Adjunct Instructor Outdoor Leadership

Adjunct Instructor Outdoor Leadership

Position Title:

Adjunct Instructor Outdoor Leadership

Classification

Title:

Adjunct Instructor

Position Number: F2

Starting Wage/Salary: $752 per load unit

Position Type/Employee Class:
Adjunct Instructor

Faculty Status: part‑time adjunct instructor position represented by the Faculty Forum and benefit eligible

FTE: .50

Location:

Bend

Hybrid Remote Work Eligible:
No

The Adjunct Instructor of Outdoor Leadership provides instruction to students in the Outdoor Leadership program, directs student discussion, evaluates student performance in the classroom, and may develop curriculum.

• Provide instruction in area of discipline, using approved course outcome guides. Teaching assignments may be during the day (including early morning), evening, or weekend, and could include classes taught at any of the College campuses, online or remotely.
• Hold at least one scheduled office hour per class per week for student help sessions and program assistance.
• Utilize College tools and resources, including the Learning Management System and Student Accessibility Services software, to support teaching activities as appropriate.
• Participate in course assessment.
• Perform other essential job functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
• Manage course logistics, which may include securing permits, arranging transportation to Trailheads, and organizing group gear for multi‑day field outings.
• Work with the HHP Department Chair to align field curricula with program‑wide student learning outcomes and industry standards (e.g., AMGA, AORE, or WEA).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge in the field of taught discipline and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.
• Ability to adapt and use a variety of teaching and assessment techniques including the use of technology to enhance student success.
• Ability to observe, direct, and oversee students ensuring safety in the classroom or laboratory.
• Ability to work with and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles.
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office suite, various course management systems, technology to teach traditional, hybrid, or online courses, and other technology used in the instruction setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students, staff, and community members.
• Ability to provide services to students in a manner which does not discriminate as to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual preference or marital status.
• Willingness to travel or teach at various hours and campus locations, as required.
• Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and the willingness to work as a member of a team with faculty.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Leave No Trace (LNT) principles and the ability to navigate diverse land management regulations (USFS, BLM, State Parks).
• Deep technical proficiency in specific outdoor modalities (e.g., rock climbing, mountaineering, whitewater, winter travel) relevant to the high‑desert and alpine environments of the Pacific Northwest.
• Ability to facilitate group dynamics, teach de‑biased decision‑making, and manage conflict resolution in remote, high‑consequence settings.
• Ability to use and facilitate the utilization of modern educational technology, learning management systems, digital mapping tools, and emergency communication devices.
• Ability to lead and supervise students in strenuous conditions, including navigating off‑trail terrain and managing group safety during inclement weather.
• Excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills.

This position requires the ability to maintain a high level of physical activity. Instructors must be able to stand, hike, and demonstrate technical skills for extended periods. The role involves frequent lifting of equipment (up to 50 lbs.) and the endurance to manage remote field sites safely. Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other…