Adjunct Professor of Sociology

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Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring Master's degree and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Sociology or related field.

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM

Position Information (Default Section)

Classification Title Adjunct Professor Working Title Adjunct Professor of Sociology Datatel Position ID SOSC6ADJSOCI1A Annual Hours As needed or assigned Placement Range $740 per Credit Hour Position Type Adjunct Faculty Job Category General Description An adjunct faculty member at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. The Adjunct Professor of Sociology may be assigned traditional on-campus courses or concurrent high school instruction on a high school campus.

Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the adjunct faculty member belongs as well as the College as a whole. What position does this position report to? Dean of the Division of Social Sciences and Department Chair - Sociology What position(s) reports to this position? None Minimum Education/Experience Master's degree in Sociology or a Master's degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Sociology.

Applicant required to attach transcript conferring the required degree and graduate hours. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to work in person in the greater Oklahoma City area

Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills

Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software

Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles

Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education

Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle)

Organization and attention to detail

Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system

Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers

Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit

Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing

Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts

Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups

Must be punctual

Must be reliable Physical Demands/Working Conditions 1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sedentary work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom to assist students and perform the essential functions of the position.

This position requires the person to frequently communicate with colleagues and students to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.

This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer; other office equipment and mobile devices to prepare instructional documents and answer email correspondence.

3. VISUAL ACUITY: This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

4. WORKING CONDITIONS This position's essential functions are performed in an indoor, classroom or office setting. Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching concurrent or dual-credit high school students Required Training Work Hours This adjunct position will be for teaching during the day-time on OCCC campus or on a high school campus teaching concurrent high school students. Department Division of Social Sci. Job Open Date 11/17/2023 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No HR Contact Rose Sanchez Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring Master's degree and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Sociology or related field.

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM

Job Duties

Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement) An adjunct faculty member is primarily responsible for supporting student learning by providing quality instruction in courses that the adjunct faculty member and the dean/director agree will be taught. Quality instruction includes clear course objectives, prepared and relevant class activities, effective and understandable presentations of learning materials, fair and understandable grading practices (credit classes only), timely responses to students, and a positive atmosphere in the classroom.

In addition to the primary responsibility for supporting student learning, an adjunct faculty member is expected to:

Participate in the assessment of student learning outcomes for the program and/or department.

Participate in the assessment of general education outcomes for the college.

Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from program, division, and College administrators.

Attend department, division, and College meetings as required.

Acquire new knowledge and skills as appropriate for the academic discipline.

Satisfy objectives for mutually agreed upon special assignments.

Support the College's vision, mission, goals, and priorities.

Adjunct course schedules are assigned by the Department Chair. This position may be expected to teach the following courses:

SOC 1113 Introduction to Sociology SOC 2023 Social Problems SOC 2143 Race & Ethnicity in the United States SOC/PSY 2153 Fundamentals in Aging SOC 2213 Cultural Anthropology SOC 2313 Introduction to Social Work Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures) Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures

Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.

Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.

Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC's established safety and health procedures and practices.

Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

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