University of Minnesota is hiring : Ag Business & Communication Online Short Term

About The Job

This is a short-term and / or temporary online Agriculture Business & Communication teaching position for the University of Minnesota – Crookston Campus’s Agriculture and Natural Resources Department for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Responsibilities

Job Code : 9754 (Teaching Specialist)

• Develop and teach courses
• Advise students with regard to academic concerns and school‑related organizations
• May provide service‑related teaching duties
• Participate in the decision relation to the policies, courses, and programs which there is involvement
• Continuing personal growth within the profession, keep current with the field and broaden knowledge and expertise.

Other Openings

Deliver high‑quality instruction to undergraduate students in coursework in the fields of agriculture business and communication. This position will assist in the development of department goals and objectives; advise students; and support research and community outreach in the areas of discipline. The responsibilities also include developing and maintaining strong ties to the other scholars in the field, enriching the student experience and supporting student employment opportunities. The position requires regular office hours.

Qualifications

A terminal degree in the discipline or related area is preferred

Pay And Benefits

Pay Range : $1300-$1500 per credit based on experience, course, and enrollment

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor‑Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e‑mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U : http : / / diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About The U Of M

University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)

Located in the small college town of Crookston in northwest Minnesota, UMN Crookston proudly carries on a tradition of over a century of educational service to northwestern Minnesota. UMN Crookston delivers educational programs that build upon a broad academic foundation and combine theory, practice, and hands‑on experimentation. Since 1993, UMN Crookston has equipped all on‑campus students and faculty with laptop computers. UMN Crookston has received national recognition for the value of its education, affordability, and impact on social mobility. U.S. News recently named UMN Crookston as its top "Midwest Top Public Regional College."

With a strong tradition of technology‑enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota. UMC provides both experiential, career‑oriented degree programs as well as high‑quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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