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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: Adjunct / Substitute Instructor POOL (college credit)

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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: Adjunct / Substitute Instructor POOL (college credit) San Diego Community College District

Location: District Wide

Position Type: Adjunct

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This posting is for the Public Administration Adjunct / Substitute Instructor Pool (college credit) at San Diego Community College District. The position is part‑time, district‑wide, and provides flexible teaching assignments that may include day, evening, weekend, and off‑campus classes for adult students. Applicants must reside within commuting distance to San Diego.

Major Responsibilities

Primary duties of adjunct faculty members are related to curriculum and teaching; the assignment is divided between lecture and lab classes as determined by the department. Adjunct instructional faculty are required to be available to students outside of class.

Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.

Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.

Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.

Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part‑time/temporary faculty member.

Teach all scheduled classes.

Maintain accurate records.

Provide quality instruction, create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests, and issues.

Minimum Qualifications – Political Science

Master’s in political science, government, or international relations AND at least two upper‑division or graduate courses in American Politics, Public Policy, and/or Public Administration; OR

Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, any ethnic studies, Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.) AND at least two upper‑division or graduate courses in American Politics, Public Policy, and/or Public Administration; OR

The equivalent.

Minimum Qualifications – Management

Master’s in business administration, business management, business education, marketing, public administration, or finance AND at least two upper‑division or graduate courses in American Politics, Public Policy, and/or Public Administration; OR

Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in economics, accountancy, taxation or law AND at least two upper‑division or graduate courses in American Politics, Public Policy, and/or Public Administration; OR

The equivalent.

Desired Qualifications

California Community College Instructor Credential in Government (Theory and Practice, Local and International) – valid for life.

Conditions of Employment

Submit official college transcripts as required by application, even if a degree is not a position requirement.

Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (renewed every 4 years).

Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district’s expense (Clearance must be received before first day of employment).

Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Pay Information At the time that an offer of assignment is made, proper salary placement is contingent upon receipt of OFFICIAL (sealed) transcripts and Verifications of Previous Work Experience (if applicable). Instructors with advanced coursework and/or experience are placed on the appropriate class and step on the Adjunct College Salary Schedules, effective the first month following receipt (in Human Resources) of the official transcripts and verifications of previous work experience. Initial salary placement will be at the first class/step until all required documentation has been submitted.

Click here for the current salary schedule.

How to Apply To apply, visit: https://www.sdccdjobs.com

Equal Employment Opportunity All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

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