Adjunct Instructor - Political Science

Political Science Instructor

Black Hawk College seeks a part-time/adjunct Political Science Instructor. Position teaches both in person and online. Assignment begins with fall semester, August 2025.

Faculty member is expected to encourage learning by preparing appropriate syllabi; by developing lectures, discussions, and other presentations or activities to enhance the students educational experience; develops, and executes appropriate methods of evaluating students performance; develops, secures, and maintains the equipment and other instructional materials essential to the presentation of the classroom material.

M.A. or M.S. in political science or M.P.A. in public administration required. Successful college level experience teaching introductory political science courses preferred. Must possess demonstrated oral English proficiency for classroom instruction.

To be considered, candidates are required to upload/attach a cover letter and resume/CV/list of all credentials (include licenses) with the online application. Applications accepted online through the Black Hawk College website or through  Candidates needing assistance with the online application process should refer to the online help guide available .edu/employment. Any instructor hired at Black Hawk College will be required to submit official transcripts at his/her own expense.

Transcripts, once submitted, become property of Black Hawk College. Pay is commensurate with education and experience. Minimum starting pay for adjunct faculty (as of Fall 2025) Less Than a Master's Degree = $717.63 per equated hour Master's Degree = $837.23 per equated hour Doctorate = $897.03 per equated hour Black Hawk College does not sponsor employment visas. Black Hawk College is an AA/EEO employer.