Job Details

Adjunct Faculty, Environmental Studies/Studies

Salary Range: $880 (Masters) per credit hour

$1,000 (Ph.D/Doctorate) per credit hour

Chaminade University of Honolulu

Mission Statement

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

Position Information

Department: School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Status: Part-time, on demand per semester

Position Summary

The responsibilities of this position comprise the teaching of lecture and laboratory courses in Environmental Sciences and Environmental Studies to undergraduate (BSENVSTUD, BSENVSCI). As a faculty member, the Adjunct Professor is encouraged to participate actively in curriculum development, community-based service-learning activities/projects, course assessment and student career development. The faculty member should be committed first to teaching excellence and possess strong experiential and outdoor teaching skills. The post holder is expected to perform all duties professionally, remain current in the discipline and pedagogy, and ethically support the policies and mission of the University.

Reports to

This position reports to the Dean of the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person classes teaching environmental science
• Prepare course material
• Provide feedback and assessment of student performance
• Maintain a positive and engaging learning environment
• Keep abreast of developments in the field of sustainability and business innovation related to sustainability and incorporate new knowledge into the curriculum as appropriate
• Attend departmental meetings and participate in faculty development activities as required

Education and Experience

Minimum

• Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in environmental studies, conservation biology, environmental policy, environmental education, natural resource management or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Previous teaching experience is required.

Preferred

• Experience designing, organizing and participating in environmental community-based projects, service learning, high impact teaching practices and/or experiential learning projects are preferred. Post-graduate research and/or work experience in related fields are also plusses.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of environmental issues, sustainability studies and or entrepreneurial programs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and work collaboratively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student body at all levels of the university
• Dedication to providing high-quality education to students
• Familiarity with educational technology and ability to use it to enhance student learning
• High integrity and ethical standards

Physical Requirements

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

Other Requirements

• This is a part-time, exempt position. Nineteen hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required. Must be willing to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule.
• Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies while employed. The policies can be found at or on the employee Share Portal

Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University. Understanding of and respect for the University's designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.