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Posting Details Posting Summary Working Title Opticianry Adjunct Role Title Opticianry Adjunct Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 283A0000 Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Richmond (City) - 760 Hiring Range Adjunct faculty are paid based on a per-credit-hour rate. This rate is determined by the assigned rank and the discipline being taught. Assigned rank is based on a combination of education and teaching 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 Varies depending on class schedules and school needs. Sensitive Position No Job Description Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population. We are seeking adjunct instructors to teach Opticinary courses. Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. To assist with the credentialing process, please indicate on your application or resume whether each position held is/was a full-time or part-time position. 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 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) * Associate's degree in Opticianry or a closely related teaching field is required. * Must hold current certification from the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) and the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE), as applicable to assigned course content. * Minimum of two (2) years of occupational experience in the field is required. * Candidates assigned to teach online courses must provide documentation of appropriate credentials in distance education, as outlined in college policy. * The selected candidate must successfully complete the college's pre-employment security screening process. Additional Considerations Additional Considerations: * Bachelor's degree in a related teaching field. * Prior experience teaching in classroom and online laboratory settings. * Demonstrated effectiveness in both teaching and hands-on instructional delivery is desired. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Demonstrated computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint. Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel Travel among Reynolds campuses and partner sites may be needed. Posting Detail Information Posting Number ADJ_2930P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies multiple Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 01/05/2026 Job Close Date 12/31/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active until the position is no longer needed. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. At J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, we are committed to the success of all students. We believe all students will reach their full potential when we create conditions that allow it and it is our responsibility to do so. We are mindful that equitable outcomes are only achieved through intentional action that eliminates barriers to achievement. Successful candidates for positions, regardless of job duties, must embrace the responsibility to serve all students so that they may succeed and prosper. We are seeking Instructors in the Opticianry program. Additional Information Reynolds does not accept employment applications by mail, e-mail or fax. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants as requested. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. 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 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Do you have a bachelor's degree in the teaching field or an Associate's degree in the teaching field with demonstrated competencies? * Yes * No * * Do you have two years of full-time related, preferably occupational experience * Yes * No * * Have you ever been employed full-time or part-time by Reynolds Community College or any institution within the Virginia Community College System (VCCS)? If yes, please specify the institution, your position title, and dates of employment: (Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents * Resume * Cover Letter/Letter of Application * Unofficial Transcripts Optional Documents * Teaching Philosophy * Other Document * Curriculum Vitae * Certificate