Adjunct Professor of Political Science

If you would like tobookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. To email this position to a friend, click on the Email to a Friend link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the required documents: Cover letter, resume and transcript conferring a minimum of a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Political Science. Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Position Information Position Information (Default Section) Posting Number Posting Number Adjunct_0401959 Classification Title Classification Title Adjunct Professor Working Title Working Title Adjunct Professor of Political Science Datatel Position ID SOSC6ADJPOSC1A Annual Hours Annual Hours As needed or assigned Placement Range Placement Range $740 per Credit Hour Position Type Position Type Adjunct Faculty Job Category General Description An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. This instruction may take place in traditional, online, or off-campus courses. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole. What position does this position report to? What position does this position report to? Dean of the Division of Social Sciences What position(s) reports to this position? None Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle) Organization and attention to detail Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups Must be punctual Must be reliable and communicative with supervisor concerning scheduling, classes, and scheduled meetings. Physical Demands/Working Conditions

1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES :

This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom to perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to colleagues, students, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. This position requires the person to frequently operate a computer; other office machinery and mobile devices to perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of hands and wrists. This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.

3. VISUAL ACUITY :

This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

4. WORKING CONDITIONS

This position performs the essential functions in an indoor, classroom or office setting. Preferred Qualifications Experience in online instruction. Online teaching certification. Required Training Work Hours Day, evening, or weekend as well as campus and/or online as required by section assignment. Department Department Division of Social Sci. Job Open Date Job Open Date 08/10/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No HR Contact Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the required documents: Cover letter, resume and transcript conferring a minimum of a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Political Science. Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Job Duties Job Duties (Position Specific) (The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.) Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement) An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/director agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom. In addition to the primary responsibility for supporting student learning, an adjunct faculty member is expected to: Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department. Participate in the assessment of general education outcomes for the college. Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and College administrators. Attend meetings as required. Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline. Maintain license or professional certification specific to program requirements. Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments. Support the College’s vision, mission, goals, and priorities. Adjunct course assignments are made by the Department Chair. This position may teach the following courses: POLSC 1113 American Federal Government POLSC 2103 Introduction to Public Administration POLSC 2113 Introduction to State and Local Government POLSC 2223 Introduction to Law POLSC 2303 Introduction to International Relations POLSC 2603 Introduction to Comparative Politics POLSC 2623 Introduction to Political Theory Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures) Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures. Contribute to a safe educational & working environment. Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others. Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices. Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have at least a master's degree, including eighteen graduate hours in Political Science? Yes No * Have you attached all required documents? Yes No #J-18808-Ljbffr Oklahoma City Community College