Adjunct Instructor 3 - HVAC

Position Title :

Adjunct Instructor 3 - HVAC

Location :

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department :

38200 - School of Built Environment

Advertised Salary :

Salary commensurate with qualifications pursuant to the FSU and FNTFO / AFT Agreement

FLSA : Exempt

Temporary / Continuing :

Continuing

Part-Time / Full-Time :

Full-Time

Union Group :

Ferris Faculty Association (MEA-NEA)

Term of Position : 9 Month

At Will / Just Cause :

Just Cause

Summary of Position :

Full academic year temporary faculty will teach a variety of courses. Assignments may be lectures or labs; face-to-face, blended, or online in Big Rapids. A focus on student success, office hours, and use of current technology are expected.

Courses are to be taught in person on one of Ferris State University's campuses. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment.

Position Type :

Faculty - Temporary & Continuing

Required Education :

1. Bachelors degree or higher in HVAC OR

2. Bachelors degree or higher in a related field plus 8 years HVAC industry experience.

Required Work Experience :

Five years of work in the HVAC industry.

Required Licenses and Certifications :

Physical Demands :

• Office Environment
• Moving
• Sitting
• Standing

Additional Education / Experiences to be Considered :

Essential Duties / Responsibilities :

Meet established course outcomes.

Plan, deliver and grade all course content and student work for assigned courses. Conduct all classes, labs or other assignments as directed in a professional manner.

Position may entail full-time or part-time teaching loads and related activities based upon program need.

Attendance at organizational meetings of the program, school or college is highly recommended. Close consultation with program faculty, as well as training via university-provided programs (where appropriate).

Approved adjuncts who have not received appointment will be asked to provide a minimum of one lecture or lab delivery per academic year as a demonstration of their interest and an opportunity for adjunct faculty development preparation.

Maintain a minimum of one hour per week per course section for office hours to meet with students outside of class or lecture at a time convenient to the students.

Faculty members also have professional responsibilities that may include continuing professional development; participation in curriculum development and university committees; orientation, recruitment, and registration of students; and participation in traditional functions which have academic significance (ex. reporting initial student participation data and submitting final grades on time). Faculty may be required to teach off-campus or in an on-line environment. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members.

Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.

Marginal Duties / Responsibilities :

Skills and Abilities :

Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Required Documents :

Optional Documents :

Optional 1 : additional unofficial transcript for Bachelor degree or higher

Optional 2 : License or certification applicable to the position

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED) : Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcripts of Bachelor's degree. Transcripts must include institution name, applicant name, date, degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript. Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL) : Applicants may attach a copy of unofficial transcripts of Bachelor's degree or higher. Transcripts must include institution name, applicant name, degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an unofficial transcript. License / Certification (OPTIONAL) : Applicant may submit a copy of any license or certification applicable to the position. The anticipated start date of this position is August 2024 at the earliest and January 2025 at the latest.

Initial Application Review Date :

July 15, 2024

Open Until Position is Filled? :

Yes

Posting Close Date : EEO Statement :

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit : Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.