Adjunct Instructor for Cannabis Business
Community College of DenverPurpose/Summary
SELECTION PROCESS
Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment. CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse backgrounds.
Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate. Completed application packet includes: a letter of interest of no more than five pages, addressing in general the items under "Primary Duties" and specifically each item under “Minimum Qualifications”; an online application; resume; and transcripts. All candidates, including current Community College of Denver employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all material listed above.
Only completed application packets will move forward for screening. Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully. It is your responsibility to demonstrate on your application that you meet all of the minimum requirements listed below to be considered. Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Cannabis Business Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree prepares a new generation of business managers and operators within a cannabis enterprise. The program combines a mix of core business, management, and marketing curriculum with applied cannabis-related courses. It provides students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience essential to operate a cannabis business within the legal constraints.Duties and Responsibilities
Adjunct instructor(s) teach specific lecture and/or laboratory courses as well as oversee internship assignments at internship sites.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
A bachelor’s degree in business, management, accounting, business law, law, economics, finance, or a Bachelor’s degree and professional experience or education in one or more of the program’s instructional areas.
Licensure/Certification:
Must hold, or qualify to obtain a postsecondary CTE credential, including 4,000 paid non-teaching occupational hours within the last 7 years. For information on how to obtain a CTE credential, please visit this site: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/licensure_cteapp.
Experience:- Applicants must have demonstrated professional experience or education in one or more of the Program’s instructional areas including:
Cannabis Business
Endocannabinoid system and pharmacology
Cannabis infused products
Public Health and Cannabis use
Cannabinoid plant botany and cultivation
Software and Systems Requirements for Cannabis Business
Cannabis Business Accounting
Cannabis Retail and Management
- Teaching or training experience in the cannabis field. Teaching experience can include but not limited to teaching in post-secondary and /or vocational/technical education programs or industry training programs, or presentations at conferences and workshops.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:- Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to work with people from varied backgrounds and situations, and is sensitive to individual differences.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the curriculum competencies and skills.
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes:- Electronic Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
- Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred
- Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable
**All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts
***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered.
For pay information, please refer to the following: https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrix
CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.
Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.
CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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