Adjunct Geology Instructor-GSC

Adjunct Geology Instructor-GSC Salary See Position Description

Location: Oakland Community College, a multi-campus institution in Oakland County, Michigan

Job Type: Adjunct

Job Number: 202400251

Division: General Science

Opening Date: February 12, 2026

Closing Date: Continuous

Description Oakland Community College, a student-centered community dedicated to providing quality learning opportunities for individuals, the community, and organizations on an accessible, affordable basis, 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 Geology 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 Geology 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.

Full-Time Positions

• Classified, Exempt (Non-union), Faculty, Maintenance, Operating Engineers, Public Safety, Teamsters
• Benefit Effective Date: First of the month after date of hire

Benefits Offered by the College

Medical

• Multiple 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 waiver program for employees and their dependents
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Employees have a free resource to assist with a wide-range of needs, including counseling sessions

Part-Time Positions

• 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.

Adjunct Faculty, Part-time Hourly (Non-union), and Casual Instructors

• 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

Contact Information

Contact Information: hr@oaklandcc.edu 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/