Adjunct Instructor, Seamanship and Navigation (Key West Campus)

The Adjunct Faculty, Marine Engineering, Management, and Seamanship position is contracted on a per semester basis. This position is a part-time, instructional position with duties and responsibilities which are established in accordance with State Board of Education Rules and Board of Trustee policies. Teaching assignments will focus on basic seamanship, coastal navigation, and preparing for the USCG OUPV license. This position reports to the Director, Marine Science and Technology. All instructors are responsible for utilizing the College’s learning management system as all College courses are at a minimum technology enhanced.

1. Plans, organizes, and instructs assigned courses to promote student success.
2. Maintains required office hours to provide assistance to students and communication with administration.
3. Responsible for evaluating student learning and objective achievement and providing feedback.
4. Selects appropriate materials and equipment for discipline or program use and ensures proper care and safety in their use.
5. Adheres to and enforces the administrative policies and procedures of the College.
6. Assists in implementing College policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the College Mission Statement.
7. Responsible for keeping current in the discipline or program areas taught.
8. Assist in College recruitment and retention efforts, as appropriate.
9. Other related duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to deliver high quality instruction in a range of seamanship courses. 
• Strong student orientation and ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. 
• Knowledge of College mission, policies, procedures, and services.
• Proficient in the use of technology.

• Associates degree in Marine Engineering, Marine Technology, or Seamanship and two (2) years of relevant work experience, or one or more specific industry certifications in USCG OUPV or USCG 25 Ton Masters license, or any associate degree with five (5) years of relevant work experience or one or more industry certifications, or any baccalaureate degree (or higher) from a qualifying field required.
• Three (3) years’ teaching experience at the community college level or higher is preferred.
• Three (3) years’ work experience in field is preferred.

• USCG OUPV or higher required.

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time and to present oral lectures and demonstrations. 

• Works inside in an office, classroom, and lab environment.
• Works on vessel in various weather conditions.

This is a part-time teaching assignment.  Adjunct Instructors in the Marine Science and Technology Department earn $628 - $727 per credit hour, based on degree level.  Consult the 2024-25 Salary Schedule, available on the College's website, for additional information. 

Please submit all materials online.  Contact the Office of Talent Acquisition, Development, and Accountability at hr@cfk.edu or (305) 809-3118 if you need assistance.  

Employment Consideration Requirement:   Completed CFK application, cover letter, resume, and post-secondary transcripts as applicable (unofficial and/or copies are acceptable, but must provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment).

Please Note:   Transcripts from non-U.S. colleges and universities will require a U.S. academic equivalency evaluation from a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please visit https://www.naces.org/ or https://aice-eval.org/ for more information.  

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• Main Officer:  Dr. Jenee Marquis Mendez, Manager, Office of Talent Acquisition, Development and Accountability, (305) 809-3118 or jenee.mendez@cfk.edu
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