Adjunct Professor of Geology and Earth Science

General Description General Description An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. 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. Position reports to: Department Chair of Physical Science. Position(s) that report to this position: None. Qualifications Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in geology or related field. 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 MineOnline and 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. Ability to be available for office hours and provide means of communication with supervisor(s) and/or the department or division office. Must be punctual. Must be reliable. Physical Demands/Working Conditions Light work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to move objects. Requires frequent movement about the classroom or lab to assist students and perform the essential functions. Requires frequent communication with students, faculty, and staff to perform the essential functions and exchange accurate information in various situations. Requires frequent use of a computer, other office equipment and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents, answer email correspondence, and complete other activities necessary to perform the essential functions. Requires judging, observing and assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. Essential functions are performed in an indoor classroom, lab or office setting. Work Hours Day, evening, or weekend as well as campus and/or online as required by section assignment. Department Division of Science, Engineering, and Mathematics. Job Open Date 09/27/2023 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Job Duties (Position Specific) 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. Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department. 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. 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. Course(s) this position may teach

GEOL 1000 GEOLOGY SPECIAL TOPICS

GEOL 1063 EARTH SCIENCE

GEOL 1064 EARTH SCIENCE

GEOL 1114 GENERAL GEOLOGY

PHYS 1013 PHYSICAL SCIENCE

PHYS 1014 PHYSICAL SCIENCE

PHYS 1034 GENERAL GEOLOGY

PHYS 1063 EARTH SCIENCE

PHYS 1064 EARTH SCIENCE

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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oklahoma City Community College