What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor position at University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Posting Information
| Department | SOG MPA Program - 375300 |
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| Application Deadline | 03/31/2025 |
| Position Type | Visiting / Part-time Faculty |
| Working Title | Adjunct Instructor |
| Appointment Type | Adjunct Faculty |
| Position Number | 20069662 |
| Vacancy ID | F003302 |
| Full-time/Part-time | Part-Time Temporary |
| Hours per week | 5 |
| FTE | 0.125 |
| Position Location | North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range | |
| Proposed Start Date | 04/01/2025 |
| Estimated duration of appointment | 1 year |
Position Information
| Be a Tar Heel! | A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events. |
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| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | As the largest university-based local government training, advisory, and research organization in the United States, the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Government offers more than 200 courses, webinars, and specialized conferences for more than 12,000 public officials each year. Established as the Institute of Government in 1931, the School of Government's mission is to improve the lives of North Carolinians by engaging in practical scholarship that helps public officials understand and improve state and local government. The School offers a nationally ranked Master of Public Administration program - on campus and online - to prepare public service leaders. The School is also home to entrepreneurial and innovative initiatives that research, advise, and train in areas including public leadership, judicial education, technology, environmental finance, and development finance, among others. |
| Position Summary | The School of Government hires part-time adjunct instructors with professional practice expertise to teach one or more online courses in our MPA program. Our online teaching model is structured such that a lead faculty member records the course content and develops the assignments. The adjunct instructor leads live sessions and is responsible for guiding students through the synchronous components of the course, providing an in-depth exploration of the material by incorporating their professional insights. Furthermore, the live session instructor is tasked with student communication, advising, and grading. Live sessions are conducted weekly for 90 minutes over a 14-week term. |
| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | A masters in public administration or management, political science, public policy or related field |
| Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | A minimum of 10 years professional work experience in direct practice, community practice, management, policy practice and/or research is in government is required. Additionally, one to two years teaching experience in public policy, government, political science or law on either the graduate or undergraduate level is preferred. |
| Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
| Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
| Special Instructions | |
| Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/297997 |
Contact Information
| Department Contact Name and Title | Faith Burks, Director Human Resources |
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| Department Contact Telephone or Email | burks@sog.unc.edu |
| Academic Personnel Office Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Academic Personnel Office at facultyrecruitment@unc.edu. Please note: The Academic Personnel Office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact. |
| Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
