Political Science Faculty
Maricopa Community College district, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Job Summary
The Political Science faculty member will provide instruction in political science courses to a broad and multifaceted student population while contributing to Phoenix College’s learning‑centered environment. The faculty member will engage students and motivate student success while teaching classes in a variety of modalities using a variety of instruction and assessment methods and technologies. The faculty member will occasionally supervise and mentor students in independent study projects. The faculty member will also provide discipline‑related leadership in political science, including curriculum development and adjunct instructor coordination, evaluation, and mentorship. The position begins in August 2026.
Essential Functions
Teach undergraduate political science courses, including creating course syllabi that satisfy district content requirements, delivering meaningful learning activities, maintaining academic support hours, assessing student performance, and submitting final grades by requisite deadlines.
Lead the political science curriculum, including developing, revising, and maintaining course curriculum, working with the department chair to schedule offerings, and coordinating, evaluating, and mentoring adjunct instructors.
Engage in departmental and campus activities, including supporting colleagues, attending meetings, participating in campus events, and serving on one or more college committees.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate degree required: Master’s degree in the teaching field, or Master’s degree in any field with 18 graduate credit hours.
Eligible disciplines: Political Science, International Relations, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, American Studies, International Studies, Political Philosophy, Political Economy, International Economy.
Relevant course subjects: GOV, POS, POL, IR, MPA, MPP, LAW, INT.
Keywords for coursework: Political, Criminal, Constitution, Labor, Public, Politics, Legal, Civics, Judicial, Participation, Race, Diversity, International, Sovereign, Nation, Federal, Policy, Democracy, Citizenship, Social.
Desired Qualifications
Doctoral degree in political science, public policy/administration, or law from an accredited institution.
Experience teaching political science courses (3+ instructional credits each) in a primary instructor role at the college level.
Experience teaching a variety of political science courses at the college level.
Experience teaching in multiple modalities: in‑person, hybrid, fully online.
Experience teaching honors political science courses.
Experience developing, revising, and maintaining political science course curriculum.
Experience working with city, county, and/or state government.
One year of full‑time, relevant MCCCD experience within the previous two years.
Special Working Conditions
MCCCD does not sponsor any type of work visa.
Work schedule may require evenings and weekends.
Work involves viewing a computer monitor.
Unofficial transcripts must be submitted for consideration.
Benefits
Nationwide medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid time off: vacation, sick leave, and personal time.
Twenty paid observed holidays.
Company‑paid life insurance, AD&D, and short‑term disability plans, with optional supplemental coverage.
Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) pension, including long‑term disability and retiree health insurance with 100% employer‑matching contributions.
Optional retirement plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b).
Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents.
Annual professional development funding.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee Health & Wellness Programs
District‑wide wellness program with workshops and webinars.
Monthly health & wellness calendar and newsletter.
Virta diabetes reversal program, support groups, and diabetes empowerment education programs.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Sight‑On‑Site eye care services.
Mobile on‑site mammography screenings.
Pre‑retirement planning events.
Qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness.
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate in employment or education based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. Both Title IX and the Clery Act apply pursuant to federal law.
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The Political Science faculty member will provide instruction in political science courses to a broad and multifaceted student population while contributing to Phoenix College’s learning‑centered environment. The faculty member will engage students and motivate student success while teaching classes in a variety of modalities using a variety of instruction and assessment methods and technologies. The faculty member will occasionally supervise and mentor students in independent study projects. The faculty member will also provide discipline‑related leadership in political science, including curriculum development and adjunct instructor coordination, evaluation, and mentorship. The position begins in August 2026.
Essential Functions
Teach undergraduate political science courses, including creating course syllabi that satisfy district content requirements, delivering meaningful learning activities, maintaining academic support hours, assessing student performance, and submitting final grades by requisite deadlines.
Lead the political science curriculum, including developing, revising, and maintaining course curriculum, working with the department chair to schedule offerings, and coordinating, evaluating, and mentoring adjunct instructors.
Engage in departmental and campus activities, including supporting colleagues, attending meetings, participating in campus events, and serving on one or more college committees.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate degree required: Master’s degree in the teaching field, or Master’s degree in any field with 18 graduate credit hours.
Eligible disciplines: Political Science, International Relations, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, American Studies, International Studies, Political Philosophy, Political Economy, International Economy.
Relevant course subjects: GOV, POS, POL, IR, MPA, MPP, LAW, INT.
Keywords for coursework: Political, Criminal, Constitution, Labor, Public, Politics, Legal, Civics, Judicial, Participation, Race, Diversity, International, Sovereign, Nation, Federal, Policy, Democracy, Citizenship, Social.
Desired Qualifications
Doctoral degree in political science, public policy/administration, or law from an accredited institution.
Experience teaching political science courses (3+ instructional credits each) in a primary instructor role at the college level.
Experience teaching a variety of political science courses at the college level.
Experience teaching in multiple modalities: in‑person, hybrid, fully online.
Experience teaching honors political science courses.
Experience developing, revising, and maintaining political science course curriculum.
Experience working with city, county, and/or state government.
One year of full‑time, relevant MCCCD experience within the previous two years.
Special Working Conditions
MCCCD does not sponsor any type of work visa.
Work schedule may require evenings and weekends.
Work involves viewing a computer monitor.
Unofficial transcripts must be submitted for consideration.
Benefits
Nationwide medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid time off: vacation, sick leave, and personal time.
Twenty paid observed holidays.
Company‑paid life insurance, AD&D, and short‑term disability plans, with optional supplemental coverage.
Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) pension, including long‑term disability and retiree health insurance with 100% employer‑matching contributions.
Optional retirement plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b).
Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents.
Annual professional development funding.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee Health & Wellness Programs
District‑wide wellness program with workshops and webinars.
Monthly health & wellness calendar and newsletter.
Virta diabetes reversal program, support groups, and diabetes empowerment education programs.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Sight‑On‑Site eye care services.
Mobile on‑site mammography screenings.
Pre‑retirement planning events.
Qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness.
EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate in employment or education based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. Both Title IX and the Clery Act apply pursuant to federal law.
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