Political Science Adjunct Faculty

Political Science Adjunct

Olympic College is recruiting an adjunct faculty to join the Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) division. The position will be part‑time Political Science faculty, teaching primarily Intro to Political Science and American Government as well as other common‑course numbered POLS classes. The role requires in‑person instruction with daytime availability between 8:00 AM and 3:15 PM and evenings as required from 5:00 PM to 7:15 PM.

Salary: $1,000 per credit
* Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Department: Social Science and Humanities (SSH)
Reports to: Dean of SSH

• Teach evening, distance, and in‑person classes on the Poulsbo, Shelton, and Bremerton campuses when requested.
• Provide quality teaching, including related preparation, grading, and record keeping.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes by the first day of classes and to the division office as requested.
• Identify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustments in learning environments and activities to meet those needs.
• Punctually communicate with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Political Science or a directly related area from an accredited college or university.
• Teaching experience.
• Must be available to teach during the day.

Desired Qualifications

• PhD in Political Science.
• College teaching experience.

We are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of employment.

Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.

Adjunct positions are contracted on a quarterly basis. They are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter‑by‑quarter basis. Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon initial hire; they must work 50 percent of a full‑time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible for benefits.

Benefits that may become available after meeting eligibility include a Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan, a TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, tuition waiver (space available), an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a fitness center, and reduced‑rate on‑site childcare (space available).

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Candidates will be required to complete a Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by Washington State law. The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring.

Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment. It provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.

Olympic College is a smoke‑free/drug‑free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.