Adjunct Instructor - HVACR

Ferris State University•Big Rapids, MI

33d•Onsite

About The Position

The College of Engineering and Technology at Ferris State University invites applications for Adjunct Instructor positions in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) program. We seek a diverse pool of highly qualified individuals who are passionate about teaching and preparing the next generation of skilled HVACR technicians and industry professionals. Adjunct instructors may teach courses across a variety of HVACR-related disciplines, including residential and commercial HVAC systems, refrigeration, controls and automation, electrical fundamentals, system design, installation practices, diagnostics and troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, energy management, building systems, and emerging technologies within the industry. Candidates should possess expertise in one or more areas of HVACR systems, installation, service, maintenance, controls, or related technical fields and demonstrate a commitment to student success through applied, hands-on learning experiences. Ferris State University is committed to providing career-oriented, hands-on education that prepares students for successful careers and lifelong learning. Faculty members play a vital role in creating meaningful educational experiences that connect classroom learning with real-world application. The anticipated start dates for these positions are August 2026 at the earliest and January 2027 at the latest. Appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon program needs, enrollment, and available funding. Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's Campuses or approved FSU sites. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan by the first day of employment and will perform duties at a Ferris site. This is a pooled position. One or more applicants may be hired as needed to teach classes on a semester-by-semester basis. The selected candidate for this position must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future. The university will not assist with any F-1 EADs, OPT, H-1 B, etc.

Requirements

The standard to teach college credit courses at the associate degree level (1XX, 2XX) shall be the bachelor's (or higher) degree in the field or a closely related area.
The standard to teach college credit courses at the baccalaureate level (3XX, 4XX) shall be the master's degree in a field or a closely related area, or a master's degree and 18 graduate hours in the field.
The standard to teach college credit courses at the graduate level shall be a terminal degree in the field or a closely related area, or a practice terminal qualification as defined by the college faculty qualification guideline.
Faculty Qualification by Tested Experience
Tested experience may include discipline-specific certifications, licensure, and/or other approved non-degree credentials, and possess a breadth and depth of experience outside of the classroom in real-world situations relevant to the discipline or subfield for the specific course or courses they will teach.
Quality and Nature of Tested Experience
The quality and nature of the tested experience shall be at a professional level; demonstrate the integration and application of an appropriate body of knowledge; illustrate a progressive level of applied knowledge and responsible charge of professional work.
The experience shall demonstrate professional expertise at a level foundational to the development of professional judgment that safeguards public property and life safety.
The experience shall relate directly to the content of the course taught.
The experience shall be documented.
It should be noted that experience teaching in the discipline does not count toward tested experience.
The following combinations of education and experience shall be considered qualifying tested experience to teach at the associate's level (1xx, 2xx). The experience considered shall comply with the quality and nature of the tested experience defined above.
a bachelor's degree or higher out of the field, an associate's degree in the field, and 5 years of relevant industry experience.
a bachelor's degree out of field and 7 years of relevant industry experience.
an associate's degree in the field and 7 years of relevant industry experience.
The following combinations of education and experience shall be considered qualifying tested experience to teach at the baccalaureate level (3xx, 4xx). The experience considered shall comply with the quality and nature of the tested experience defined above.
A master's or higher-level degree out of field with at least one bachelor's or associate's degree in the field and 5 years of relevant industry experience directly related to the course taught.
a bachelor's degree in the field and 7 years of relevant industry experience directly related to the course taught; or an associate's degree in the field and any baccalaureate degree and 7 years of relevant industry experience.
Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.
Must reside in Michigan by the first day of employment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire without employer assistance or sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Meet established course outcomes.
Plan, deliver, and grade all course content and student work for assigned courses.
Conduct all classes, labs, or other assignments as directed in a professional manner.
The position may entail full-time or part-time teaching loads and related activities based on program needs.
Attendance at organizational meetings of the program, school, or college is highly recommended.
Close consultation with program faculty, as well as training via university-provided programs (where appropriate).
Maintain at least 1 hour per week per course section for office hours to meet with students outside of class or lecture at a time convenient to them.
Faculty may be required to teach off-campus or in an online environment.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
Faculty members also have professional responsibilities, which may include, but are not limited to, regularly scheduled office hours (at times convenient for students) and participation in traditional academic functions (e.g., reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time).
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.