What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct - Agribusiness Faculty position at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College?
This position instructs courses for the Agribusiness program. This person should have experience in food safety and handling, business management, or animal production. Candidates should be able to prepare syllabus and course materials. Course topics may include licensing and food safety, agribusiness management, crop production, farm equipment, and other agricultural topics.
- Prepare syllabus and course materials
- Instruct lecture and labs
- Prepare online course material to support instruction
- Keep attendance and grade records
- Report mid-term and final grades by deadlines
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in agribusiness or related field
Experience
- 1-3 years’ experience within the agribusiness market or related field
- 1-3 years’ instruction for adult learners – experience teaching or training in either an academic or industry training setting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner.
- Ability to instruct adult learners
- Proficiency in research, interpreting and analyzing diverse data; knowledge of how to enter, monitor, and interpret student data accurately.
- Knowledgeable in use of Word and Excel (intermediate level).
- Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Commitment to following all College policies and procedures.
Adjunct pay dependent on degree level.
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, or religion in admission, employment, or educational programs and activities; nor does it discriminate based on genetic information in employment or employee health benefits. Faculty, staff, students, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the job application, pre-employment testing, interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Megan Stoner, Talent Acquisition & Development Coordinator at 304-260-4380 or email hr@blueridgetctc.edu.