Virginia's Community Colleges

Working Title Workforce Adjunct Instructor – Project Management

Role Title

Role Code

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band 00

Position Number 280A9999

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division NV280-VP Workforce Development

Work Location Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range $85-$115 per teaching hour base rate. Industry certifications in specific content areas may adjust rate.

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- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Varies according to class schedules.

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

General Description:

NOVA Workforce is seeking an experienced instructor to deliver classroom training that

will prepare students to successfully pass the Project Management Professional certification exam. Professionals with specific industry experience including healthcare are encouraged to apply.

This is a non-credit course and requires 36 instructional hours for adult learners which will be taught evenings and/or Saturdays throughout the year. NOVA Workforce Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.

Duties and Tasks:

• Teach Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation courses.
• Develop course syllabi utilizing PMI’s PMP preparation instructional materials.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to NOVA and VCCS policies, procedures and regulations.
• Maintain current competence in SHRM and/or closely related certifications.
• Provide quality instruction with established materials, meeting assigned classes as scheduled.
• Submit required records and reports routinely and adhere to the statement of professional ethics in accordance with NOVA and VCCS policies, procedures, and regulations.

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

KSA’s:

• Credentialed as a PMP.
• Deep knowledge of Project Management theory, PMI’s approach, and current applications in the workplace.
• Knowledge in Canvas/Blackboard or related LMS usage for instruction (assignments, quizzes, discussion boards, gradebook, modules).
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work with groups of varying ages and skill levels – including differentiating instruction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work individually as well as on a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.

Minimum Work Experience:

• Two (2) years of teaching experience in project management.
• Experience training adult learners.
• Experience using learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.)

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations:

• Industry experience in Healthcare, Construction, Federal Contracting, Construction.
• PMP specializations including ACP and CPMAI.
• Prior experience teaching in higher education.
• Experience teaching in classroom, hybrid, and online formats.
• Experience working with and teaching people from diverse language and professional backgrounds.

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

n/a

Posting Number ADJ_3474P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies varies depending on classes

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 07/17/2026

Job Close Date 08/14/2026

Open Until Filled

Agency Website https://www.nvcc.edu/

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

Adjunct postings are pool postings, meaning that when there is a need, the divisions pull from the applicants that have applied to this position. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment.

Applicants must reside in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students,

faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse

backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with

NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit a At Glance | Northern Virginia Community College.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support

and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and

services, please visit our The NVCC website.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: 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/98632

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