Adjunct Instructor 1 - Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL)

Ferris State University • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Part-time doctoral-level teaching in the area of community college/higher education governance and policy at campus locations and online (hybrid delivery). In addition to teaching, part-time faculty are also responsible for typical course-related tasks (assessment, course development, and quarterly faculty meetings). The anticipated start date of this position is August 2025. This is a pooled position. Applications will be held until vacancies occur, when qualified candidates may be contacted. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes semester-by-semester. All DCCL courses are hybrid with some face-to-face and some online instruction. Candidates must reside in Michigan, Illinois (excluding Chicago), Indiana, Kentucky, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, or Wisconsin following acceptance of employment.

Requirements

• PhD, EdD, or JD relevant to the Doctorate in Community College Leadership (DCCL) program.
• Executive-level leadership/administration experience in a community college or other higher education organization.
• Teaching experience within higher education.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral teaching experience.
• Online teaching experience.
• Certificate in Online Teaching.
• Relevant administrative experience in community colleges.

Responsibilities

• Teach doctorate-level courses in the DCCL program via mixed delivery.
• Keep regular posted office hours scheduled at times convenient for students.
• Participate in traditional functions which have academic significance (e.g., reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
• May be required to teach off-campus or in an online environment.
• Cultivate an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences.
• Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Perform any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Benefits

• Part-time faculty position with flexible teaching options.
• Opportunity to engage in a diverse and inclusive academic environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees