North Dakota University System

Position Information

Precision Agriculture, Technology, & Natural Resources Adjunct Instructor 

OVERVIEW: Bismarck State College is dedicated to student success. This on campus position is student-centered to provide high quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences. 

MISSION: As North Dakota's Polytechnic Institution, Bismarck State College focuses on student success through the delivery of affordable, flexible, high-quality, experiential learning enhanced by public-private partnerships. 

VISION: Bismarck State College will be a leader in polytechnic education improving lives and building sustainable communities. 

STARTING DATE: TBD

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Opportunities exist for part-time, non-benefited instructors to teach college-level classes (potential for on-campus and/or online).

Other responsibilities include submitting grades by the established deadline and other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean and/or the Dean of CET (Current and Emerging Technology).

Position Description & Details

• The successful candidate will design, conduct, and interpret a wide range of studies relevant to their field of expertise in precision agriculture to address midwestern relevant agricultural challenges.
• The ability to develop and teach relevant courses, engage in outreach, supervise students and seasonal staff, and communicate with constituents in all backgrounds is also required.
• Statistical analysis, report writing, and presentation skills are essential.
• Duties include a combination of research, teaching, and service.
• Service includes department, college, and university committee work and participation in professional organizations.
• Have an appreciation for and add to the College's commitment to supporting students from all backgrounds.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an Agriculture field of study or
• Bachelor's degree with 18 credit credits in an Agriculture field of study or
• Associate degree in Agriculture field of study with 3 years of non- teaching work-related experience in agriculture field.
• Certificate in specific discipline area and 5 years in non-teaching work-related experience or
• No Degree / Certificate and 10 years of non-teaching work-related experience. Demonstrated experience in the area of Precision Agriculture
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse groups.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Good computer software skills - Microsoft Office Suite-Word, Excel, etc., electronic Calendar and E-mail, and strong Internet familiarity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in agriculture field of study
• Demonstrated experience in teaching in the area relevant to Precision Agriculture
• College teaching experience. 
• Experience with Blackboard Learning Management System
• Experience with non-traditional teaching methods such as facilitating group work, use of inquiry-based and other active learning pedagogies, and/or contextualized instruction.

Applicant Materials Required

To be considered by the search committee, thoroughly complete the application and upload:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Transcripts - copies are acceptable during the time of inquiry (official would be required if hired). If you do not have a copy and need to order them, please have them emailed to: bsc.humanresources@bismarckstate.edu OR mailed to: BSC, Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 5587, Bismarck, ND 58506-5587. Transcripts will be reviewed to ensure minimum degree/course requirements meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards). 

Additional Information

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 

Bismarck State College does not provide?sponsorships. 

BSC determines employment eligibility through the E-Verify system.???

To apply, click the Apply button at the top of the page. To be considered by the search committee, applications must include an online application and upload a cover letter, resume, and copies of transcripts (undergraduate and graduate). Paper applications will not be accepted. (NOTE: Incomplete files will NOT be considered.)

For more information or assistance contact: Human Resources (701) 224-5531. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

http://bismarckstate.edu/employment/

Human Resources*Meadowlark Building*PO Box 5587*1700 Schafer St.*Bismarck, ND 58506-5587

701-224-5531*800-366-6888 (TTY Relay ND)

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility including a copy of NGB 22 from the National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability.

DISCLAIMER CLAUSE: 

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential to making fair pay decisions and for determining job performance.