"As Needed" Part-time Instructor - Building Information Modeling and Management

About Us

Georgia Highlands College (GHC) is a state college within the University System of Georgia, serving more than 6,000 students across Northwest Georgia and surrounding communities. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, GHC offers associate and bachelor's degrees across a broad range of academic disciplines, with flexible learning options available at five instructional locations and online. As a growing institution, GHC is committed to innovation, student success, and strengthening the communities it serves.

GHC is also committed to creating a workplace where employees can grow professionally and make a meaningful impact. Faculty and staff work collaboratively in a dynamic environment that values professional development, employee wellness, innovation, and continuous improvement. Employees have the opportunity to contribute to student achievement, community impact, and the future of higher education in the region.

Department Information

The technology used in engineering and construction is rapidly advancing. Proficiency in digital skills is a must for the building and construction industry. And now, students at Georgia Highlands College (GHC) can pursue a bachelor's in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) to meet the rising demand.

BIM is the technology-driven process for estimating, creating and managing information and visuals on a construction project. A building information model represents a 3D version of every aspect of the project, from facade to foundation to structural steel.

GHCs partnerships with local industry leaders in the field led to an affordable degree pathway to a fast-growing sector with high-paying careers.

Job Summary

This position is a part-time instructor for a multi-site college in the University System of Georgia. Reporting to the Division Chair for the School of STEM, the part-time instructor is responsible for preparing for and delivering instruction in the field of Building Information Modeling and Management (BIMM).

This pooled position will be posted until July 1, 2027. Pools will be refreshed annually.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties include

• Course Preparation:
  • Develop or follow course syllabi, design lesson plans, and prepare lectures, assignments, and instructional materials.
  • Adopt and implement common course objectives
  • Attend part-time faculty orientation prior to the beginning of the semester
• Teaching:
  • Deliver engaging classroom or online instruction, manage class discussions, and utilize learning management software (like Blackboard or Canvas).
• Student Assessment:
  • Grade quizzes, exams, homework, and projects fairly and submit final grades on time.
  • Participate in assessment of student learning outcomes
• Student Support:
  • Hold designated virtual or in-person office hours (or meet by appointment) to answer student questions and offer academic guidance.
• Record Keeping:
  • Maintain accurate records of student performance data, such as attendance, class participation, and grades

Required Qualifications

Must possess a master's degree with 18 credit hours of graduate level courses in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture of closely related fields.

Proposed Salary

Salary determined by instructor part-time pay scale.

Required Documents to Attach

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Attached unofficial transcripts with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at jobs@highlands.edu

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Georgia Highlands College (GHC) is committed to fostering a culture grounded in integrity, excellence, accountability, and respect. As a member of the University System of Georgia, GHC embraces these core values while advancing its commitment to student success, access, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and service to the communities it serves.

Employees are expected to demonstrate these values through their work, interactions with students and colleagues, decision-making, and commitment to the mission and success of Georgia Highlands College.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Highlands College 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, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Accommodations

Georgia Highlands College (GHC) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in the application, interview, or selection process.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at jobs@highlands.edu, or call 706-802-5483, as early as possible in the recruitment process to discuss their accommodation needs.

Clery Disclosure

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act. A Campus Security Authority is an individual or group designated by the institution who has certain responsibilities for reporting allegations of Clery-reportable crimes of which they become aware.

Employees designated as CSAs are required to complete applicable Clery training and follow Georgia Highlands College procedures for reporting crimes and incidents covered by the Clery Act.