What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor of Process Technology position at River Parishes Community College?
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Gonzales, LA
Unclassified
227439
River Parishes Community College
10/15/2026
12/31/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
POSITION TITLE
Adjunct - Process Technology Instructor
APPOINTMENT
Appointed by the Chancellor of the College upon recommendation of the Vice Chancellor of Education and Training
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY
Adjunct instructors may be assigned classes at any of the four River Parishes Community College campuses (Gonzales, Reserve, Plaquemine and St. Charles Locations), as determined by student need and institutional demand. Teaching needs will include face-to-face, online, and/or evening classes. Adjunct faculty are responsible for timely and accurate submission of required documentation related to human resources and instruction.
The pay for the position is contingent upon the hours and classes assigned. Adjunct instructors are currently paid at the rate of $800 per credit hour.
Minimum Qualifications
- Required:
- Associate of Applied Science degree in a related field and five years of full-time experience in the processing industry; or seven years full-time experience in the processing industry
- Current knowledge of various processing systems and practices
- Current knowledge of industrial safety rules
- Computer skills and use of internet
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with diverse student populations
Job Specification
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Process technology is defined as the study and application of the scientific principles associated with the operation and maintenance of the chemical processing industry. Teaching content includes areas such as process technology science, equipment, instrumentation, dynamic process control, quality control, troubleshooting, and safety.
The successful candidate will be expected to establish a supportive learning environment for a diverse college student population. Instructors are responsible for planning, teaching, and managing student learning in all assigned areas of the programs that align with an approved course of study, state guidelines, program accreditation standards, and advisory committee recommendations. The teaching schedule will vary based on student and college needs.
Job Duties and Other Information
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The instructor will:
- Effectively deliver, develop, revise, and teach classroom, lab and online curriculum in a team-oriented setting
- Develop, plan, implement, and revise new and existing courses, curriculum, and lesson plans as needed
- Apply necessary components of math, human relations, communications, and cultural competence as embedded soft skills in the technical curriculum
- Develop and maintain appropriate lab equipment and environment for training
- Develop and implement measures of program outcomes and effectiveness
- Keep current with industrial practices and technology
- Work with local industry representatives, as needed
- Meet College deadlines for attendance taking and grade submission
- Consult with other College faculty and staff on issues relevant to student success
- Monitor and document student performance
- Work with the program advisory committee, as needed
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to the River Parishes Community College Mission
- Contribute to college-wide goals and activities
River Parishes Community College is an open admission institution that partners with the communities and businesses of the river parishes region of Louisiana to provide workforce training, certificates, diplomas, and Associate Degrees.
Please visit our website for more information: www.rpcc.edu.
River Parishes Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. River Parishes Community College also operates in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, of the 1962 Educational Amendments, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, Shalither S. Cushenberry, has been chosen to respond to student-related issues concerning the nondiscrimination policy at titleIX@rpcc.edu or 225-743-8526. Faculty and staff are encouraged to contact Brian J. Vermeire in the Office of Human Resources at hr@rpcc.edu or 225-743-8539. At RPCC, the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in Career and Technical classes and activities in our institution. The College is also in compliance with the Family Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-380) as amended by the (P.L. 95-568).
Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.
Salary : $800