Adjunct – Unmanned Aerial Systems: Drones (PT)

Job Summary:

SUNY Sullivan Community College is seeking to fill the position of Adjunct Instructor for a summer 2025 appointment. The employee will provide instruction for the following course:

(AET1101) Unmanned Aerial Systems: Drones

IMPORTANT: This course will be offered on campus. This is a seated course. Instructors who are only available to teach online will not be considered.

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate a commitment to the community college philosophy and a culture of belonging.

Required Qualifications:

· Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 Certification

· Teaching experience, preferably in the community college setting

· Excellent interpersonal skills as necessary for working with diverse groups of people with varying backgrounds and learning styles

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to adapt to and effectively learn new technologies (learning management systems, online tools, simulated lab environments, etc.)

· Familiarity with a breadth and depth of technologies, as applied to specific classes

Preferred Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Geographic Information Systems or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning preferred; or Bachelor’s degree and 6 years or more experience in the field

· Experience working in a community college setting

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Teach Unmanned Aerial Systems: Drones course, as well as potential additional courses related to the applicant's area of professional expertise as needed

· Candidates must be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching and possess the ability to effectively interact with a diverse student and employee population

· Hold reliable, appropriate office hours

· Take part as needed in advising/mentoring students, developing curricula, recruiting students, and attending division and faculty meetings

General:

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform other job-related instructions assigned by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; the review of resumes will be ongoing. Salary is determined by a candidate’s rank at SUNY Sullivan, based on teaching experience, education, and other criteria. The full salary range is $655 to $740 per contact hour/course credit, per semester. Please submit your cover letter, resume or CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and the contact information including emails for 3 professional references.

Part-time, external adjunct faculty are not eligible to participate in a bargaining unit and employment with SUNY Sullivan is considered at will.

Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer:

SCCC is an equal opportunity employer. SCCC is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. SCCC encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $655.00 - $740.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $655 - $740