What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty - Political Science position at Virginia's Community College System?
Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Political Science Role Title Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 282A0000 Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Albemarle - 003 Hiring Range Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Yes Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule
Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Responsibilities include teaching developmental and/or college-level courses, which may include distance-learning courses during the day and evening, on weekdays and weekends.
Primarily face-to-face with the possibility of remote instruction.
Sensitive Position No Job Description
Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia – principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our scenic campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). PVCC is nationally recognized for its outstanding transfer curriculum; its relationship with its neighbor, the University of Virginia; and its Workforce Development Programs serving local employers.
The position may include teaching at any PVCC location, including the Giuseppe Center in Greene County and correctional facilities in Fluvanna, Buckingham, and Dillwyn
Courses may be offered day, evening, weekend and at various locations.
Applications will be received and considered on a continuous basis, as openings occur. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until needed positions are filled and/or the closing date of our announcement.
We are seeking to identify qualified and interested adjunct faculty members in the following teaching disciplines and/or subject areas: POLITICAL SCIENCE
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
Please note in your cover letter and/or application that you are specifically interested in teaching a course at one of the prison sites. For additional information on our prison program, please contact Prison Program Coordinator Julie Olive at jolive@pvcc.edu
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess expert skills, knowledge, experience and education in the subject area and a history of successful teaching or related experience.
Minimum Education Required – Master’s degree in Political Science or a graduate degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Political Science.
Additional Considerations
Two years teaching experience, work experience in the field, and experience with on-line teaching. Teaching experience in Political Science. Knowledge of, and experience with, proven teaching strategies that promote student success. Candidates should possess sufficient technology skills to work productively in an organization that utilizes significant information and instructional technology resources.
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
To and from any college campus/site location as assigned.
Posting Number ADJ_3148P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 02/25/2026 Job Close Date 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.pvcc.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email humanresources@pvcc.edu Phone Number 434.961.6567 Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Package must include—
References & criminal background checks required.
Piedmont Virginia Community College is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
Additional Information
Piedmont Virginia Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, sex, age or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Associate Vice President of Human Resources, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M132, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/93934
Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Responsibilities include teaching developmental and/or college-level courses, which may include distance-learning courses during the day and evening, on weekdays and weekends.
Primarily face-to-face with the possibility of remote instruction.
Sensitive Position No Job Description
Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia – principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our scenic campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). PVCC is nationally recognized for its outstanding transfer curriculum; its relationship with its neighbor, the University of Virginia; and its Workforce Development Programs serving local employers.
The position may include teaching at any PVCC location, including the Giuseppe Center in Greene County and correctional facilities in Fluvanna, Buckingham, and Dillwyn
Courses may be offered day, evening, weekend and at various locations.
Applications will be received and considered on a continuous basis, as openings occur. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until needed positions are filled and/or the closing date of our announcement.
We are seeking to identify qualified and interested adjunct faculty members in the following teaching disciplines and/or subject areas: POLITICAL SCIENCE
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
Please note in your cover letter and/or application that you are specifically interested in teaching a course at one of the prison sites. For additional information on our prison program, please contact Prison Program Coordinator Julie Olive at jolive@pvcc.edu
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess expert skills, knowledge, experience and education in the subject area and a history of successful teaching or related experience.
Minimum Education Required – Master’s degree in Political Science or a graduate degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Political Science.
Additional Considerations
Two years teaching experience, work experience in the field, and experience with on-line teaching. Teaching experience in Political Science. Knowledge of, and experience with, proven teaching strategies that promote student success. Candidates should possess sufficient technology skills to work productively in an organization that utilizes significant information and instructional technology resources.
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
To and from any college campus/site location as assigned.
Posting Number ADJ_3148P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 02/25/2026 Job Close Date 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.pvcc.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email humanresources@pvcc.edu Phone Number 434.961.6567 Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Package must include—
- Online Application
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references
References & criminal background checks required.
Piedmont Virginia Community College is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
Additional Information
Piedmont Virginia Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, sex, age or sexual orientation in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Associate Vice President of Human Resources, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M132, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/93934