Instructor, Political Science

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* Job Description:

** The Political Science Instructor position is a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position with an anticipated start date of
** August 2026**. The successful candidate will teach American National Government and other political science courses, including International Relations, as assigned. This position requires effective teaching and advising diverse students, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the college's comprehensive mission. The Instructor will prepare course plans and materials, effectively deliver subject matter content, monitor student attendance and progress, participate in departmental and College committees, participate in curriculum development, support activities that foster retention, participate in the selection of textbooks, assess student learning outcomes, and take part in other service and professional development activities.

Multiple campus, day, evening, and distance learning teaching assignments are possible. This position reports to the Department Head, Humanities and Social Sciences.
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* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

** Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with a master's degree in political science or closely related field. Successful results of a criminal background check are required.
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* PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

** Doctoral degree in political science or closely related field. Post-secondary teaching experience and experience teaching distance learning courses.
** SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS:
** All supplemental materials must be submitted electronically via the Workday applicant portal.  For questions or to request assistance with uploading supplemental materials, please contact HR Recruiting at HR recruiting.
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae or Résumé3. Graduate Transcripts
** Final date to receive applications:  Open Until Filled –
** Review of applications will begin
** February 9, 2026.
** To receive full consideration, the online application and supplemental application materials must be received by
** February 8, 2026.
**** Pay Details:
** Faculty members hired with less than three years of related experience shall be placed on the salary schedule as follows:
**** 164 Day Base (2025 - 2026)
* Bachelor's or Less - $39,500
* Master's - $42,250
* Master's Plus - $44,000
* Doctorate - $47,000

All degree classification levels add the appropriate dollars (up to $6,000) for years of credited experience to the annual salary figures above to determine entry salary.

Pensacola State College offers a comprehensive benefits package for health, dental, vision, hospitalization, and supplemental insurance benefits through the State of Florida’s Group Insurance Program. All employees in established, eligible positions are members of the Florida Retirement System from their first day of employment. Other benefits offered include participation in the wellness program, tuition waivers, educational opportunities, and paid sick leave.

Additional leave types are position specific.
* Pensacola State College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its educational programs, activities, or employment. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the College’s nondiscrimination policies, contact the Executive Director of Equal Opportunity Compliance at , Pensacola State College, 1000 College Blvd.,

Pensacola, Florida 32504.
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