UCSB PaCE Part-Time Instructor - Project Management

Company: University of California - Santa Barbara
Location: Santa Barbara
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Position overview



Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $1500.00-$3500.00 per course.










Application Window




Open date: April 1, 2025




Most recent review date: Wednesday, May 28, 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: Tuesday, Mar 31, 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 Department of Professional and Continuing Education (Extension) at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary, part-time instructors to teach on-site and online courses for our Project Management Program for upcoming openings. We are seeking qualified applicants who possess current subject matter expertise and have a passion for teaching in the following programs and courses.

Practical Project Management

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• Introduction to Project Management
  
• Project Execution and Risk Management
  
• Project Planning and Procurement
  
• Risk Management
  
• Program Management
  
• Agile Project Management
  
• AI in Project Management
  
• Other Related Topics
  
  
  Instructor duties include but are not limited to:
  
  
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  • Make appropriate adjustments to continually improve the syllabus, curriculum and course materials. May be based upon programmatic and/or student feedback.
    
  • Prepare and deliver course materials and design learning assessments.
    
  • Design interactive and motivational classroom activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning.
    
  • Stay current within the subject, discipline or field of practice.
    
  • Use subject-matter expertise and leverage additional resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum.
    
  • Communicate teaching objectives and specific learning outcomes to students, and clearly outline/explain the grading policies for the course.
    
  • Respond to student questions and learning needs in a timely manner.
    
  • Employ culturally competent and inclusive teaching methodologies in the classroom (including teaching non-native speakers and/or students with academic letters of accommodations for learning disabilities).
    
  • Evaluate student achievement of specific learning outcomes and assign grades.
    
  • Post final student grades to the transcript system within two weeks of course completion.
    
  • Handle student inquiries about final grades and consult with Program Director as needed.
    
  • Retain student records according to University policies.
    
    
    The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.
    
    Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
    
    The posting will remain open until March 31, 2026 to accommodate department needs. The pool will close on March 31, 2026; if you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application.
    
    Please note: The use of a instructor pool does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. See the review date specified in UC Recruit to learn whether the department is currently reviewing applications for an upcoming opening. If there is no future review date specified, your application may not be considered at this time.
    
    Screening of applicants begins immediately after the Initial Review Date has passed; some appointments may begin as early as the 2025 summer quarter. The number of these temporary, part-time, non-tenure track, academic positions varies from quarter to quarter, depending on the needs of the department. Appointments are offered on a course-by-course basis, and appointment length is based upon course section schedule(s). Appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance.
    
    
    
    Department: https://professional.ucsb.edu/
    
    
    
    
    
    Qualifications
    
    
    Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
    A bachelor's degree in a related field or a minimum of one professional certification in a relevant field
    
    
    
    Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
    Minimum of 3 years of experience in a relevant professional field
    
    
    
    Preferred qualifications
    
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    • Master's degree or over 5 years experience in a related professional field.
      
    • Strong working knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) software tools.
      
    • Current PMP certification
      
      
      
      
      
      
      Application Requirements
      
      
      
      Document requirements
      
      
    • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
      
    • Cover Letter
      
    • Statement of Teaching (Optional)
      
    • Instructor Presentation Sample (Optional)
      
      
      
      Reference requirements
      • 2-4 required (contact information only)The department will conduct a reference check for the finalist before extending an offer.
        
        
        Apply link:
        https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02944
        
        Help contact: julia.choi@professional.ucsb.edu
        
        
        
        About UC Santa Barbara
        
        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, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
        
        
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        • "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination as defined by the employer.
          
        • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
          
        • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, students and third parties
          
        • APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
          
          
          Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
          
          The University of California 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 status under state or federal law.
          
          

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