Political Science Instructor

Salary: $0.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 2630
Agency: Trident Technical College
Opening Date: 12/01/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Residency Requirement: Yes
Class Code:: UG70
Position Number:: 61134336
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Opening Date: 12/01/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To be considered for this position applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application.Unofficial transcripts may also be attached, mailed to (Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed 843.574.6682 to the Human Resources Office by the deadline date and time. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. Applicants must complete the SC State Jobs Employment Application on-line. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For assistance, contact Human Resources at 843.574.6201.Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Trident Technical College is a public, two-year, multi-campus community college that provides quality education and promotes economic development in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties. To foster student success, Trident Technical College provides academic preparatory courses, academic assistance, and comprehensive student services. In addition to traditional instruction, Trident Technical College's flexible course offerings and alternative delivery methods enable more members of the community to pursue higher education.

This position reports to the Behavioral and Social Sciences Department Head. This position is responsible for teaching assigned political science courses in the BSS Department, including American Government, State, and Local Government, Introduction to International Relations, and Power Civics. Faculty will teach at multiple locations, including dual enrollment courses at local high school schools.

Responsibilities also include:

• Maintaining accurate records
• Adhering to department policies
• Developing curriculum and course materials
• Evaluating and improving courses to enhance student learning
• Serving as an advisor to students; monitoring and keeping records of student academic progress
• Assisting department leadership with course development and enhancement and mentoring part-time faculty as requested
• Participating in professional development activities and college committees
• Assisting with marketing and recruiting efforts for the division

Minimum and Additional Requirements

The candidate must have a master's degree in political science or public administration, or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in political science or public administration.
Preferred Qualifications

Candidate must possess demonstrated leadership abilities working within the BSS department that includes faculty, coordinators, department heads, and division leadership while displaying effective teamwork. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential. Preferred candidate will have experience teaching in various teaching modes such as on-campus lectures, online, dual credit, and hybrid and virtual modalities. Dual Credit teaching experience is a must. Successful candidates must be proficient in using education technology platforms and able to teach in all modalities and locations; have strong problem-solving and organizational skills, background in curriculum issues, articulation, transfer practices, and educational technology. The ability to be flexible in an environment characterized by continual changes in information technology is essential.
Additional Comments

To be considered for this position applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application.

Unofficial transcripts may also be attached, mailed to (Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed 843.574.6682 to the Human Resources Office by the deadline date and time. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. Applicants must complete the SC State Jobs Employment Application on-line. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For assistance, contact Human Resources at 843.574.6201.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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TTC: Please note that applicants are required to submit transcripts (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable)to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without transcripts will be considered incomplete and not accepted. Have you attached a copy of your graduate transcripts that reflect a master's degree in political science or public administration, or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in political science or public administration? Unofficial transcripts may be attached, mailed to (Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed 843.574.6682 to the Human Resources Office.

• Yes
• No
• Current TTC employee/Transcripts are on File

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TTC: Are you currently employed with Trident Technical College?

• Yes: Full-Time Faculty
• Yes: Full-Time Staff
• Yes: Part-time Adjunct Faculty
• Yes: Part-time Staff
• Yes: Other
• No: Not currently employed with TTC

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TTC: Applicants must complete the SC State Jobs Employment Application online. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing salary and work history or education and reference sections of the employment application.Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Is your application complete and reflects the minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

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TTC: Where did you see this position advertised? (Check all that apply)

• TTC Website
• Referred by a TTC Employee
• State Website
• Post and Courier
• Inside Higher Ed
• Social Media
• Other Not Listed
• None

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Describe your experience teaching dual credit courses?
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What is your teaching philosphy?
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Describe your experience teaching at an open door institution and the challenges?
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Detail your proficiency with learning platforms?
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