Graphic Design Adjunct Instructor

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Job Title: Graphic Design Adjunct InstructorAgency: Albany Technical College Job Requisition ID: JR0000007201Shift: Any (United States of America)Compensation Details: SALARY IS COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE. Job Description: Albany Technical College seeks a part-time Instructor to instruct students of Design & Media Production Technology in Graphic Design. Under general supervision, he/she will prepare and plan for instruction and deliver instruction to students in the Design and Media Production Technology program at Albany Technical College. The Instructor will develop program syllabi, and evaluate students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. He/she will request and maintain supplies and equipment, prepare, and maintain all required documentation and administrative reports. The Instructor will attend staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences. He/she will ensure safety and security requirements are met in the training area, meet with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students' instructional program and other issues. The Instructor must demonstrate excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and organizational skills. The successful candidate must be highly motivated, must have functional knowledge of Microsoft (MS) Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud (CC), and must possess appropriate diplomacy and critical thinking skills. Work schedule may include day, evening, and/or online courses, as assigned. The ability to work a flexible schedule, and travel within the Service Delivery Area is vital. He/she will strive to contribute to the overall success of the college and its students.

Minimum Qualifications: The candidate MUST possess an Associate’s Degree in graphic design or a related teaching discipline with verifiable academic credentials, qualifications, or competencies appropriate for teaching the course content AND have two (2) years in-­‐field experience within the last seven (7) years, preferably as a graphic designer with a Portfolio of recent work using Adobe Creative Cloud.

Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to applicants who have Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related teaching discipline with verifiable academic credentials, qualifications, or competencies appropriate for teaching the course content AND have three (3) to five (5) years in-­‐field experience within the last seven (7) years. Prior teaching experience at the post-secondary level and experience with Blackboard or other online learning management systems.

Physical Demands: Responsibilities are typically performed in an office or classroom/lab environment with the employee intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling for up to three (3) – four (4) continuous hours at a time. The employee frequently lifts lightweight objects up to 25 LBS. The exposure to dirt, dust, chemicals, fumes, and hazardous materials is possible in the laboratory environment. The ability to distinguish colors and finger dexterity is required. Hand and finger motion may be required for data entry purposes.

Salary/Benefits:  This is a part-­‐time position and does not include insurance benefits; work hours will not exceed 29 per week. Salary is commensurate with education and work experience.

Application Deadline: The position will remain open until filled. All applications packets MUST be completed via the Online at Team Georgia Careers. As a part of the application process, interested candidates will be required to upload other documents including a resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts (see job center listing for more details). This posting will be removed from the Online Job Center once the position has been filled. For more information regarding this position or application instructions, please contact the Human Resources Office [email protected]. All positions require a pre-employment criminal background investigation, education, and employer/professional reference checks. Some positions may additionally require a motor vehicle record search, credit history check, fingerprinting, and/or drug screen. All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Copies of all transcripts should be submitted at the time of application. Official transcripts are required upon employment. Albany Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law.

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.