Job Description

Montgomery College accepts applications for Adjunct/Part-time Faculty on a continuous basis. Applications may be reviewed periodically based on the student enrollment needs. The listing of a course in the schedule of classes as “TBA” does not constitute an assignment. The hiring decision for part-time faculty involves an academic judgment and shall be determined at Management’s sole discretion.

Job Description

The Montgomery College, Rockville Campus, is currently accepting applications for possible openings as a part-time faculty member teaching Construction Methods and Materials, Construction Plan Reading, or Computer Applications in Construction for the Spring 2023 semester.  We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who exhibits significant prior Construction Management experience, a high degree of professionalism, a strong commitment to our students, and demonstrates the ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner.  

  
***Montgomery College accepts applications for Adjunct/Part-time Faculty on a continuous basis. Applications may be reviewed periodically based on the student enrollment needs. ***

• The listing of a course in the schedule of classes as “TBA” does not constitute an assignment.
• The hiring decision for part-time faculty involves an academic judgment and shall be determined at Management’s sole discretion.
• During the academic year part-time faculty at Montgomery College may teach no more than 11.5 ESH (equivalent semester hour) per semester and no more than 23 ESH per academic year.
• During summer part-time faculty at Montgomery College may teach no more than 10 ESH (equivalent semester hour) for both sessions combined.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Based on enrollment needs, teach CMGT100, Construction Methods and Materials, with emphasis on CSI Divisions 01 through 09.
• Based on enrollment needs, teach CMGT110, Construction Plan Reading.  This class emphasizes plan reading for both residential and commercial construction projects, including site plans, architectural drawings, mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP) drawings, and structural drawings. 
• Based on enrollment needs, teach CMGT190, Computer Applications in Construction.  Emphasis is placed on the practical application of Microsoft Word and Excel in producing and maintaining documents for the efficient management of construction projects and introduces students to the use of Sage Estimating and On-Screen Takeoff to develop estimates and Primavera P6 for developing construction schedules. 
• Adhere to the college curriculum and course outcomes
• Develop course syllabus consistent with the college’s guidelines, college curriculum, and course outcomes
• Make recommendations for textbooks and educational support materials to the program coordinator
• Submit to the Applied Technologies Department course syllabi, course calendar, and copies of assignments that contribute more than 20% of the final grade
• Meet grading deadlines as requested by Admissions and Records and deliver feedback/grades to students in a timely manner
• Periodically review teaching format, presentation, style, and procedures for potential improvement
• Manage classroom attendance and record grades in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with students and colleagues using email
• Use Blackboard as a course supplement
• Participate in program-related events, including program meetings and meetings of the construction management industry advisory committee
• Perform other responsibilities as described in the part-time faculty handbook

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a construction-related discipline is required.
• Minimum of ten years of industry experience in construction management, including the preparation of detailed construction cost estimates, knowledge of construction methods and materials, and ability to read detailed construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with software applications used in construction, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Sage Estimating (formerly Timberline), On-Screen Takeoff, and Primavera P6.
• Proficiency with and ability to use a Learning Management System (LMS) and other web-based instructional technology to facilitate learning in a web-enhanced environment.
• Demonstrated experience teaching using a variety of delivery methods, online resources, and technology applications across the curriculum.
• Candidates must have a strong knowledge of the Construction and Design industry, particularly as it relates to the Washington Metro area.
• Successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and must be willing to contribute to the College’s strategic plan of inclusion.
• Faculty members are expected to have access to a personal computer with virus protection that can connect to the internet outside of the work location (i.e., office, classroom, college campus)*.  Montgomery College (MC) provides an MC e-mail account and access to the learning platform, password-protected faculty sections of the website, college listservs, and other faculty communications tools.  *If you do not have access to a personal computer, please notify the department chair at the time of the interview. Subject to available funds, the college may be able to provide temporary access to resources.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without a sponsor.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in a construction-related discipline.
• Previous experience teaching construction estimating in a college environment.
• Familiarity with community college construction management programs.
• Previous experience using Blackboard Learn.
• Familiarity with Zoom or Blackboard Collaborate Ultra web meeting platforms.
• Experience with screen recording software such as Camtasia or Screencast-O-Matic.
• Experience with additional construction management software applications, such as Bluebeam Revu, Procore, AutoCAD, and Revit.

 Application Process:

• Click Here to apply online
• Online applications must be received by December 15, 2022
• For consideration, you must: (optional)

  Include dates of employment in your application or attachment;

  Submit a cover letter along with an unofficial copy of your transcripts from your highest degree earned.

As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire:

• Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable). Must provide proof of US degree equivalency for international degrees.

Closing Date

Friday, December 16, 2022

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