught (e.g., technology, business, healthcare, etc.).
• Certifications in relevant tools or technologies (e.g., cybersecurity, IT, programming languages, project management, etc.).
• Post-secondary teaching or training experience preferred.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development through education, certifications, or other activities.
• Proficiency with teaching technologies, including LMS platforms, lecture-capture tools, and synchronous online engagement software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to engage others.

Contact Info

Heidi Gentry - hg13b@fsu.edu

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an OPS/temporary job.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

The position is anticipated to begin late Spring 2026.

This position requires a flexible schedule for trainings and occasional classes that start outside normal business.

This position may be located on site at any of the eight counties in the panhandle region.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.