Business Instructor(s), Business Administration or Business Law Focus - FT Faculty

Business Instructor(s), Business Administration or Business Law Focus - FT Faculty

Salary

See Position Description

Location

College Wide

Job Type

Faculty

Job Number

202400341

Division

Business Administration

Opening Date

09/14/2026

Closing Date

10/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Max Number of Applicants

42

Shift Days/Hours

Varies

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Summary of Purpose

Oakland Community College (OCC) is seeking two (2) dedicated and student-focused Business Administration (BUS) Faculty members to deliver high-quality instruction in business and management disciplines. One position will be for our Auburn Hills and the other for our Royal Oak campus. One (1) of these Business Faculty positions have a focus on teaching Business Law. These positions are ideal for an experienced business professional who are passionate about preparing students for transfer opportunities and careers in business, management, entrepreneurship, marketing, human resources, and related fields. The successful candidate(s) will provide engaging instruction, develop industry-relevant curriculum, and support student success through academic advising, mentorship, and community partnerships.

Expected Start Date: Winter/January 2027

$62,440 - $70,857 Starting Base Salary ($62,440 - $112,678 full salary range for the 2025-26 Salary Schedule - *2026-27 Salary Schedule PENDING).

Potential for additional pay:

Overload - 60% over base

Supplemental contract

Required Application Materials: Applicants must submit a 5-10 minute self-introduction video with a brief online teaching demonstration (topic of choice) by the application deadline. Video links should be emailed to jjgist@oaklandcc.edu. Applications without these required submissions will not be reviewed.

Work Environment

Instruction occurs in classroom, online, hybrid, and other learning environments. Faculty members collaborate closely with students, adjunct faculty, administrators, transfer partners, and business industry representatives. Active participation in departmental meetings, professional development activities, advisory board engagement, and community outreach is expected.

Typical Duties

• Teach a range of Business Administration courses with a focus on Business Law, including principles of management, marketing, entrepreneurship, human resources, organizational behavior, international business, and business communications.

• Develop and update curriculum to reflect current business practices, emerging industry trends, and employer workforce needs.

• Integrate instructional technologies, business software applications, data analytics tools, and innovative teaching methodologies into classroom instruction.

• Create learning experiences that develop critical thinking, leadership, problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and ethical decision-making skills.

• Mentor students regarding academic planning, transfer pathways, career opportunities, internships, professionalism, and employability skills.

• Collaborate with business partners, advisory committees, transfer institutions, and college departments to maintain program relevance and workforce alignment.

• Participate in college committees, program assessment activities, accreditation efforts, and professional development opportunities.

• Provide program direction, instructional priorities, and day-to-day coordination for BUS support staff in collaboration with the appropriate supervisor and/or Academic Dean.

• Lead program coordination efforts related to curriculum, scheduling, budgeting, industry engagement, and community outreach.

• Maintain and support a quality group of adjunct faculty each semester.

• Monitor and enhance program performance metrics, including enrollment, retention, completion, transfer success, and employment outcomes.

• Support student success initiatives and continuous improvement efforts within the Business Administration program.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Experience with curriculum development, online teaching, and learning management systems.
• Higher education teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience with AI in a business environment
• Industry certifications relevant to business disciplines.
• Experience using business analytics, project management, ERP, CRM, or other business technology platforms.
• Familiarity with workforce development initiatives, transfer partnerships, and employer engagement.
• Demonstrated success in building relationships with business and community organizations.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a masters degree in a business-related discipline from a regionally accredited institution; For Business Law Focus, a Juris Doctor degree is required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant professional business experience.
• Prior teaching experience in a secondary or post-secondary education setting
• Demonstrated expertise in contemporary business practices and principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to student success, equity, and inclusive teaching practices.

We are excited to have you consider Oakland Community College (OCC) as your employer of choice!

OCC strives to provide valuable and empowering services not only to our students, but also to our employees.

See below the benefits offered by the College under the benefit types: full-time and part-time

Full-Time Positions for the Following Employee Groups:

Classified, Exempt (Non-union), Faculty, Maintenance, Operating Engineers, Public Safety, Teamsters

Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire

Medical

• Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)

• Free preventive services on every plan

• Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans

• BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups

• There is a $2,000 prorated Medical Opt Out stipend with proof of other applicable medical coverage

Dental

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions

Vision

• NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Health Care, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, and Adoption FSAs are available

Life Insurance

• The College provides $120,000 of coverage (portion is subject to taxation), no payroll deductions

Disability

• 70% of wages provided for Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Retirement

• College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
• The Exempt, Faculty, and Teamsters employee groups can elect the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) provided by TIAA; opting out of MPSERS

Voluntary Retirement Accounts

• Employees can open and contribute via payroll deduction into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA

Voluntary Benefits

• Employees can elect voluntary benefits of optional life insurance (for self, spouse, and/or children), cancer protection, pet insurance, legal & ID shield, long term and/or critical care during annual open enrollment in November

Tuition

• OCC tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
• Employees may take Non-OCC classes using the tuition reimbursement program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employees have a free resource to assist with a wide-range of needs, including counseling sessions

Employee Group: Classified Part-Time

Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire

Part-time Classified employees are offered the opportunity to have medical, dental, vision at the full monthly premium; life insurance is also available at a nominal cost. Participation requires that benefit costs be taken via payroll deduction.

Medical

• Multiple PPO medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)

• Free preventive services on every plan

• Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans

• BCBSM through the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to all employment groups

Dental

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan that has free in-network preventive services including two annual cleanings

Vision

• NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan that includes annual examinations with participating providers

Life Insurance

• Employees can choose to have a life insurance policy of $10,000 or $20,000

Retirement

• College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)

Voluntary Retirement Accounts

• Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA

Tuition

• OCC tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
• Employees may take Non-OCC classes using the tuition reimbursement program

Employee Group: Adjunct Faculty, Part-time Hourly (Non-union), and Casual Instructors*

Retirement

• College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)

Voluntary Retirement Accounts

• Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts provided by TIAA

Tuition

• OCC tuition reimbursement program available for Adjunct Employees
• Edustaff employees are not eligible for OCC benefits.

Contact Information: hr@oaklandcc.edu

01

Do you have a Masters Degree or higher in Business Administration, a Masters Degree in a business-related discipline OR a Juris Doctorate from an accredited institution? NOTE: An unofficial transcript is due at time of application for consideration

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate which of our campuses you are available to work at. (You may select more than one).

• Auburn Hills
• Royal Oak

03

What is your expected salary? Please note our salary range as listed in the job posting.

04

Please indicate if you are interested in teaching Business Law Courses. NOTE: A Juris Doctorate is required for this position and proof via an unofficial transcript must be submitted at time of application submission.

• YES, Im interested in teaching Business Law courses and have a Juris Doctorate
• NO, Im only interested in teaching general Business Administration courses and have an MBA

05

Do you acknowledge the additional required application materials for this position? Required Application Materials: Applicants must submit a 5-10 minute self-introduction video with a brief online teaching demonstration by the application deadline (Sunday, October 4,2026). Video links should be emailed to jjgist@oaklandcc.edu. Applications without these required submissions will not be reviewed.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Oakland Community College Office Of Human Resources

Address 2900 Featherstone Rd.

Auburn Hills, Michigan, 48326

Phone 248-341-2022

Website https://www.oaklandcc.edu/