Engineering Adjunct

Olympic College • Bremerton Campus, WA

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Olympic College is recruiting adjunct faculty to teach college-level courses in Statics and Thermodynamics or related engineering subjects. The position focuses on student-centered learning, closing achievement gaps, supporting diversity and social justice learning opportunities, and using data-informed instructional decisions. Adjunct appointments are contracted quarterly; the applicant pool is continuously open, applications remain active for 12 months, and applying does not guarantee an available position or offer.

Faculty teach in accordance with the college catalog, course schedules and outlines, syllabi, and departmental guidelines. Duties include preparation and grading, providing syllabi, maintaining accurate course and student records, communicating promptly with students and colleagues, and performing other related duties. Evening or weekend instruction, teaching at satellite campuses, and off-campus assignments or travel may be part of the instructional load. Flexibility is required to meet departmental needs.

The role calls for engaging instruction that supports diverse learners through varied teaching methods and modalities, including technology and learning management systems for web-enhanced, hybrid, or online instruction. Successful applicants demonstrate a commitment to accessibility, cultural awareness, multicultural understanding, effective communication, collaboration, professional ethics, and Olympic College’s mission and learning-centered climate.

The listed salary is $1,000 per credit hour. Final contracts and placement on the faculty salary schedule depend on educational qualifications, applicable credits, and experience. Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits at initial hire; eligibility may begin after working at least 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters, subject to applicable rules. Candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States, and the employee must reside in Washington State within a reasonable distance of campus. A background check and required Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form are part of the hiring process.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Currently authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Must reside in Washington State within a reasonable distance of campus at the time of hiring.
• Submit official, unopened transcripts to Human Resources within 30 days of employment.
• Complete a background check and the required Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate commitment to teaching diverse students and supporting accessibility, cultural awareness, and a learning-centered climate.

Nice To Haves

• College-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach college-level courses in Statics, Thermodynamics, or related engineering subjects in accordance with the college catalog, class schedule, course outlines, syllabus, and departmental guidelines.
• Prepare for classes, provide quality instruction, and grade student work.
• Provide course syllabi to enrolled students and to the division office when requested.
• Maintain and provide accurate, complete course and student records in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain clear and punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Use varied teaching methods and modalities, including technology, to engage diverse student populations and support student success.
• Incorporate learning management systems and technology to support web-enhanced, hybrid, and/or online instruction.
• Provide accommodations through course materials and classroom activities as needed, with attention to accessibility and universal design.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.
• Meet instructional needs that may include evening or weekend classes, satellite-campus teaching, and off-campus assignments or travel.

Benefits

• Adjuncts may become eligible after meeting the stated workload threshold for two consecutive quarters: Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan; sick leave; Aflac; space-available tuition waiver; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); fitness center; reduced-rate and priority consideration for on-site childcare, subject to space availability.

What This Job Offers

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