Human Services Adjunct Instructor

Human Services Adjunct Instructor Virginia Community College, United States 4 days ago

Location:

Alleghany, CALIFORNIA

Deadline:

31 Jul 2026 Posting Details Posting Summary Working Title Human Services Adjunct Instructor Role Title Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number Agency Mountain Gateway Community College Division Mountain Gateway Community College (Div) Work Location Alleghany - 005 Hiring Range $793.00 to $1,500 (depending upon eduction and experience) Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule TBD Sensitive Position No Job Description Mountain Gateway Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and one of 23 community colleges in Virginia. The college is supported by the Commonwealth of Virginia; the counties of Alleghany, Bath, Botetourt (northern portion) and Rockbridge; the cities of Buena Vista, Covington, and Lexington; and the town of Clifton Forge. MGCC provides opportunities for the extension of knowledge, skills and personal enrichment in an environment that maintains high academic standards and respect for each individual. The college strives to keep programs and services financially and geographically accessible for all students. Credit and non-credit courses are offered to meet life-long learning needs. On-site and distance learning options incorporate up-to-date technologies. Mountain Gateway Community College is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Human Services Adjunct Instructor This position supports the expansion of the Social Science Associate of Science degree and Transfer Virginia (TVA) Social Work Common Curriculum by increasing instructional capacity and strengthening the behavioral health workforce pipeline. The position includes both teaching responsibilities (1-2 courses, 6-9 credit hours) and a significant student recruitment function targeting dual enrollment high school students and incumbent workers employed by Community Services Boards and regional behavioral health organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach 1-2 courses (6-9 credit hours) in the TVA Social Work Common Curriculum such as HMS 100: Introduction to Social Services, SOC 266: Race and Community, and SOC 211: Cultural Anthropology.
• Develop and deliver engaging instruction in face-to-face, hybrid, or distance learning formats.
• Assess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learners including high school and adult students.
• Collaborate with faculty to strengthen curriculum and student success strategies.
• Lead recruitment efforts by developing relationships with local high schools, Community Services Boards, and regional behavioral health employers.
• Promote awareness of behavioral health careers and educational pathways.
• Support marketing and outreach efforts to grow enrollment in the program. Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications
• Master's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, or related field (required).
• Knowledge of behavioral health or social services systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to inclusive and equitable teaching practices.
• Ability to engage high school students, adult learners, and community partners.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively. Additional Considerations
• Teaching experience at the community college level.
• Experience with dual enrollment students or workforce populations.
• Familiarity with online teaching platforms and distance learning.
• Experience in student recruitment or community outreach.
• Clinical experience in a behavioral health setting.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel TBD Posting Detail Information Posting Number ADJ_3379P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 06/23/2026 Job Close Date 07/31/2026 Open Until Filled Agency mgcc/jobs Contact Name Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information Applications will be evaluated in real-time. Hiring may commence prior to the closing date of the job posting. ground Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: ethics.dls.virginia.gov/ EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. Quicklink for Posting jobs.vccs/postings/97398