What are the responsibilities and job description for the CCV Part Time Faculty - Geospatial Technology (Fall 2025) position at CCV - Instructor?
Every year Community College of Vermont employs nearly 500 part-time faculty to teach its courses at 12 locations statewide and online, and we are always looking for enthusiastic, knowledgeable teachers. All faculty work part-time with a maximum of three courses each semester.
Our Mission: The Community College of Vermont, a Vermont State College, supports and challenges all students in meeting their educational goals through an abiding commitment to access, affordability, and student success.
The Community College of Vermont seeks applicants for a part-time faculty position to teach Geospatial Technology (3 Credits) online for the Fall 2025 semester.
Semester Dates: 9/2/2025 - 12/15/2025
Days and times: Asynchronous Online
Location: Online
Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of geospatial technology, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), cartography, remote sensing, and spatial analysis through a series of hands-on computer-based exercises. Participants learn how to utilize geospatial technology to address social and environmental issues.
Essential Objectives:
1. Describe the fundamental concepts of Geographic Information Science and Technology.
2. Explain basic functions and uses of geospatial software and hardware.
3. Employ fundamental remote sensing and spatial analysis techniques.
4. Demonstrate basic proficiency in map creation and design principles, including thematic map display, employment of map projections, and cartographic design.
5. Create and acquire spatial data using sources including the Global Position System.
6. Access and create different sources of data and evaluate their quality.
7. Demonstrate proficiency in understanding, interpreting, evaluating, and applying quantitative data and information.
8. Explain how the analysis and presentation of spatial information has been used to perpetuate or disrupt systems of inequality.
Requirements: Master's degree required.
Per VSC policy we are unable to offer remote employment for individuals who reside in North Dakota, Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, or outside of the USA.
CCV values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. CCV strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. CCV is an Equal Opportunity Employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.
Additional Information: All new full-time employees and certain part-time employees will be subject to a fingerprint-supported criminal background check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered, please submit a complete application package which includes our online employment application, cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references at: https://ccv.edu/learn-about-ccv/employment/
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