Adjunct Astronomy Instructor-GSC Salary See Position Description
Location: Oakland Community College, a multi-campus institution in Oakland County, Michigan
Job Type: Adjunct
Job Number: 202300065
Division: General Science
Opening Date: January 1, 2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Description: Oakland Community College, a multi-campus institution in Oakland County, Michigan, is a student-centered community dedicated to providing quality learning opportunities for individuals, the community, and organizations on an accessible, affordable basis. We are one of the largest community colleges in the state of Michigan, with a multi-campus system, serving more than 12,000 students. OCC is seeking Adjunct Faculty Instructors who value diversity, shared responsibility, open communication, personal empowerment, integrity, and ethical commitment. Adjunct Faculty must be committed to using modern technology in the classroom.
Applications for adjunct positions are accepted continuously and entered into a candidate pool. Adjunct Instructors are hired on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year, depending on enrollment needs. If a need arises, applications in the pool are reviewed, and the Department reaches out directly to candidates.
Candidates who do not have legal residence in the State of Michigan will become Edustaff employees. Employment offers, salary, and benefits are provided by Edustaff, not OCC (Oakland Community College). Please include resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts for all degrees (listed below in the Minimum Education and Experience section) within your application materials. Transcripts need to reflect the date the degree was awarded. And, if hired, official transcripts will be required within 30 days of hire.
Typical Duties: Primary responsibility will be to teach anticipated day and/or evening General Science courses, which range from basic to advanced skill levels. Where applicable, adjuncts are required to maintain and/or provide licensure and certifications.
Knowledge and Skills Required: Experience with multi-cultural students and staff preferred Ability to work as a team player in a multi-cultural working environment Online teaching experience preferred Minimum Education and Experience: Masters degree in Astronomy or equivalent Salary: $1000 per instructional credit hour
Benefits: We are excited to have you consider Oakland Community College (OCC) as your employer of choice! OCC strives to provide valuable and empowering services not only to our students, but also to our employees. See below the benefits offered by the College under the benefit types:
Full-Time Positions for the Following Employee Groups: Classified, Exempt (Non-union), Faculty, Maintenance, Operating Engineers, Public Safety, Teamsters
Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire
Medical: Multiple PPO Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) medical plans with prescription coverage to choose from; Traditional and 2 High Deductible plans provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) Free preventive services on every plan Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the High Deductible medical plans MESSA medical is offered to the Faculty and Public Safety employees Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) medical is offered to Classified, Exempt (Non-union), Maintenance, Operating Engineers, and Teamsters There is a $2,000 prorated Medical Opt Out stipend with proof of other applicable medical coverage
Dental: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions
Vision: NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan provided by the College, no payroll deductions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Health Care, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, and Adoption FSAs are available
Life Insurance: The College provides $120,000 of coverage (portion is subject to taxation), no payroll deductions
Disability: 70% of wages provided for Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Retirement: College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS) The Exempt, Faculty, and Teamsters employee groups can elect the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) provided by TIAA; opting out of MPSERS Voluntary Retirement Accounts: Employees can open and contribute via payroll deduction into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts
Voluntary Benefits: Employees can elect voluntary benefits of optional life insurance (for self, spouse, and/or children), cancer protection, pet insurance, legal & ID shield, long term and/or critical care during annual open enrollment in November
Tuition: OCC tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents Employees may take Non-OCC classes using the tuition reimbursement program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Employees have a free resource to assist with a wide-range of needs, including counseling sessions
Employee Group: Classified Part-Time Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire Part-time Classified employees are offered the opportunity to have medical, dental, vision at the full monthly premium; life insurance is also available at a nominal cost. Participation requires that benefit costs be taken via payroll deduction.
Medical: There are 4 PPO Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) medical plans within the Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool (WMHIP) that employees can choose from Medical plans include prescription coverage, free in-network preventive services, and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with high deductible medical plans
Dental: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) plan that has free in-network preventive services including two annual cleanings
Vision: NVA (National Vision Administrators) plan that includes annual examinations with participating providers
Life Insurance: Employees can choose to have a life insurance policy of $10,000 or $20,000
Retirement: College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
Voluntary Retirement Accounts: Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts
Tuition: OCC tuition reimbursement program available for Adjunct Employees
Retirement: College employees are part of the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS) provided by the Michigan Office of Retirement Services (ORS)
Voluntary Retirement Accounts: Employees can open and contribute, via payroll deduction, into 403(b) and/or 457(b) voluntary retirement accounts
Tuition: OCC tuition reimbursement program available for Adjunct Employees
Edustaff employees are not eligible for OCC benefits
Contact Information: hr@oaklandcc.edu 01
Minimum of a Masters Degree or higher: Yes 02 Please indicate which discipline area you are interested in teaching. Astronomy Geology Both Required Question Employer Oakland Community College Office Of Human Resources Address 2900 Featherstone Rd. Auburn Hills, Michigan, 48326 Phone 248-341-2022 Website https://www.oaklandcc.edu/