Agriculture Instructor (# req543)

CATEGORY/LEVEL

Faculty (9-month contract)

BASIC FUNCTION

The instructor is responsible fordelivering agriculture and agronomy instruction, facilitating student learning and success, and developing curriculum and strategies thataddress the needs of students, industry partners, and the agricultural community. Instruction will be delivered across multiple modalitiesand pedagogical approaches, including classroom-based instruction and experiential, hands-on learning opportunities. In consultation withthe Dean, the instructor will oversee farm lab crop activities, ensuring effective support for daily operations. The instructor will engagein agriculture and agronomy initiatives, including community outreach, student recruitment, and industry partnerships.

STARTDATE

August 2026 SALARY

AND BENEFITS

Salary based on education and experience. Benefits package includes BlueCross/Blue Shield major medical health insurance; eye care, dental, life and disability insurance; paid sick leave and personal days; achoice of IPERS or TIAA retirement plans, and a variety of additional optional benefits.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

: Agronomy emphasis preferred. Previouscollegiate teaching experience, including demonstrated effectiveness in student engagement, curriculum development, and assessment oflearning outcomes with a commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy also preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES ANDDUTIES

Teaching & Program Development

• Plan, deliver, and assess instruction across various formats (in-person, online,hybrid, and off-campus).

Develop and update curricula, select textbooks, track assessment data, and ensure alignment with industrystandards. Engage in continuous professional development and participate in institutional and academic affairs. May be assigned to teachother courses for which qualifications are met. Student Engagement & Support

• Maintain regular office hours and provide academicsupport to students in person or online. Create a supportive learning environment and promote student success through clear communicationand effective instructional strategies. Support student organizations and activities. Program Promotion & Outreach
• Activelyparticipate in student recruitment and retention efforts, contribute to marketing initiatives, and cultivate relationships with industry andeducational partners, high schools, and the community. Professionalism & Communication
• Maintain strong organizational skills,demonstrate reliability, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by Dean and VicePresident of Academic Affairs. Farm Lab Management
• Oversee farm lab operations, including planting, scouting, fertilization, pestcontrol, harvest, and marketing. Supervise work-study students and lab assistants. Physical & Travel Requirements
• Work inindoor/outdoor settings, operate farm equipment as needed, and travel for outreach, recruitment, and off-campus instruction.

Performin a manner which strengthens the coordination and cooperation of all organizational components of the College, including opportunities forstudent recruitment.

NIACC Core Principles:

All employees are expected to adhere to all NIACC policies and procedures,including the faculty agreement. NIACC administration, faculty, and staff value a positive working environment and an environment of mutualrespect; therefore, all employees are to maintain a positive attitude and respect for others when working with all NIACC departments,employees, students, partners, and the public. Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States withoutsponsorship. NIACC is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. 06/2026