Environmental Science Adjunct; Summer and Fall

Position Overview

Working Title Environmental Science Adjunct (Summer and Fall 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

Salary is commensurate with rank and credentials.

Emergency/Essential Personnel:
No

Telework options:
Telework options are subject to change based on business needs.

Work Schedule:

Hours will vary between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm depending on availability and scheduling needs.

Sensitive Position:
No Job Description.

Germanna Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System.

It provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Fredericksburg and the surrounding counties.

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.

Essential Functions:

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.

Special Assignments:
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 online teaching.
• Substantial, proven experience with innovative teaching and developing online courses in both the synchronous and asynchronous learning environments at a regionally accredited institution.

May be expected to travel to all campus locations.

Operation of a State Vehicle:
No.

Supervises Employees:
No.

Required Travel:
No.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer:
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks, and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Selected candidates may also be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.

EEO Statement:
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

ADA Statement:
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA) to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement: VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.