Environmental Science Adjunct; Summer

Working Title Environmental Science Adjunct (Summer 2026) Role Title Environmental Science Adjunct Role Code 01013-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 297A0000 Agency Germanna Community College Division Germanna Community College (Div) Work Location Spotsylvania - 177 Hiring Range Salary is commensurate with rank and credentials. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options?

-Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule Hours will vary between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm depending on availability and scheduling needs

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Germanna Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. As a comprehensive community college, Germanna provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, Culpeper, King George, Madison, Orange, Spotsylvania and Stafford.

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. We are seeking someone who is able to teach Environmental Science both in-person and online. Adjunct faculty are employed to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during summer session.

Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.

This position is located in Virginia. Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to ensure consistent, reliable attendance.

• Teach specific classes in the designated discipline.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of GCC and the VCCS.
• Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.

As a part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the College expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with College policies, procedures, and regulations.

To apply for this position please submit online your complete application, resume/CV, cover letter and transcripts. Applications will be reviewed upon request.

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• Master’s Degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in Environmental Science
• Ability to effectively teach classrooms and online
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral/written communication skills
• Ability to use instructional technology
• Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools

• Prior teaching experience
• Work experience in the field
• Experience with on-line teaching.
• Substantial, proven experience with innovative teaching and developing online courses in both the synchronous and asynchronous learning environments at a regionally accredited institution

Operation of a State Vehicle:
No. Supervises Employees:
No. Required Travel:
No.

You may be expected to travel to all campus locations.

Adjunct postings are pool postings, meaning that when there is a need, the divisions pull from the applicants that have applied to this position. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an…