Adjunct Instructor, Surveying

DEPARTMENT:

Trades Institute STATUS:

This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position with employment determined on a course-by-course contract basisPAY RANGE:

Pay is determined by the number of credits taught.

FLSA:

Exempt CLOSING DATE:

Open until filledSUMMARYFVCC seeks applications for adjunct instructors to teach online courses in the Surveying AAS program for the  academic year.

Fall Semester 2026 (August 24 – December 11):
Content expertise in unmanned aerial mapping and/or GIS for surveyors is required.

Spring Semester 2027 (January 19 – May 13):
Current Montana Licensed Professional Land Surveyors (PLS) is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner for successful student learning outcomes.

Fosters positive student and community relations.

Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements.

Integrates subject area with other related curricula.

Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies.

Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process.

Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment.

Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports to Director of Trades InstituteMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications for instructors in career and technical disciplines:

Three (3) years’ experience in the occupation to be taught; ORThree (3) years of post-secondary education in the career and technical discipline, combined with work experience in the career and technical discipline.

Must reside in Montana Fall Semester 2026 (August 24 – December 11):
Content expertise in unmanned aerial mapping and/or GIS for surveyors is required.

Spring Semester 2027 (January 19 – May 13):
Current Montana Licensed Professional Land Surveyors (PLS) is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience teaching in a secondary, post-secondary or higher education environment.

Experience using online learning management systems.

Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESAbility to effectively and safely teach content and technical material

Effective organizational and leadership skills;

Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environment

Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community and students

Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCCAbility to maintain effective and positive professional relationships

Ability to follow and issue instructions

Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds

Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels

Ability to pass a criminal background check

Ability to perform a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted for open positions. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration. Additionally, applicants are required to submit the following documents by uploading them to the online application:

Letter of application indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detail your work experience as it relates to the position's Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

; ANDA current, comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae; ANDUnofficial transcripts for all degrees held and Professional Certifications, when applicable. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will submit official transcripts for all degrees held and applicable…