Geography (Human): Part-Time Faculty, Fall 2013

Job Summary/Basic Function
Founded in 2005, GGC is the 35th institution of the University System of Georgia. GGC is a premier 21st century four-year liberal arts college accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools. With a current enrollment of over 9,000 students, GGC expects within two years to exceed 11,000 students, including both residential and commuter students. Located in the greater Atlanta metropolitan area, GGC provides a student-centered, technology-enriched learning environment. Gwinnett County (pop. 780,000+) is home to a variety of businesses, including organizations involved in health care, education, and information technology.

Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) is seeking candidates for the position of Human Geography part time Faculty for future semester terms. Reporting to the Dean of School of Liberal Arts, this position teaches college-level introductory Geography courses. This position also reviews, evaluates and recommends student learning materials, and evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving institutional and course goals.

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience.

Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Any resulting employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, as determined by Georgia Gwinnett College in its sole discretion. Georgia Gwinnett College, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability or religion. Georgia is an open records state.

Minimum Qualifications
Successful candidates must have a Master's degree in Human Geography or related discipline from an accredited institution with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in geography.

Highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse population of students.

Preferred Qualifications
A doctorate degree is preferred. College or University teaching experience preferred.

Physical Requirements
Position requires local travel. Ability to lift and carry files and materials. Ability to move from one office to another office on campus. Adequate vision, hearing and manual dexterity to interact with people in person, on the phone and in writing. Job takes place in normal environmental conditions.