Adjunct Faculty, Engineering AY 26/27

Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. CT on the
day before the listed closing date.

Compensation Range

H02

Hourly Rate

Varies by Program and Contract

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Work Location

• All positions are considered on-site roles.
• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible

to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job
responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and
Dallas College policy.

• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence,

even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state
law.

Position Type

Faculty
1) All positions are considered on-site roles; 2) After six
months of employment, employees may have the opportunity to apply
for a hybrid work schedule; 3) Academic positions (Faculty) require
on-campus presence, even if the role involves teaching online
classes, in accordance with state law.

Position Summary

Teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains
office hours for student consultation.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact

with students.

• Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse

populations through experiences such as formal training and past
work experiences.

• The ability to provide quality customer service.

Physical Requirements

May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing
up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• For credit classes transferable towards a higher degree:

Master’s degree or higher and at least 18 graduate hours in the
teaching discipline for credit courses.

• For workforce education degree or certificate courses: a

combination of academic preparation and work experience, including
three (3) years of direct or related work experience other than
teaching.

• For developmental courses: Bachelor’s degree or higher in the

specific teaching discipline and demonstrated competency (i.e.,
teaching experience, honors, graduate course work or other related
accomplishments). Official transcripts will be required at time of
interview.

• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.​

***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some
positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.***

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides students with a written course syllabus.
• Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and

uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning.

• Participates in development and support of their discipline by

recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and
recommending teaching assignments when appropriate.

• Maintains accurate and complete course records.
• Performs professional activities and assumes professional

responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean and works
with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions.

• Values the collaborative process.
• Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles to

incorporate delivery of learning styles in instruction.

• Participates in student advising and registration.
• Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data,

maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with
others.

• Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’s

calendar and contractual obligations.

• Complies with Dallas College board policies, state and federal

policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate.

• Commits to college mission and goals through participating in

planning division objectives and budget requests.

• Serves on and attends college committees as assigned.
• Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required and

attends other required college meetings and activities.

• Participates in his/her own performance appraisal.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from

diverse backgrounds.

• May work with student clubs and/or organizations.
• Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support

and enhance effective interaction between Dallas College and other
organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty,
staff and students.

• Promotes the college in the community by participating in a

variety of marketing activities.

• Participates in professional development activities.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development

training hours per academic year.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

The intent of this job description is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities
performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a
declaration of the total of the specific duties and
responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be
directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically
presented in this description. Position requires regular and
predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community
College District, has served more than three (3) million students.
Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth
area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the
state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college
space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of
opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We
recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent
that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part
of an equal opportunity system that provides education and
employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any
protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national
origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity
or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis
protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law,
Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants
and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any
mental health or physical disability needs.

Applications DeadlineOctober 29, 2026