Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title: Adjunct Faculty - Engineering Technology
Role Title: Adjunct Faculty
Role Code: FLSA Exempt
Pay Band: 00
Position Number: 280A3003
Agency: Northern VA Community College
Division: NV280-Provost
Information and Engineering Technologies
Work Location: Multiple Locations
Hiring Range: Adjunct faculty are paid a per credit hour rate. The per credit hour rate is determined by the assigned rank and discipline taught. Assigned rank is determined by both education and teaching experience.
EmergencyEssential 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- No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference: No
Work Schedule: Varies according to class schedules
Sensitive Position: No
Job Description
Job Description
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. Teaching may include a variety of formats face to face remote 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.
Must reside in the DC VA MD DMV area.
Duties and Tasks
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 NOVA and the VCCS. Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.
Essential Functions
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.
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.
KSAs
Required Qualifications
KSAs
Adept knowledge of instructional technologies Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent analytical skills Excellent oral/written communication skills Ability to work with a diverse student population Ability to use instructional technology
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in the teaching field OR associate degree in the teaching field with demonstrated competencies OR appropriately related education and/or occupational certifications combined with substantial related experience in the occupational field.
Qualifying academic degrees and coursework must be awarded by and/or completed with a regionally accredited institution. A minimum of two years of full-time related occupational experience. Part-time occupational experience will be converted to its full-time equivalent. Additional experience beyond the minimum is required for those applicants/candidates that do not possess a minimum of an associate degree in the teaching field.
Additional Considerations
Additional Considerations
Industry certifications in Engineering Technology field Fiber Optics or related. Prior experience teaching in higher education. Experience teaching in classroom hybrid and online formats. Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment. Experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.
Operation of a State Vehicle: No Supervises Employees: No Required Travel: na Posting Detail Information
Posting Number: ADJ_3133P Recruitment Type: General Public - G Number of Vacancies: varies depending on classes Position End Date: if temporary Job Open Date: 02182026 Job Close Date: 05312026 Open Until Filled: Agency Website: https://www.nvcc.edu Contact Name: Email: Phone Number: Special Instructions to Applicants
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. Must reside in the DC VA MD DMV area.
Additional Information
Northern Virginia Community College NOVA is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.
At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA.
NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program. We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVAs mission.
For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu. The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVAs Annual Security Reports.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidates offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks, relevant to employment. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov
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.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/93740
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.
Do you possess a bachelors degree in the teaching field or associate degree in the teaching field with demonstrated competencies? Yes No
From the following, please specify when you are available to teach:
Days and daytime hours Days and evening hours Saturdays
Open-Ended Question
If given the opportunity, from which campus would you prefer to teach? You may select all that apply.
Alexandria Campus Annandale Campus Loudoun Campus Manassas Campus Medical Education Campus Woodbridge Campus
I understand this position is not a remote position, and I will be required to attend work in person. Yes No
I understand this position is located in Virginia, and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area. Yes No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Application Unofficial Transcripts Optional Documents
Curriculum Vitae Certificate Unofficial Transcript 2 Unofficial Transcript 3