Environmental Science Adjunct

Posting Details

Role Title Environmental Science Adjunct Role Code FLSA Non-Exempt Pay Band Working Title Environmental Science Adjunct Position Number 297A0000 Agency Germanna Community College Division Germanna Community College (Div) Work Location Fredericksburg - 630 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? Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

8:00 am - 10:00 pm Monday - Friday

Sensitive Position No Job Description

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 a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. We are currently searching for adjunct faculty to teach environmental science courses.

The Commonwealth of Virginia requires all Executive Branch employees, including new hires, rehires or transfers to disclose their vaccination status upon hire. Disclosure of vaccination status (and for those fully vaccinated, proof of vaccination) will be required on your first day of work. If you are not vaccinated for any reason or choose not to disclose your vaccination status, you will be required to be tested for COVID-19 once per week on an indefinite basis. If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Office.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Germanna Community College. We recognize our responsibility to create, maintain, and nurture an academic and social environment that respects the diversity of people and ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive community that respects all cultures, experiences, and abilities and that prepares individuals to thrive in a global society.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Germanna is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Germanna is a federal contractor requesting priority referrals of protected veterans for our job opportunities.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Liz Hunziker by phone at 540-423-9056 or by email ehunziker@germanna.edu

If you would like to see a copy of our Affirmative Action Plan please contact Laurie Bourne by phone at 540-423-9055 or by email lbourne@germanna.edu

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.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Applicants should possess a Master's Degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in environmental science.

Official transcripts will be required prior to final offer.

Ability to demonstrate the use of relevant technology and learning management systems to effectively facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication. Commitment to student engagement in the online teaching environment including maintaining consistent communication and virtual support mechanisms to ensure student success. Technology capability (access to WIFI, computers) to teach remotely. Experience using technology to teach.

All teaching positions of Germanna Community College require the ability to teach in a variety of modalities including virtually. Teaching faculty must demonstrate competency and commitment to continuous professional development in virtual education.

All faculty at Germanna are required to successfully complete Growing with Canvas and TOPS 2.2.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years teaching experience, work experience in the field, and 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

You may be expected to travel to all campus locations.

Posting Number ADJ_103P Recruitment Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 04/29/2020 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website www.germanna.edu Contact Name Liz Hunziker Email ehunziker@germanna.edu Phone Number 5404239056 Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered for this position please submit online a completed VCCS application, a letter of interest, resume/CV, and your transcripts.

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's 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 Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

Governor's Mandate Message

Executive Order #18. Newly hired, including employees transferring from other state agencies, will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or at the latest by their position start date. Additional details regarding how to request an accommodation, required weekly Covid-19 testing, and mask requirements will be provided by Human Resources for newly hired or transferred employees who are unvaccinated.

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/15674

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume
* Cover Letter/Letter of Application
* Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

* Teaching Philosophy
* Other Document