Adjunct Professor of Sociology

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark 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 following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring Master’s degree and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Sociology or related field. 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 Posting Number: Adjunct_0401929 Classification Title: Adjunct Professor Working Title: Adjunct Professor of Sociology Datatel Position ID: SOSC6ADJSOCI1A Annual Hours: As needed or assigned Placement Range: $740 per Credit Hour Position Type: Adjunct Faculty Job Category: General General Description An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. The Adjunct Professor of Sociology may be assigned traditional on-campus courses or concurrent high school instruction on a high school campus. 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. Reports to: Dean of the Division of Social Sciences and Department Chair - Sociology. No positions report to this position. Master’s degree in Sociology or a Master’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Sociology. Applicant required to attach transcript conferring the required degree and graduate hours. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to work in person in the greater Oklahoma City area 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 Physical Demands/Working Conditions GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary work; the person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: The position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position. Communicate with colleagues and students to perform the essential functions; must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. Operate a computer; other office equipment and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents and answer email correspondence. VISUAL ACUITY: The position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. WORKING CONDITIONS: The position’s essential functions are performed in an indoor, classroom or office setting. Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching concurrent or dual-credit high school students. Required Training Not specified. Work Hours This adjunct position will be for teaching during the day‑time on OCCC campus or on a high school campus teaching concurrent high school students. Department Division of Social Sciences. Job Open Date 11/17/2023 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No HR Contact Not specified. Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring Master’s degree and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Sociology or related field. 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 (Position Specific) 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 department, division, and College meetings as required. Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline. Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments. Support the College’s vision, mission, goals, and priorities. Adjunct course schedules are assigned by the Department Chair. >This position may be expected to teach the following courses: SOC 1113 Introduction to Sociology SOC 2023 Social Problems SOC 2143 Race & Ethnicity in the United States SOC / PSY 2153 Fundamentals in Aging SOC 2213 Cultural Anthropology SOC 2313 Introduction to Social Work 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 a minimum of a Master's degree in Sociology OR a minimum of a Master's degree in a related field plus 18 graduate hours in Sociology? (Applicants are required to attach transcript conferring Master’s degree in Sociology or Master's degree in a related field plus 18 graduate hours in Sociology.) Yes No * Are you available to teach concurrent courses in local high schools? Yes No * Are you available to teach on campus? Yes No * What is your teaching schedule availability? (Open Ended Question) * Have you attached all required documents? Yes No #J-18808-Ljbffr Oklahoma City Community College