Temporary Project Management Professional Instructor

Temporary Project Management Professional (PMP) Instructor

Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is seeking applicants for a Temporary Project Management Professional (PMP) Instructor to support its Workforce Development and Community Education Department. This temporary position is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction that prepares adult learners, professionals, and community members for the Project Management Institute (PMI) PMP® certification.

The instructor will provide practical, industry-aligned instruction in project management principles, methodologies, tools, and techniques. This includes supporting student success through exam preparation, applied learning activities, practice assessments, and individualized guidance designed to strengthen student readiness and improve PMP certification examination success rates. Instruction will emphasize real-world application of project management frameworks, including predictive, agile, and hybrid methodologies, to enhance workforce skills, support career advancement, and meet regional employer needs.

Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.

Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.

The college's diverse employee pool includes 39 full-time faculty, 48 adjunct faculty, and 112 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website.

The following are the duties and responsibilities of the Temporary Project Management Professional (PMP) Instructor:

• Deliver project management instruction aligned with current Project Management Institute (PMI) standards, including concepts outlined in the PMBOK® Guide and PMP Examination Content Outline.
• Provide instruction on project management principles, processes, tools, and techniques including predictive, agile, and hybrid approaches.
• Prepare students for the PMP certification examination through lectures, discussions, practice exams, case studies, and applied learning activities.
• Guide students through PMP exam preparation strategies, application processes, and certification requirements.
• Develop and enhance course materials by incorporating real-world case studies, industry examples, project management templates, group exercises, and practical learning activities that support student engagement and application of project management concepts.
• Assess student understanding and progress through assignments, discussions, assessments, and practice examinations.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to support student success and learning outcomes.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, student progress documentation, and required course reporting.
• Foster an inclusive, positive, and supportive learning environment for students from diverse educational and professional backgrounds that encourages engagement, professional growth, and student success.
• Maintain current knowledge of project management practices, industry trends, and PMI certification requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of PMI standards, project management principles, and current industry practices.
• Knowledge of predictive, agile, and hybrid project management methodologies.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to individuals with varying levels of experience.
• Skill in delivering engaging classroom and/or online instruction.
• Ability to develop instructional materials and incorporate real-world examples into…