Adjunct Instructor, Firearms Technology

Flathead Valley Community College•Kalispell, MT

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Adjunct is responsible for teaching courses in the Firearms CTS and AAS programs. Courses may include alternative delivery methods; day, evening or weekend times. This position begins July 2026.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher in a Firearms Technologies/Gunsmithing related field OR completion of a professional or certified Firearms/Gunsmithing program, OR Minimum of 10 years of verified work experience as a Gunsmith
Ability to effectively and safely teach content and technical material
Effective organizational and leadership skills
Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environment
Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community and students
Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC
Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships
Ability to follow and issue instructions
Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Ability to perform a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in a Firearms/Gunsmithing related field
Proven knowledge of the Firearms industry and machining
Experience teaching in a secondary, post-secondary or higher education environment
Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations

Responsibilities

Provides career oriented instruction and support to students to assist them in the development and/or improvement of firearms technology skills
Provides quality instruction by using effective lesson plan development and strategies
Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner for successful student learning outcomes.
Fosters positive student and community relations.
Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements.
Integrates subject area with other related curricula.
Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process.
Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment.
Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed.
Performs other duties as assigned.