The primary duty is the effective teaching of college-level courses and labs in the occupational safety discipline. Responsibilities include preparing and teaching online courses, evaluating student performance, and providing substantive interaction to support student learning outcomes.
Adjunct faculty serve as temporary part-time faculty and are appointed as needed on a semester-by-semester basis. The primary duty is effective teaching of college-level courses and/or labs in the qualified discipline. San Juan College may approve remote or hybrid work for adjunct employees within New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and Texas (states subject to change at any time). All requests for remote work must be approved in advance by the Dean and Human Resources. Remote work options for locations outside of the United States are not permitted. MAJOR DUTIES Prepares and teaches online courses; delivers lectures, assignments and tests timely; evaluates and records student performance. Provides reasonable and substantive interaction to students and assesses completion of student learning outcomes. Resolves student issues and concerns or refers to coordinator. Communicates with the coordinator either in person, email, or phone. Performs related duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational safety field. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work and to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with three to five years of experience or service. Adjunct faculty are hired on a semester basis, depending upon the instructional needs identified for each semester. It is the policy of San Juan College that adjunct faculty may teach no more than 9 credit hours per semester, except upon approval by the Vice-President of Learning and the Vice-President of HR and Legal Activities. Payroll and Benefits: Adjunct faculty are paid biweekly at either $801 per credit hour, or at an hourly rate as applicable. Adjunct faculty teaching one (1) credit class or more are eligible for the tuition waiver benefit. Tuition may be waived for one class, up to four (4) credit hours per semester, and any one (1) credit HHPC Fitness Conditioning class for each semester they are employed. This tuition waiver benefit may be transferred to a qualified family member for the semester they are employed. If transferring to a qualified family member, proof of family status is required (i.e., marriage certificate, affidavit of domestic partnership or birth certificate) and must be verified by Human Resources. Additional benefits available to Adjunct faculty teaching one (1) credit class or more: Free Professional Development (technology training; teaching and learning seminars; learning symposiums). Free Library Services (CD and DVD checkout; book and periodical checkout). 403(b) participation. Employee Assistance Program Available 24 /7 – Provides 3 FREE sessions for services such as short-term counseling and assessments, referrals, prevention/education resources, and crisis intervention Voluntary Benefits Allstate/Aflac Liberty Mutual Adjunct faculty teaching three (3) or more credit hours will have Educational Retirement Board (ERB) contributions withheld each pay period. Contribution rates and retirement eligibility are available on the State of New Mexico Educational Retirement Board website http://www.nmerb.org Adjunct faculty are not medical benefit eligible. State and federal taxes, FICA and social security will be withheld for all adjunct faculty. Unofficial transcripts may be attached to this application. Official transcripts must be sent to Human Resources upon hire. EEO STATEMENT: San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws. San Juan College serves as a regional leader in education and provides quality education to approximately 10,000 students seeking academic credit and non-credit programs through face-to-face and online classes each year. San Juan College is proud to serve a unique and culturally diverse population. Nestled in the northwest corner of New Mexico, Farmington is the hub of the Four Corners region and is home to the stunning main campus and four satellite centers of San Juan College. Farmington is located one hour south of Durango, Colorado, three hours northwest of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, and three hours southeast of Moab, Utah. Along with the phenomenal weather, Farmington offers over 50 beautifully maintained city parks and thousands of acres of terrain, enough to satisfy any outdoor enthusiast. Enjoy mountain biking, hiking, boating, skiing, off-roading and more, or spend time at any of our three rivers and four lakes. Farmington also boasts a superb variety of special cultural events, museums, galleries, and local theater group events year-round. Learn more about the Farmington area by clicking here. As a Platinum Family Friendly New Mexico Business, San Juan College is dedicated to maintaining a workplace with policies that allow employees and their families to thrive. We want you to achieve a fulfilling work-life balance, build long-term financial security, and explore the beautiful natural settings around us. Below are some of the benefits offered: Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage options Generous paid leave plans and holiday pay Public Employee Pension Plan (NMERB) Optional 403 (b) Tax Deferred Annuities, 457 and Roth Plans Flex Spending accounts Life and Disability coverage Employee Wellness Incentives Employee Assistance Program Tuition waiver Free SJC Gym Membership Free Library services San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
Candidates must possess a baccalaureate degree in a field related to occupational safety. A minimum of three to five years of relevant experience is required to ensure competency in the subject matter.
Market context
In New Mexico, adjunct occupational safety roles typically attract candidates with field experience and teaching flexibility, especially when programs need instructors who can connect classroom concepts to workplace practices. This role is competitive because it asks for a related baccalaureate degree and three to five years of relevant experience, while also offering professional development, tuition waiver, and other employee benefits. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then tailor your application to show safety-specific experience and readiness to teach part time.
