Part-Time Instructor : Facilities Management

Position overview

Salary range :

A reasonable estimate for this position is $1400 - $3400 and would also be based on the specific number of courses assigned and enrollment numbers

Application Window

Open date : April 4, 2025

Most recent review date : Friday, Sep 12, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date : Saturday, Apr 4, 2026 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) is a self-supporting unit within the University of California. Funding is generated through fees collected from a diverse, complex, and ever-changing student population. Part-time instructor positions are on a course by course contracted basis. This is NOT a faculty position.

Online teaching positions are now available in the Facilities Management Program. We are seeking qualified applicants possessing current knowledge and / or teaching experience in the fundamentals of Facilities Management as well as topics of Facilities Design and Space Planning and Project Management Essentials. Additional courses in related topics within Facilities Management may be added.

Specific Instructor Duties

• Develop and / or update course syllabi in consultation with the UCI DCE Academic Program Manager as assigned and using approved syllabus template
• Prepare and deliver online course materials and learning assessments in the assigned format
• Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System as the course support platform
• Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline the grading policies for the course
• Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes, and assign grades
• Post final student grades to the transcript system by set deadlines
• Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner
• Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with the Program Manager as needed
• Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice
• Participate in required orientations and complete mandatory training programs by deadlines established by UC Irvine
• Complete required administrative tasks in a timely manner including : completing all hiring paperwork; submitting updated quarterly syllabi; posting bio and photo on the UCI DCE website; signing quarterly contract; ordering required texts; communicating AV and classroom needs
• Employ culturally competent teaching methodologies in the classroom inclusive of both domestic and international student populations
• Allow students to review their final exams / papers for up to 13 months following the last class session
• Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (i.e. : make arrangements for guest speakers, etc.)
• Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning
• Update materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum

Our curriculum is constantly updated and tailored to bring students the background, expertise, and business practices to remain competitive and advance their careers. Taught by qualified practitioners, our courses feature practical applications, underlying rationale, and current issues, all of which can be immediately utilized in and applied to our students' work environments.

Part-time, temporary assignments are on an as-needed basis. This is an ONGOING recruitment. We accept part-time instructor applications all year long; when the division has a need to fill, we refer to the "pool" of applications on file. We are looking specifically for instructors who are qualified to teach the following course(s) as early as the summer 2025 quarter (beginning June 23, 2025).

Course Descriptions :

Facilities Design and Space Planning

Master the successful applications of facilities design and space planning in an accelerated program of instruction. This course provides essential tools for defining project requirements, developing design strategies, implementing organizational philosophies and methodologies, and develop a Strategic Facility Plan. Acquire skills using industry-standard design practices while developing floor plans with diagramming tools in SmartDraw. Gain the knowledge that will help increase your confidence as a project leader and assure the success of future projects. Whether you manage multiple, small departmental relocations or anticipate a large project, these professional skills will ensure success.

Project Management Essentials for Facilities Professionals

Most growing organizations rely on a Project Management process to expand their services and products to grow the bottom line. As a Facilities Manager, developing the skills and knowledge with up-to-date Project Management standards such as; Organizational Influences and Project Life Cycle, Processes, Project Integration Management, Project Scope, Time and Cost Management, Project Quality Management, Project Human Resource Management, Project Communication Management, Project Risk Management and Project Procurement Management all aide in one being able to effectively manage projects, and managing the daily Facilities Maintenance and Operations. As a Facilities Manager, this course will walk you through such critical knowledge areas utilizing real-world Project Management fundamentals, techniques, methods and essential tools to achieve organizational results.

Additional courses may be added in related topics within Facilities Management.

Individuals hired to teach these courses must understand that all such agreements with the University are made on a course-by-course basis and that the Instructor will be made no guarantee of continual involvement with the University in any capacity.

Qualifications

Basic

Additional

Preferred

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

(required at time of application)

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter (Optional)

Reference requirements

Apply link :

https : / / recruit.ap.uci.edu / JPF09590

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy .

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

APM - 035 : Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment .

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Online