Environmental Management and Environmental Health & Safety, Department of Applied Sciences - Adjunct Faculty

University of Maryland Global Campus

4d • $806 - $1,645 • Remote

About The Position

University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) seeks adjunct faculty to teach online for the Master of Science in Environmental Management program & Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health & Safety program. This position is specifically to teach online. UMGC is committed to helping students achieve success not only with us, but also in their professional fields. As a result, we actively seek faculty members who are scholar-practitioners: professionals who are actively and successfully engaged in their field who additionally wish to help the next generation of professionals grow in their knowledge and expertise through education.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in environmental management, environmental science, health and safety, or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Professional experience in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, and Environmental Safety.
• Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
• This position is specifically to teach online.

Nice To Haves

• Terminal degree in environmental management, environmental science, physical sciences, or closely related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Evidence of continual professional development in Environmental Management fields.
• Experience in one or more of the following environmental topics: fire prevention and protection, safety and security management, ergonomics, and environmental economics.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage students through frequent interaction that motivates them to succeed, and conveys a genuine energy and enthusiasm for their learning.
• Guide students in active collaboration and the application of their learning in problem- and project-based learning demonstrations.
• Provide rich and regular constructive feedback, utilizing rubrics effectively for the assessment of student work, and acknowledging student accomplishments.
• Demonstrate relevant and current subject-matter expertise, and help students connect concepts across their academic program.
• Provide feedback to your program chair on possible curricular improvements.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date. NOTE: Adjuncts are not eligible for the State of Maryland subsidized rates. Adjuncts would be responsible for the total cost if enrolled.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level